Traditional Japanese Inn (Ryokan)

UTSUKUSHIGAHARA ONSEN SHOHO

HOTEL SHOHO

One of top 100 Japanese ryokan hotels chosen by experts.

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The most spacious 5 star onsen ryokan in Nagano. Enjoy a hot spring bath with an immense sense of freedom and a view of the Northern Alps from every guest room.

The elevation of Matsumoto's Utsukushigahara Hot Springs is practically the same as the height of Tokyo Skytree. From this location, every room has a view of the Northern Alps and the castle town of Matsumoto. The restaurant has been newly renovated with a brick oven. The hot spring has an ample flow of warm water that will satisfy visitors from around the world.

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Panoramic Alpine Views Await at Shoho

Discover breathtaking views of the Northern Alps from every corner of Hotel Shoho, where the beauty of Matsumoto meets luxurious comfort. Embrace nature's grandeur alongside our premium amenities for an unforgettable retreat.

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Experience True Japanese Hospitality

At Hotel Shoho, immerse yourself in authentic Japanese service, where every detail is crafted with care and warmth.

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Dining

Culinary Excellence with a Local Touch

Dinner: At Shoho, we take pride in serving seasonal Kaiseki meals made with the freshest local ingredients from Nagano.
Enjoy regional specialties such as Shinshu Wagyu, Shinshu Golden Chicken, Azumino-grown Koshihikari rice, and horse sashimi — each dish crafted to delight both the palate and the eyes. (*The dinner menu differs depending on the plan ans seasons.)

Breakfast: Start your day with our Japanese-Western buffet, offering around 40 dishes made fresh in our open kitchen.
Don’t miss our local favorite, the “Nokke-don”, where you top rice with your choice of delicious ingredients. For a sweet treat, try our popular stone-baked French toast — crispy, honey-drizzled, and loved by all ages.

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Facilities & Services

Information

  • Room Overview Room overview

    95 rooms in total

  • Check-in/out Check in/out

    • Check-in: 15:00
    • Check-out: 10:00
  • bus-icon Free Shuttle Service

    No reservation required.

    • From Matsumoto Station: 16:00 / 17:00
    • From Shoho: 9:00 / 10:00
  • Restaurants Restaurants

    • Dinner: Traditional Japanese multi-course Kaiseki
    • Breakfast: Japanese & Western buffet (7:00–9:00)
  • Parking Lot Parking Area

    150 cars (Free of charge)

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Location

Address
527 Satoyamabe, Matsumoto City, Nagano
Tel: +81-(0)263-38-7711 (Rep.)
Access
  • Free shuttle bus from Matsumoto Station at 16:00 & 17:00. No reservation required.
  • About 15 min by taxi from Matsumoto Station (approx. ¥2,000)
  • About 20 min by bus from Matsumoto Station by bus. Get off at "Hotel Shoho-mae" (¥340 per person). See timetable.
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