Onyado Tsutaya
8,4/10 Excellent - Based on 353 reviews
Onyado Tsutaya is a traditional ryokan located in the Kiso‑Fukushima post‑town in Nagano Prefecture, positioned close to the historic Nakasendo trail and local rail links. The property occupies a compact, timber-clad building that blends Edo‑era sensibilities with practical modern comforts; public spaces emphasize warm wood, low lighting and simple furnishings that reflect the region’s lumbering heritage and nearby mountain scenery. For travellers seeking restorative bathing experiences, this ryokan with onsen in Nagano offers both communal baths and room types that include private soaking facilities.
Guest accommodation ranges from classic tatami rooms with futon to Western‑style bedding in larger units, and many rooms include en‑suite toilets as standard. A number of deluxe rooms feature private onsen tubs for in‑room bathing, while the separated men’s and women’s public baths accept tattooed guests under a relaxed policy. Evening meals follow a kaiseki approach, highlighting seasonal produce and local specialties of the Kiso valley; breakfast is served in a simple, traditional format. The inn maintains a quietly attentive service style familiar to long‑running family operations, with staff helping arrange local walking routes and practical needs.
Well suited to walkers on the Nakasendo and visitors who value a historically minded but serviceable base, the ryokan sits within easy reach of the village’s sake brewery, riverside paths and short hikes into surrounding hills. Facilities prioritise bathing and dining over large‑scale leisure offerings, creating a restful atmosphere for overnight stays between longer journeys. As a compact ryokan with onsen in Chubu, the property is particularly convenient for those planning multi‑day treks or short cultural stops through central Japan.
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Capacity varies by room type; family rooms and Japanese-style rooms that fit multiple futons are available—please check the room description or contact the ryokan with your party size and ages for exact occupancy.
Yes, the property has public hot-spring baths and outdoor/open-air bathing, and some room types include private semi-open-air baths for in-room use.
Some rooms provide private in-room baths; booking a private time for the public onsen is limited—contact the property directly to request private-use options and availability.
The ryokan is a one-minute walk from JR Kiso-Fukushima Station and lists shuttle service—contact the ryokan for shuttle schedules; the nearest regional airport is Matsumoto Airport (around 40–50 km).
Staff assist many international guests and the website offers English information, but if you require specific language support or help with detailed arrangements, contact the ryokan before arrival.
Expect tatami-matted rooms, futon bedding, yukata and slippers, seasonal local cuisine served at the ryokan, and communal onsen bathing for a traditional ryokan experience.
The ryokan is in Kiso-Fukushima historic town with access to the Nakasendo route, local museums, riverside walks, and hiking opportunities in the Kiso Valley.
Take the JR Chuo Main Line to Kiso-Fukushima Station (limited-express 'Shinano' trains stop there); the ryokan is about a one-minute walk from the station.
Standard check-in is from 15:00 to 19:00 and check-out is from 07:30 to 10:00; contact the ryokan if you need to arrange an earlier arrival or later departure.
Pets are not allowed; the ryokan offers on-site dining for breakfast and dinner, and convenience stores and small shops are within a short walk of the station.