Nestled in the southern corner of Niigata, Yuzawa is one of Japan’s most easily assessable snow sports hotspots, just 80-90 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Joetsu Shinkansen. With its long winter season, which generally stretches from mid-November to late May, there’s plenty of time to tear up the powder-covered mountains, so here are five stylish and uniquely Japanese accommodation options worth considering when visiting Yuzawa.
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Echigoyuzawa Onsen Shosenkaku Kagetsu Ryokan
Designed to suit both vacationers and business travelers, Echigoyuzawa Onsen Shosenkaku Kagetsu Ryokan is a warm and welcoming ryokan-style accommodation located just a stone’s throw from the area’s major attractions. A five-minute walk from Echigo-Yuzawa train station, the hotel features a number of attractions, including traditional onsen baths and a first-class restaurant offering local and international cuisine.
Echigoyuzawa Onsen Shosenkaku Kagetsu Ryokan
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Otowaya Ryokan
Another excellent ryokan-style option for a few nights in Yuzawa is Otowaya Ryokan, a popular choice thanks to its central location, world-class facilities, and warm and welcoming hospitality. Home to a number of indoor and outdoor baths, it’s the perfect hideaway with its secluded atmosphere and wide selection of couple and family-size rooms. The restaurant serves up mouthwatering local cuisine daily. If you want to try the best Niigata has to offer, be sure to make a booking for the multicourse kaiseki dinner.
Otowaya Ryokan
- 越後湯沢温泉 音羽屋旅館
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- 新潟県南魚沼郡湯沢町湯沢419
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- 0257843412
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Echigo no Oyado Inamoto
Located just a two-minute stroll from Echigo-Yuzawa Station, Echigo no Oyado Inamoto is a relaxing traditional-style hotel that offers convenience and tranquility in equal, plentiful measure. You’ll find peaceful hot spring baths, a restaurant, and even a karaoke room for those feeling a little more lively. All of the rooms feature classic Japanese-style tatami mat flooring and futon bedding, making them flexible and suitable for a variety of traveling groups.
Echigo no Oyado Inamoto
- 越後湯沢温泉 越後のお宿 いなもと
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- 新潟県南魚沼郡湯沢町湯沢2497
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- 0257842251
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Kaikake Onsen Ryokan
For the ideal snow hideaway, be sure to book a stay at Kaikake Onsen Ryokan. A 10-minute drive from Kagura Ski Resort's ski lift, in winter this snowcapped pocket of Yuzawa is a heated haven home to a number of indoor and outdoor onsen baths, perfect for resting those weary skiing legs. Inside you’ll find a number of traditional Japanese-style rooms and an inviting wood lounge and bar, perfect for mingling with fellow travelers.
Kaikake Onsen Ryokan
- Kaikake Onsen Hot Springs
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- Nigata Pref. Minamiuonumagunyuzawamachi Mitsumata 686
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- 0257889911
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723-1 Mitsumata Yuzawa Niigata
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Naeba Lodge Oka
Nestled on the slopes of Naeba Ski Resort is where you’ll find Naeba Lodge Oka, a classic warm and welcoming Japanese and Western-style resort great for those looking to make the most of their time in the snow. Here you’ll find ski rental facilities and both Japanese and Western-style bedding options. Sitting just a 30-minute drive from JR Echigo-Yuzawa train station, a 20-minute drive from Kagura Ski Resort, and a 30-minute drive from Gala Yuzawa Ski Resort, it can’t get more snow central.
Naeba Lodge Oka
- ロッヂ 丘
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- 新潟県南魚沼郡湯沢町三国469-7
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- 0257892421
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