Overview
A modern, luxurious, but unmistakably Japanese experience.
Designed to deliver a modern, luxurious, but unmistakably Japanese living experience, Kawamotoya offers unmatched views of the mountain or the valley below.
Kawamotoya offers all the comforts you’d expect of a good quality accommodation, including an onsen bag of toiletries for you to take on your onsen explorations!
Courier service or takkyubin to ship anything to anywhere is available over the counter. Just talk to the friendly staff!
Kawamotoya has been serving guests for decades. Built in the valley of the village and with its own spectacular ofuro, it’s long been a favourite of Japanese guests and in recent times it has become a go-to haven for international guests too.
Enjoy the best views of Nozawa from the rooftop.
Location
Located in the lower part of Nozawa Onsen, close to the site of the famous Dosojin Fire Festival, this Ryokan enjoys a peaceful setting within easy walking distance of the centre of Nozawa Village.
Snapshot
- Ski Village: Nozawa
- Neighbourhood: West Village
- Ski Lifts: 9 mins walk / 500 metres to Hikage Gondola via Yu Road (covered escalator)
- Closest Restaurant: In the building
- Ski Hire: 16 mins walk / 1,000 metres to Salomon Ski Hire
- Ski School: 9 mins walk / 500 metres to Nozawa Onsen Ski School via Yu Road (covered escalator)
- Onsen: In the buliding
- Public Onsen: 1 mins walk / 5 metres to Kumanotearo-yu Onsen
- Kids Day Care: 9 mins walk / 500 metres to Hikage Day Nursery via Yu Road (covered escalator)
- Convenience Store: 5 mins walk / 300 metres to Yamazaki Y Shop
A hot springs (Onsen) destination dating back over 150 years, Nozawa Onsen has retained its traditional charm; picturesque winding streets, lined with small restaurants, shops and bars and tradional Ryokans.
Highlights
- Spectacular annual Dosojin Fire Festival on 15th January
- 30 Onsen (hot springs), including 13 free public So-Yu Onsen
- Piste runs for all abilities, Tree Skiing, Off-Piste Zones & backcountry terrain
- Locally owned and run Japanese restaurants with a handful of fun bars opening late into the night
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Onsen
Scrub up, then relax in steaming hot water, washing away aches, pains, woes and cares!
Kawamotoya has retained its original big soaking baths.
They are available “kashikiri”, meaning that guests can enjoy them privately with their family, friends, or partners.
Theatre Room
Watch a movie or the big match, play a board game, or just sink into a good book…
The Theatre Room is for everyone’s enjoyment. The internet-enabled big screen and surround sound stereo make it the perfect place to watch your favourite blockbuster, cheer on your home team, or binge on cat videos!
There’s an eclectic library of books to borrow, and board games suitable for all the family from little ‘uns to grandpa.
Café
With both indoor and outdoor seating, the café us a magnet for the neighbourhood as well as a great place for hotel residents to relax over a meal or a drink with family and friends.
Gym
The only modern well-equipped gym in the village.
There’s a mix of aerobic and resistance equipment, a stretching barre, as well as a separate massage/yoga room, and convenient changing rooms.
Parking
Kawamotoya has guest parking, either onsite or valet parked, depending on demand.
Parking per car costs JPY2,000 per day (12 noon to 12 noon), with half-day extensions at JPY1,000.
Please reserve this at the same time as you reserve your accommodation and note that parking is uncovered.
Please enquire for parking rates for vehicles seating >10 passengers.
Hotel Features
- Natural Onsen Hot Springs
- Vending Machines
- English speaking staff
- Drying room
- In-house Restaurant
- Free Car Parking
- Luggage Storage