August 29 2008

Hostel Details - Kamesei Ryokan

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Description

Experience the heart and soul of Japan -- make Kamesei Ryokan your base for exploring Nagano. Our traditional Japanese inn features a soothing onsen hot spring bath. Feel the warmth of our wood construction while enjoying the inn's gardens and koi pond. Relax in the spacious 8~10 tatami mat guest rooms while lounging in a light yukata robe.

*NEW: OUTDOOR BATH, HAND-BUILT BY OUR PROPRIETOR. ENJOY SOAKING IN OUR GARDEN ONSEN BATH WHILE BATHING IN STARLIGHT, TOO.

Local travel info happily provided by our proprietor. Tyler is an American who would be glad to share insight into his adopted home here in the Japanese countryside. He may just offer to take you for a drive in the evening to see the night view of the Zenkoji Plain from high up on Obasute Mountain.

Full dinner and breakfast are available and are highly recommended in order to truly appreciate the ryokan experience. Gourmet Dinner +4,000 yen (pls advise in advance to allow for preparation); Ryokan Breakfast +2,000 yen (pls request at check-in); or +5,000 yen for both.

Or, for dinner, enjoy our town's nightlife. This town is special because it is an onsen -- feel free to use our wooden geta sandals and walk around in your yukata. We don't just have any ol' yakitori, sushi and soba shops. Our closest yakitori shop is run by Yumi, an ex-geisha and just a kick in the pants. The nearest sushi-ya is run by the funniest bald sushi chef. The coolest soba restaurant, Kohaku, features a traditional interior and soba served in a pot hung from a hook on a hearth, and seasoned with the spiciest daikon radish. There's also a retro restaurant with the best tofu steak you'll ever have, and many, many more. We'll gladly walk you over and introduce you to the owners and get you situated with your order.

NOTE: Heating and Cooling Surcharge 500 yen for Dec.~Feb. and July~Aug. Prices are subject to 5% sales tax and 150 yen per person onsen tax. Most rooms are equipped with toilets; bathing facilities are with the hot spring mineral baths.

Children Friendly.

Check-in: 3pm. Check-out: 10am.

No curfew / lockout.

WiFi in the lobby, and free access to our laptop computer.

Pets are welcome.

Credit cards are accepted (NOTE: 5% Processing Fee)

Address

2-15-1 Kamiyamada Onsen
Nagano
Japan

Facilities

  • Internet Access
  • Bicycle Hire
  • Linen Included
  • Bar
  • Towels
  • Security Lockers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Telephone/Fax Facilities
  • Travel Desk/Travel Info
  • Common Room
  • Bike Parking
  • BBQ Area
  • Free Carpark
  • Breakfast Not Included
  • WiFi in lobby
  • Web access in lobby
  • Air Conditioning