Established in 1897, a Japanese-style inn
surrounded by nature at the foot of the Kiso Mountains
Local cuisine that evokes the bounty of the mountains and rivers, the uniqueness of Kiso and Shinshu, and sometimes the taste of home.
A place of relaxation to enjoy
the changing nature of the four seasons
10 minutes by car to Kiso Fukushima-juku
30 minutes by car to Narai-juku
50 minutes to Tsumago Post Town.
60 minutes by car to Mount Ontake and Ontake Ropeway,
70 minutes by car to Tanohara Nature Park
15 minutes by car to Mount Kisokoma and the trailhead of Kiso Fukushima Course A
hotspringOne of the few hot spring inns with private sources in Kiso Fukushima
Indoor bath
Made from Kiso hinoki cypress, it features a iron mineral hot spring with private source.
The hot spring of the Komanoyu is known for “warming the body to its core.”
During the Showa era, it was a beloved Shin-yu means “a new hotspring" among the people of Kiso.
- Health benefits :
- This hot spring has therapeutic effects for certain illnesses and symptoms such as neuralgic pain, muscle pain, joint pain, stiff shoulder, motor paralysis, stiff joints, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive disorders, hemorrhoids, poor blood circulation, convalescence, fatigue recovery, health promotion, cuts, burns, chronic skin diseases, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, etc.
Medicinal open-air bath
Relax your soul while taking in the aromas of the herbs.
In the past, Kiso has been known to add medicinal herbs from the mountains to the bath. This medicinal bath follows this practice by effectively combining various types of medicinal herbs into the bath water.
- Health benefits :
- This hot spring has therapeutic effects towards neuralgic pain, back pain, stiff shoulders, rheumatism, poor blood circulation, fatigue recovery, rashes, cracked skin, chapped skin, frostbite, hemorrhoids, skin diseases, joint pain, etc.
- Hot spring quality :
- A “neutral hypotonic and cold mineral spring” containing carbon dioxide, calcium and bicarbonate.
- Contraindication :
- Acute disease, active tuberculosis, malignant tumor, serious cardiac disease, respiratory and renal insufficiency, hemorrhagic disease, serious anemia, pregnancy (particularly early and late-stages)
Day trip guests are also welcome.
Cuisine
Although not luxurious, it is a local cuisine that evokes the bounty of the mountains and rivers, the uniqueness of Kiso and Shinshu, and sometimes the taste of home.
We value warm and gentle delicacies to welcome our guests.
Restaurant
Iroribata
The restaurant accommodates 22 persons.
You can savor your meal with a view of the courtyard.
Opening Hours :
Night: 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM (last order 7:30 PM)
Hyakka
Popular for its antique atmosphere.
The aged main pillars are something that you can rarely see in modern buildings.
Be amazed of Japanese architecture featured by the structure and height of the ceilings.
Relish a meal engulfed in the warmth of Japan.
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Sample dinner menu
Appetizer platter, etc.
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Sample dishes
Sweetly pickled rainbow trout: A staple of the Komanoyu, featuring trout pickled in a sweet vinegar sauce, after grilled and then fried in oil.
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Komanoyu's Special Miso-Grill over Ceramic Tile
The special miso made from combining country-style miso with various seasonings and spices pairs very well with vegetables and meats, not to mention rice.
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Oobira, a local cuisine
This is a stewed dish packed with vegetables, which is served at ceremonial occasions in the Kiso region
RoomsWelcome to a place of relaxation
2nd and 3rd floor of the new building (elevator)
A feature of the new building is the guestrooms with a fantastic view facing west. A perfect place to feel and experience the changing seasons and nature.
- Size
- Japanese-Style Rooms (from 18.24 sqm to 40.13 sqm)
- Rooms
- 8 rooms
- No smoking
- Bath and toilet
- Available
Annex building 2nd floor (stairs)
The annex building features white plaster walls that are reminiscent of old sake breweries with a sense that evokes the Showa era.
- Size
- Japanese-Style Rooms with 8 tatami mats (about 12.9 sqm)
- Rooms
- 4 rooms
- No smoking
- Bath and toilet
- Available
Main building 2nd floor (stairs)
The main building was once called the “Inn of Lamps.” Although there are no lavish facilities, the rooms are perfect for a simple overnight stay.
- Size
- Japanese-Style Rooms with 8 tatami mats (about 12.9 sqm)
- Rooms
- 4 rooms
- No smoking
- Bath and toilet
- Not available
The “Starry Sky” Tour of the Kibio PassParticipation is free
Kibio Pass
At an altitude of 1,200 meters, the trailhead of the Fukushima Course A is near the second station of Mount Kisokoma of the Central Alps (Kiso Mountains). Selected as one of the 100 best places to watch sunsets in Shinshu, a hidden gem that was only known by the locals offers scenic views of Mount Ontake and Mount Norikuradake, as well as Mount Hotakatake that can be experienced during sunny days. The stars at night in good weather are beautiful too.
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8:30 PM
- Departure from the inn
- A minibus bound from the inn will take the guests to the Kibio Pass.
- Arrival to the Kibio Pass
- It will take about 10 minutes by car to reach the Kibio Pass
- Tour begins
- After arriving at the Kibio Pass, the starry sky tour will be held for about an hour to an hour and a half.
Enjoy gazing at the stars while the tour guide provides details about the starry sky.
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9:40 PM – 10:00 PM
- Arrive back at the inn
- Thank you for joining the tour!
Please relax and enjoy your stay.
| Price | Free |
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| Duration | Although it is expected to last for about an hour, depending on the season and what to see, the number of participants, the time may vary between an hour to an hour and a half. |
| Date | Year-round |
| Borrowable Items | Binoculars / bug spray (only during summer) |
| Reservation | Please make a reservation during check-in, as the front desk will provide information about the tour. |
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Facilities
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Lobby / Front
Please take a moment to relax among the warm wooden interiors.
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Komanoyu Library
Provided with comic books and magazines. Unwind inside this warm and comfortable space. Drinks can be ordered by contacting the front desk.
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Free Starry Sky Tour
Enjoy a sky full of stars that cannot be found in cities.
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Courtyard
Soothe your soul with a view of the fresh greenery from the inn.
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Gallery
Photo Gallery
Location
Kiso Komanoyu Hot Springs
An Inn of Hospitality
47-2 Kiso-Fukushima-machi, Kiso-gun, Nagano 397-0001TEL.0264-23-2288
There is shuttle bus service available from JR Kiso Fukushima Station.
- Check-in :
- 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
- Check-out :
- 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM (every 30 minutes)
The train arrives and leaves abide by its schedule, so make sure not to be late when you check out.
By train
- From Tokyo
- Shinjuku Chuo West Line (about 210 min.) Kiso Fukushima Taxi (about 10 min.) Komanoyu
- From Nagoya
- Nagoya Chuo West Line and Limited Express (about 90 min.) Kiso Fukushima Taxi (about 10 min.) Komanoyu
By car
- From Tokyo
- Takaido IC Chuo Expressway Okaya JCT Nagano Expressway Shiojiri IC R19 Komanoyu
- From Nagoya
- Meishin Expressway Komaki JCT Chuo Expressway Nakatsugawa IC R19 Komanoyu
- Guests arriving from Shiojiri using a navigation system
- In general, using the road from the Iya intersection is the closest and easiest route to the Komanoyu. However, there have been cases where the navigation system will mistakenly guide the driver to the Harano intersection towards Kiso Koma Kogen, please check the route in advance.
- Guests visiting in winter
- Studless tires and/or tire chains will be needed as Kiso involves a lot of snow and frozen roads during winter.
- Parking lot guide
- Available: up to 30 vehicles (free)
Tourist Attractions
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Kiso Fukushima-juku
Fukushima-juku is located in the middle of the Nakasendo route, which was famous around many travelers during the Edo period.
As one of the four major checkpoints of Japan, it was developed in to a large station town. Nowadays, visitors can enjoy strolling this station town that developed along with the bountiful nature of Kiso valley, and its traditional culture.
8 minutes by car
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Narai-juku
A station town that was referred to as the "1,000 buildings of Narai,” located at the foot of the Torii Pass. The townscape of that particular time period has been preserved as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. The townscape is about 1 km long, featuring wide earthen floors and beautifully-even spaced vertical timber bars, lined with not only residences, but soba restaurants, tea houses, liquor stores, souvenir shops, guest houses, etc.
31 minutes by car
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The Horse Town of Kiso
(Kiso: Uma-no-Sato)The “Uma-no-Sato” is a place where visitors can interact with the Kiso horse, which is a natural monument of Nagano prefecture. Many Kiso horses roam freely around this vast area of about 50 hectares. In addition to interacting with the horses, there are horse and horse wagon riding experiences and a soba-making classes at the souvenir and restaurant center. We highly recommend this sightseeing spot as you will surely find a bit of nostalgia while feeling the scenery, atmosphere and culture among the bountiful nature.
27 minutes by car
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Tsumago-juku
The 42nd (starting from Edo) historical stations of Kiso district, Nagano prefecture on the Nakasendo route out of the 69. The townscape has been selected as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, and its scenery of numerous inns have been engrained as part of the nature along with the village situated inside the mountains of Kiso Valley. There are many traditional inns and restaurants at this sightseeing spot, offering an experience as if they are going back in time.
50 minutes by car
Facility Overview
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Payment methods
Cash
Credit card (VISA, Mastercard) -
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM -
About barrier-free
Although there are partially accessible sections, there are stairs by the entrance, in the rooms, and inside the public baths.
There is an elevator at the new building for guests who are physically challenged.
We have easily foldable-type beds for guests in wheelchairs to start the day in a more comfortable way.
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About Shuttle Service
There is shuttle bus service available from JR Kiso Fukushima Station.
- Check-in:
- 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
- Check-out:
- 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
(every 30 minutes)
The train arrives and leaves abide by its schedule, so make sure not to be late when you check out.
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Package delivery
- Package delivery the day after your check-out will be handled by a regular courier service (Yamato Transport). Please contact the front desk.
- Please see here (PDF) for deliveries within the Kiso region.
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Food Allergies
Although we can offer meals that can accommodate various allergens, vegetarian and vegan options, we will not be able to handle certain requests if they are made at the day of check-in. We would appreciate if you could notify us of any requests in detail via emails at the time when you made a reservation, or as soon as possible. There will also be less ingredients wasted. (request from the head chef)