"This hotel is located in the heart of Ichinose, and coincidentally has almost all of the restaurants in Ichinose on site."
Mckenzie from United States
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"Hotel has its own hire shop, with good quality gear at reasonable prices."
Adam from Australia
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"We stayed in the caravan, which was a trailer home on the slope."
Gregory from Japan
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Rooms
Hotel Japan Shiga, newly available from December 2016, provides basic rooms with 2 single beds, carpeting, and heating. Each room features a TV, yukata robes, and an en suite toilet; bathing facilities are shared. Additional room options include family rooms with mountain views, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. Some rooms offer tatami flooring, futons, and shared bathrooms with bidets. Mobile homes are also available, featuring a living room, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom with a bath and bidet, a fully equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and toaster, plus mountain views.
Dining Options
Hotel Japan Shiga offers multiple dining experiences. Guests can enjoy a plateau buffet with Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes. Restaurant Altopiano is directly connected to the slopes. Yakiniku Restaurant Otenma serves Japanese-style yakiniku barbecue dishes cooked in a smokeless infrared grill, featuring local Shinshu beef raised with apples. Authentic ethnic cuisine prepared by a Nepalese chef is also available. Guests can make curry rice using firewood at an altitude of 1700 m.
Leisure Activities
Hotel Japan Shiga is 100 metres from Shiga Kogen Ski Resort's Ichinose Family Ski Area, ideal for skiing in winter and trekking in summer. Shiga Highlands is the largest resort area in Asia, with 18 ski resorts. The property is near 6 mountain climbing courses. Guests can put a mountain bike on the gondola at an altitude of 2,000m. The hotel features an Orchestra Hall with sound and cherry wood floors, often used for music and dance camps. It has a ceiling height of 5 m and can accommodate 500 people.
Location & Access
Hotel Japan Shiga is 19 km from Yudanaka and 100 km from Matsumoto. It is a 35-minute drive or bus ride from Yudanaka Train Station, which is a 45-minute train ride from JR Nagano Station. The hotel is a 0-minute walk to the ski resort from Joshin-Etsu Nagano IC-Shiga-Nakano Toll Road -Shiga Kogen Ichinose. Landmarks nearby include Mount Higashidate (2.5 km), Yakebitaiyama Ski area (2 km), and Ichinose Diamond Ski area (0.5 km).
Unique Experiences
Hotel Japan Shiga supports experiencing nature with the motto of "knowing", "protecting", and "utilizing" it. Guests can harvest Sasa kurilensis by squeezing bamboo grass. Customers can use the Ichinose Parking Lot and Ichinose Panorama Parking Lot during the winter season. The hotel displays a collection of pin batches from the Nagano Winter Olympics. Shiga Kogen Ishi-no-yu is nearby.
“Nestled close to the Ichinose family ski area, this hotel stands out for its ski-in/ski-out access. The allure extends beyond winter, however, with direct access to mountain biking trails. I think families looking for both convenience and recreational variety will appreciate this place.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
220 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Heating
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Japanese-Style Room Private Bathroom Non-Smoking
2 persons
250 sq. feet
Heating
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Twin Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Heating
Bathtub
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Family Room Tatami Area
2 persons
220 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Heating
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Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Locker room
Ski to door
Ski storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Ski school
Hiking
Cycling
Badminton
Golf course
Darts
Table tennis
Fishing
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
Ski equipment hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's buffet
Board games
Spa & Leisure
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Public Bath
Room features
Heating
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite
At Hotel Japan Shiga, a diverse culinary landscape awaits, featuring everything from hearty Korean BBQ to comforting traditional Japanese fare. Each dining venue invites families to gather and indulge in unique flavors, with options that cater to every palate and occasion.
焼肉レストラン[焼肉おてんま]
Korean BBQ
Ambiance
Family friendly, Modern
Key Offerings
Experience tender, juicy meats grilled on a smokeless roaster, enhancing every flavor. This vibrant setting is perfect for sharing a delightful meal with loved ones.
Reservation
no
Dinner only; hours vary.
だるま食堂
Japanese
Ambiance
Family friendly, Traditional
Key Offerings
Savor authentic Japanese dishes in a warm, welcoming environment that embraces the essence of traditional dining. Signature meals during lunch and dinner reflect local heritage and seasonal ingredients.
Reservation
no
Lunch and Dinner; hours vary.
リストランテ[アルトピアーノ]
Pizza
Ambiance
Family friendly
Key Offerings
Enjoy freshly baked pizzas in a casual setting directly connected to the slopes, making it a perfect stop for midday indulgence after a day of winter activities.
Reservation
no
Lunch only; hours vary.
メインダイニング わらび & もやい亭
Japanese, Local, European
Ambiance
Family friendly
Key Offerings
Delight in a mélange of Japanese and international dishes during breakfast and dinner, featuring a colorful buffet that highlights local ingredients and seasonal specialties amid a cozy atmosphere.