Happoen Shika no Yu

♨️A highland onsen whose private spring turns emerald a few times a day

Nagano · Happoen Shika no Yu

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At 1,250 m on the slopes of Yatsugatake

• 🏔️A hot spring inn within Fujimi Kogen Resort, at 1,250 m on the foothills of the Yatsugatake range.
• 🌄The Southern Alps spread out beyond the windows, and mornings come with crisp highland air.
• ♿There are no steps between the front desk and the rooms, and wheelchairs (outdoor, indoor and bath use) can be borrowed.

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The emerald 'Midori-no-Yu' open-air bath

• ♨️The inn's own spring rises from 1,800 m underground, and its delicate composition makes the color shift constantly.
• 💚The open-air bath turns emerald every day at 17:00, returning to brown and then clear within 5–10 minutes.
• 🧪A 39°C sodium sulfate-chloride spring said to help nerve, muscle and joint pain, poor circulation and fatigue.

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Large indoor bath and sauna

• 🛁The indoor bath turns emerald three times a day, at 10:00, 16:00 and 18:00.
• 🫧Jacuzzi, sauna and cold-water bath are available.
• 🪑Bath chairs and other aids are provided for guests with limited mobility.

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South-facing tatami rooms and family rooms

• 🛏️The 10-tatami Japanese rooms all face south, filled with sun and views of the Southern Alps.
• 🛋️Western-style rooms on the 1st floor are all twins and closest to the front desk.
• 👨‍👩‍👧Just two Japanese-Western family rooms combine a 27 m² Western room, a 12-tatami room and a mineral-stone open-air bath for 5–8 guests.

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Kaiseki with Shinshu ingredients

• 🍱Dinner is a kaiseki tray with domestic beef and pork, Alps salmon, Shinshu miso and seasonal produce.
• 🥗A lighter course and children's meals are offered; allergy, halal and vegetarian requests can be met with 3 days' notice.
• 🍚The 'Tenku' breakfast features freshly cooked rice, Shinshu miso soup and highland vegetables.

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Highland activities

• 🚙The self-driving 'Tenku Cart' leaves right behind the inn and reaches a 1,420 m observatory in 25 minutes, with views of Japan's three highest peaks.
• 🌼The Hana-no-Sato flower park and the skier-only Fujimi Kogen Ski Area are right next door.
• 🌲Walking maps for morning strolls through the highland forest are available at the front desk.

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In-house shop

• 🛍️The shop sells local souvenirs and pieces by local craft artists.
• 🧸Inside are a play corner for kids and displays of works made from forest materials.
• 🔌An EV charger is available 24 hours in the resort parking lot.

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Getting there

• 🚌About 15 minutes from JR Kobuchizawa Station by free shuttle bus; reserve by 17:00 three days before.
• 🚗About 8 minutes from Kobuchizawa IC or 15 minutes from Suwa-Minami IC on the Chuo Expressway. Winter tires are needed as roads can freeze.
• 🅿️Overnight guests use Parking Lot 1. Check-in 15:00 (last 18:00), check-out 10:00.

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Large indoor bath and sauna

• 🛁The indoor bath turns emerald three times a day, at 10:00, 16:00 and 18:00.
• 🫧Jacuzzi, sauna and cold-water bath are available.
• 🪑Bath chairs and other aids are provided for guests with limited mobility.

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South-facing tatami rooms and family rooms

• 🛏️The 10-tatami Japanese rooms all face south, filled with sun and views of the Southern Alps.
• 🛋️Western-style rooms on the 1st floor are all twins and closest to the front desk.
• 👨‍👩‍👧Just two Japanese-Western family rooms combine a 27 m² Western room, a 12-tatami room and a mineral-stone open-air bath for 5–8 guests.

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A highland onsen hotel with an emerald-shifting private spring, Southern Alps views and Shinshu kaiseki. It is a larger resort property rather than an intimate ryokan, and without a car you will need to plan around the reservation-only shuttle.

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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.

Check In/Check Out Policy · Check In: 15:00 · Check Out: 10:00 · Last Check In: 18:00

* These policies are the property's own text, in English; the cancellation policy shown at booking takes precedence.

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

What are the check-in and check-out times at Happoen Shika no Yu?

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

Where is Happoen Shika no Yu located?

It is in Suwa-gun. Address: 12067 Sakai, Fujimimachi.

How much does one night cost?

Recent lowest observed rate starts from ₩241,794 per night for two adults. Rates vary by date and room type, so a live search is most accurate.

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.