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FUN FACT: These ryokan baths were where the monkeys first learnt the habit of hot spring bathing bef
FUN FACT: These ryokan baths were where the monkeys first learnt the habit of hot spring bathing bef
Experience a historic ryokan stay in Jigokudani Onsen, complete with local mountain meals, traditional yukatas, and a private onsen shared with snow monkeys.
2 places
1Jigokudani Onsen KorakukanHotel · Yamanouchi4.4Jigokudani Hot Spring Korakukan, 6818 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai District, Nagano 381-0401, Japan- Traditional Japanese room — A cozy, traditional Japanese-style room with tatami mats and futon bedding, offering an authentic ryokan experience.
- Yukata — Guests are provided with cute yukatas to wear during their stay, perfect for relaxing around the ryokan and enjoying the onsen.
- Local mountain meals — Enjoy delicious local mountain meals, featuring fresh, regional ingredients, served in a traditional setting. Both dinner and breakfast are highlighted.
- Breakfast spread — A hearty breakfast spread with a mix of Japanese and Western items, including croissants, salad, and traditional Japanese dishes, perfect before a day of exploring.
- Private onsen with monkeys — A private onsen where you can bathe while snow monkeys visit and sometimes even join you for a dip. The monkeys often come down the valley at sunset and in the morning. It's a terrifying, exhilarating, and magical experience.
2Jigokudani Monkey ParkWildlife park · Yamanouchi4.5 (63)Closed · opens Monday 8:30 AMJigokudani Monkey Park, 6845 Hirao, Yamanouchi, Shimotakai District, Nagano 381-0401, JapanCreator's voice- Snow monkeys — Observe over 200 snow monkeys in their natural habitat, often seen bathing in the hot springs or roaming the snowy landscape. They are known to visit the nearby ryokan's onsen as well.