Matsunokitei

⛷️A cozy lodge two minutes on foot from the Tsugaike Gondola

Nagano · Matsunokitei

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A Family-Style Lodge in Tsugaike Kogen

• 🏔️A 15-room lodge in the heart of Tsugaike Kogen in Otari Village, part of the Hakuba Valley.
• 🤝Its guiding idea is "for the happiness of all our guests," welcoming everyone like family.
• 🔑New owners took over in April 2025 with new contact details; English and basic Chinese support are available.

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Japanese and Western Rooms

• 🛏️The most popular choice is the standard Japanese room for 2-4 with toilet and washbasin; economy Japanese rooms for 2-3 have no toilet.
• 🛁Western rooms for 2-3 with bath and toilet were newly renovated in 2024 with a modern look.
• 📶All rooms have towels, toothbrushes, a kettle, TV and heating, plus Wi-Fi suited to long stays and workations.

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A Bath to Warm Up After Skiing

• 🫧The large bath comes with a jacuzzi to soak tired muscles after a day on the slopes.
• 🧴Body soap, shampoo, yukata and bath towels are provided as standard.
• ℹ️The official site does not mention a hot spring source, so expect a regular bath rather than an onsen.

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Dinners Built on Shinshu Meat

• 🥩Dinner centers on shabu-shabu, sukiyaki and yakiniku made with Shinshu beef and Shinshu pork.
• 🥬Homemade side dishes with local vegetables and mountain greens come with seasonal sashimi and regional dishes.
• ❄️Menus change with the season and supply, and winter meals may be provided by partner operators.

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Facilities and Services

• 🍽️Meals are served in a spacious dining hall with wooden beams and paper lanterns.
• 🎿Ski storage lets you head out to the slopes straight from the lodge.
• 🅿️Free parking and free Wi-Fi; check-in 3:00 PM, check-out 10:00 AM.

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Irori, the Private Chalet Next Door

• 🏡Right next to the lodge, the two-story rental chalet "Irori" sleeps up to 20 guests.
• 🔥It has full kitchen equipment, a washing machine, TV, barbecue gear and a charcoal irori hearth; bring your own charcoal.
• 💴Rates start at 55,000 yen per day for the whole chalet plus a 1,500 yen per person per night facility fee; meals are self-catered or by reserved catering.

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Nearby Sights and Access

• 🚡A 2-minute walk to the Tsugaike Gondola "Eve" station and about 30 seconds on foot to the Oya-no-hara slope of Tsugaike Kogen Ski Resort.
• 🍁Tsugaike Kogen offers nature all year, from skiing to hiking, autumn foliage and seasonal events.
• 🚗Located in Otari Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano, with free parking for guests arriving by car.

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A Bath to Warm Up After Skiing

• 🫧The large bath comes with a jacuzzi to soak tired muscles after a day on the slopes.
• 🧴Body soap, shampoo, yukata and bath towels are provided as standard.
• ℹ️The official site does not mention a hot spring source, so expect a regular bath rather than an onsen.

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Dinners Built on Shinshu Meat

• 🥩Dinner centers on shabu-shabu, sukiyaki and yakiniku made with Shinshu beef and Shinshu pork.
• 🥬Homemade side dishes with local vegetables and mountain greens come with seasonal sashimi and regional dishes.
• ❄️Menus change with the season and supply, and winter meals may be provided by partner operators.

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With the ski slopes and gondola right outside, this is a very convenient base for a winter ski trip, and the Shinshu shabu-shabu dinners are hearty. Note that it is not a hot spring inn, and economy Japanese rooms have no in-room toilet.

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* This introduction was compiled from information published by each property (official website and similar sources), so some details may differ from what you find on the day. It is AI-assisted and can contain errors — please check the official website and the details shown at booking before you reserve.

From onsen etiquette to check-in — the things worth knowing first.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Matsunokitei?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.

Where is Matsunokitei located?

It is in Kita Azumi-gun. Address: 12840-1 Otsu, Chikuni, Otari-mura.

What is the cancellation and refund policy?

Free-cancellation deadlines vary by rate plan and are shown with each room. Cancelling before the deadline gives a full refund.