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Minakami Hotels & Ryokan
Minakami Kogen HOTEL 200
Minakami, Minakami
This Western-style resort hotel offers sports facilities such as golf, tennis, and skiing for your leisure and enjoyment. Located in Minakami Highlands and surrounded by rich nature, you can thoroughly relax in our hot spring after playing sports or hiking.
How to get there?
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen): 40 min by taxi
Gensen Yunoyado Sennotani
Sarugakyo, Minakami
Look forward to a delicious buffet meal with sumptuous sushi, tempura, and a wide array of dishes prepared using farm-grown vegetables and other ingredients.
How to get there?
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen): take the bus bound for Sarugakyo and alight at Sakasazakura bus stop (approx. 20 min). About 3 min on foot from there.
By car: about 20 min (15 km) from Kan-etsu Expressway Tsukiyono IC via Route 17.
By car: about 20 min (15 km) from Kan-etsu Expressway Tsukiyono IC via Route 17.
Yutorian
Kawaba, Minakami
Located on an expansive plot of land dotted with private, thatched-roof lodgings, guests staying here can enjoy scenery reminiscent of old Japan, the beautiful natural surroundings, and soothing hot springs.
How to get there?
Shuttle bus from Numata Station & Jomo-Kogen Station:
35 min from Numata Station via Kawaba Junkan Bus. Alight at Kawaba Onsen bus stop. Immediate access from there.
Numata Station to Hotel: 14:35
Hotel to Numata Station: 10:15
Reservation are required, so please call the hotel in advance to reserve.
35 min from Numata Station via Kawaba Junkan Bus. Alight at Kawaba Onsen bus stop. Immediate access from there.
Numata Station to Hotel: 14:35
Hotel to Numata Station: 10:15
Reservation are required, so please call the hotel in advance to reserve.
Okutone Onsen Hotel Sunbird
Minakami, Minakami
Guests to this hotel can soak in the 11 private reservable open-air baths and a large open-air bath with sweeping views of the natural woodlands. Guests can have strolls through the abundant nature with numerous flowers and take part in various outdoor activities.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Jo-etsu Line): Take the bus bound for Yu-no-Koya and get off at Fujiwara Ski-jo Bus Stop (about 40 minutes). About another 7 minutes on foot from there.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along Route 291, then Prefectural Route 63 (Minakami Katashina Road) for about 35 minutes (about 20 km).
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along Route 291, then Prefectural Route 63 (Minakami Katashina Road) for about 35 minutes (about 20 km).
Kinseikan Seseragi
Minakami, Minakami
Every guestroom of this Japanese-style inn presents a view of the river and superb view of the surrounding mountains. They offer a relaxing stay with comfortable hot spring baths and delicious cuisine that features fresh, local ingredients.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Jo-etsu Line): About 45 min on foot or 7 min by taxi.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along National Route 291 for about 4 km (about 9 min), then Prefectural Route 252 for about 2 km (about 4 min). Take a sharp left at the Tanigawa traffic lights along Route 291.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along National Route 291 for about 4 km (about 9 min), then Prefectural Route 252 for about 2 km (about 4 min). Take a sharp left at the Tanigawa traffic lights along Route 291.
Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku
Minakami, Minakami
A ryokan (Japanese-style hotel) standing by the uppermost stream of Tone River, surrounded by nature. This secluded hot spring resort has a wide variety of gorgeous outdoor baths, some of which can be used by both men and women. A long time ago, the area was well known for the baby bears that would come and bathe in its waters.
How to get there?
[Free pick-up service]
Guests travelling by bus from Jomo Kogen Station (Joetsu Shinkansen):
From Jomo Kogen Station take a bus bound for Minakami Station. Get off at Minakami Station, which is the last stop (about 20 min, JPY 620 fare). From Minakami Station take a bus bound for Yunokoya and get off at the Takaragawa Iriguchi bus stop (about 30 min, JPY 1,150 fare). Please use the hotel's shuttle service from there.
*It is also possible to reach the hotel directly by taking a bus from Minakami Station to Takaragawa Onsen at the following times:
Minakami Station dep. - 10:49; Takaragawa Iriguchi arr. - 11:18
Minakami Station dep. - 13:35; Takaragawa Iriguchi arr. - 14:04
(JPY 1,250 fare)
Guests travelling by train:
For guests arriving at Jomo Kogen Station (Joetsu Shinaksen):
Jomo Kogen Station dep. - 13:00/15:00; Takaragawa Onsen arr. - 13:45/15:45
For guests arriving at Minakami Station (JR Jyoetsu Line):
Minakami Station dep. - 15:15; Takaragawa Onsen arr. - 15:50
(Please note that the shuttle service requires a reservation in advance.)
[Free drop-off service]
For guests using Jomo Kogen Station (Joetsu Shinkansen), please ride MAX Tanigawa 408 Shinkansen.
Drop-off bus: Takaragawa Onsen dep. - 9:40; Jomo Kogen Station arr. - 10:30
[Train times] Jomo Kogen Station dep. - 10:43; Tokyo Station arr. - 12:00
For guests using Minakami Station (Joetsu Shinkansen): Takaragawa Onsen dep. - 9:30; Minakami Station arr. - 10:10
[Train times] Minakami Station - 10:45; Takasaki Station - 11:50
Limited winter pick-up/drop-off service for guest arriving by car! (Reservation required in advance):
Park your car in a paid parking lot about 10 min from Minakami IC at Michino Station's Minakami-mizuki-kokan (Minakami-machi paid parking lot). The service will take you to the hotel from here.
The free shuttle service is available from Dec. 12, 2016 - Mar. 31, 2017 and requires reservation in advance.
*Please note that you are responsible for all parkin
Guests travelling by bus from Jomo Kogen Station (Joetsu Shinkansen):
From Jomo Kogen Station take a bus bound for Minakami Station. Get off at Minakami Station, which is the last stop (about 20 min, JPY 620 fare). From Minakami Station take a bus bound for Yunokoya and get off at the Takaragawa Iriguchi bus stop (about 30 min, JPY 1,150 fare). Please use the hotel's shuttle service from there.
*It is also possible to reach the hotel directly by taking a bus from Minakami Station to Takaragawa Onsen at the following times:
Minakami Station dep. - 10:49; Takaragawa Iriguchi arr. - 11:18
Minakami Station dep. - 13:35; Takaragawa Iriguchi arr. - 14:04
(JPY 1,250 fare)
Guests travelling by train:
For guests arriving at Jomo Kogen Station (Joetsu Shinaksen):
Jomo Kogen Station dep. - 13:00/15:00; Takaragawa Onsen arr. - 13:45/15:45
For guests arriving at Minakami Station (JR Jyoetsu Line):
Minakami Station dep. - 15:15; Takaragawa Onsen arr. - 15:50
(Please note that the shuttle service requires a reservation in advance.)
[Free drop-off service]
For guests using Jomo Kogen Station (Joetsu Shinkansen), please ride MAX Tanigawa 408 Shinkansen.
Drop-off bus: Takaragawa Onsen dep. - 9:40; Jomo Kogen Station arr. - 10:30
[Train times] Jomo Kogen Station dep. - 10:43; Tokyo Station arr. - 12:00
For guests using Minakami Station (Joetsu Shinkansen): Takaragawa Onsen dep. - 9:30; Minakami Station arr. - 10:10
[Train times] Minakami Station - 10:45; Takasaki Station - 11:50
Limited winter pick-up/drop-off service for guest arriving by car! (Reservation required in advance):
Park your car in a paid parking lot about 10 min from Minakami IC at Michino Station's Minakami-mizuki-kokan (Minakami-machi paid parking lot). The service will take you to the hotel from here.
The free shuttle service is available from Dec. 12, 2016 - Mar. 31, 2017 and requires reservation in advance.
*Please note that you are responsible for all parkin
Tatsumikan
Minakami, Minakami
Our peaceful ryokan (Japanese-style hotel ) with hot spring follows the Tonegawa River and you can see Mt. Tanigawadake in the distance. In addition to a bath with a large wall-painting by Yamashita Kiyoshi (a famous Japanese painter) and an open-air bath; our food, eaten by the fire, is also famous.
How to get there?
From JR Joetsu Line Kamimoku Station: 5 mins on foot. From Joetsu Shinkansen Jomo-Kogen Station: 15 mins by bus. From Kan-Etsu Expressway Minakami IC: 3 mins
Keisetsu no Yado Syoubun
Minakami, Minakami
New private guest residences were added in November 2014. Enjoy a choice of rooms and country cuisine.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Joetsu Line): About 15 min by bus.
*Shuttle service available (reservation required). From Minakami Station: 15:00; from Keisetsu no Yado Shobun: 10:10.
By car: About 15 min from Kanetsu Expressway Minakami IC. Take Route 291 north towards Fujiwara/Yunokoya (Prefectural Route 61). Located before the Okutone Ski area.
*Shuttle service available (reservation required). From Minakami Station: 15:00; from Keisetsu no Yado Shobun: 10:10.
By car: About 15 min from Kanetsu Expressway Minakami IC. Take Route 291 north towards Fujiwara/Yunokoya (Prefectural Route 61). Located before the Okutone Ski area.
Minakamikan
Minakami, Minakami
This is a modern-style ryokan (Japanese-style inn) with a bright and refreshing atmosphere. Inside its premises, guests can relax and enjoy over 500 pieces of artwork, records of writers and artists, as well as seasonal flowers decorated throughout the inn. Rooms come prepared with English pamphlets and hotel guides. Food requests can be made if ordered in advance. For guests traveling in groups, an English speaking attendant will be assigned to take care of all requests from arrival to departure.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Jo-etsu Line), Main Exit: About 12 min on foot; about 4 min by taxi.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along Route 291 for about 3 km (about 6 min).
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along Route 291 for about 3 km (about 6 min).
Shisuitei
Oigami, Minakami
There are many tales that have been passed down in the Oigami Onsen hot spring village. This ryokan (Japanese-style hotel) is based on those tales, with both a futuristic and a traditional Japanese atmosphere. Enjoy monthly semi-kaiseki cuisine made with local seasonal ingredients.
How to get there?
From Numata Station (JR Jo-etsu Line): Board a bus bound for Oigami Onsen and get off at the Oigami Onsen bus stop (about 50 min). It is about 3 min on foot from there.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Numata IC and continue along National Route 120, then turn right at Obara intersection and continue for about 17 km (about 20 min). Then, take the prefectural route for about 1 km (about 2 min). Head towards Oigami Onsen signs.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Numata IC and continue along National Route 120, then turn right at Obara intersection and continue for about 17 km (about 20 min). Then, take the prefectural route for about 1 km (about 2 min). Head towards Oigami Onsen signs.
Minakami Hotel Juraku
Minakami, Minakami
Located in the center of the hot spring town. From here, the limpid streams in Okutone and Mt. Tanigawadake can be seen. You can fully appreciate the beauty of the nature and the characteristics of the seasons here in Japan.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Joetsu Line): 10 min on foot, pick-up service available (12:00-16:20).
By car: 3 km from Kan-Etsu Expressway Minakami IC.
By car: 3 km from Kan-Etsu Expressway Minakami IC.
Matsunoi
Minakami, Minakami
This hotel is located on about 100,000 square meters of land upstream of the Tone River. With views of the Tone and Tani rivers and Oze, and a natural onsen pumping out 500,000 liters of water a day, this hotel prizes itself on its hot spring and its delicious cuisine. Great access, just 2 hours from Tokyo.
How to get there?
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along Route 291 for about 5 min (4 km).
From Minakami Station (JR Joetsu Line): About 15 min on foot or about 3 min by taxi.
From Minakami Station (JR Joetsu Line): About 15 min on foot or about 3 min by taxi.
Minakami Sansou
Minakami, Minakami
This inn boasts open-air baths using 100% natural spring water constantly-flowing direct from the source and a magnificent view of Mt. Tanigawa. Guests can choose from Western or Japanese dishes.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Jo-etsu Line): About 10 minutes by taxi.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along National Route 291 for about 10 minutes (5 km), then Prefectural Route 252 (Tanigawa Line) for about 5 minutes (2 km).
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along National Route 291 for about 10 minutes (5 km), then Prefectural Route 252 (Tanigawa Line) for about 5 minutes (2 km).
Sarugakyo Hotel
Sarugakyo, Minakami
This hotel features a large cypress bath and separate open-air baths for men and women. Guests can enjoy traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine with homemade tofu dishes.
How to get there?
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Jo-etsu Shinkansen): Take the bus to Sarugakyo (about 35 minutes). About 10 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by taxi from there.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Tsukiyono IC and continue along Route 17 for about 25 minutes (16 km).
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Tsukiyono IC and continue along Route 17 for about 25 minutes (16 km).
Bettei Senjuan
Minakami, Minakami
Located at the Tanigawa Valley at the foot of Mt. Tanigawa. The hotel features a unique atmosphere with modern design and architecture while preserving traditional Japanese techniques throughout. All rooms have an open-air bath. Wi-Fi connection available in all rooms.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Joetsu Line): about 10 min by taxi at around JPY 1,000 (as of July 2010).
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along Route 291. Landmark: Tanigawa Onsen.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at Minakami IC and continue along Route 291. Landmark: Tanigawa Onsen.
Ginshotei Awashima
Oigami, Minakami
This Japanese-style hotel is at the gateway to Oze and Nikko, on the rise of Oigami Onsen hot spring resort, surrounded by trees. Guests can enjoy its many facilities. The open-air bath and meals are especially popular.
How to get there?
From Numata Station (JR Joetsu Line): Take the Kan-Etsu Bus bound for Kamata/Tokura/Oshimizu and get off at Oigami-Onsen bus stop (approx. 50 min). It takes about 1 min from there on foot.
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at the Numata IC and continue along Route 120 for about 25 minutes (15 km).
By car: Exit the Kan-etsu Expressway at the Numata IC and continue along Route 120 for about 25 minutes (15 km).
Senkyou
Oigami, Minakami
The Senkyo Hotel features beautiful Japanese-style guestrooms, including rooms with complete with a private in-room open-air bath. Enjoy relaxing in one of the hotel's onsens and sample some traditional Japanese cuisine prepared with local seasonal ingredients.
How to get there?
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen): Take the bus bound for Kamada and get off at Oigami Onsen Bus Stop (approx. 70 min). About 15 min on foot from there.
Kurayashiki
Sarugakyo, Minakami
This charming ryokan located in quiet surroundings caters to only a small group of people at a time. Guests can relax and enjoy the natural spring waters, said to help beautify skin, and the delicious food prepared from local ingredients.
How to get there?
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen): Take the Kanetsu Kotsu Bus bound for Sarugakyo Onsen and get off at Sekisho-ato Bus Stop (approx. 30 min). About 3 min on foot from there.
Yumoto Chouseikan
Sarugakyo, Minakami
The hotel has open-air baths located amongst a forest of cedar trees a short distance away from the hotel's facilities. The baths are the original open-air onsen style and provide a great view of the Tanigawa mountain range and Akadani River. Guests can look forward to a quiet environment for a relaxing and soothing experience.
How to get there?
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen): Take the Kanetsu Kotsu Bus bound for Sarugakyo Onsen and get off at Sarugakyo Onsen Bus Stop (approx. 30 min). About 5 min on foot from there.
Onsen Theme Park Ryuudou
Minakami, Minakami
On site are 18 kinds of open-air baths and 4 indoor baths, all available for private use! There's no limit to reservations and time of use. Additional charges apply. Meals are served in the comfort of the guest room. Those who love hot spring hopping will enjoy collecting stamps from each of the baths.
How to get there?
By car: Take the Kan-etsu Expressway heading towards Niigata. Exit at Minakami IC and continue along National Route 291 heading towards Tanigawadake. Turn right at Prefectural Route 63 heading towards Yunokoya.
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen): Take the bus bound for Minakami for about 30 min, then transfer to a bus bound for Yunokawa (approx. 40 min).
From Jomo-Kogen Station (JR Joetsu Shinkansen): Take the bus bound for Minakami for about 30 min, then transfer to a bus bound for Yunokawa (approx. 40 min).
Chalet la Neige
Minakami, Minakami
Located in the heart of the forest, Chalet La Neige is surrounded by wilderness. Guests can enjoy summertime fun like rafting, canoeing, and paragliding. In winter, there's no better place for skiers, as the inn is located just by the slopes.
How to get there?
From Minakami Station (JR Joetsu Line): Take the bus to Kubo (Summer) or Hodaigi Ski-jo (Winter). The trip takes about 30 minutes. A shuttle service is available to the Hodaigi Ski Resort (reservation required).
By car: 30 minutes from the Kanetsu Expressway Minakami IC .
By car: 30 minutes from the Kanetsu Expressway Minakami IC .