Tateshina Grand Hotel Takinoyu
Bright tatami room with low table, zabuton cushions and shoji screens at Tateshina Grand Hotel Takinoyu in Nagano
Assorted buffet dishes and desserts on a wooden table inside bright dining room with garden view
Wood-paneled buffet counters and large windows at Tateshina Grand Hotel in Nagano
Modern twin room with two beds, sofa seating, wooden floor and large window at Tateshina Grand Hotel Takinoyu Nagano
Bright tatami room with low table and shoji screens, Tateshina Grand Hotel Takinoyu, Nagano, Chūbu Japan
Vibrant indoor kids play area at Tateshina Grand Hotel Takinoyu in Nagano
Indoor onsen pool with wood-paneled ceiling overlooking lush forest at Tateshina Grand Hotel Takinoyu, Nagano

Tateshina Grand Hotel Takinoyu

8.3
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.3/10, based on 2,908 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM
Mountain Setting Forest Surroundings Riverside Location Hot Spring Town Public Onsen Open-Air Bath
Staff 8,4/10
Facilities 8,0/10
Cleanliness 8,6/10
Comfort 8,6/10
Value for money 7,8/10
Location 7,4/10

Ryokan highlights

A large family-friendly onsen hotel in Tateshina Onsen, Chino, with scenic baths and broad facilities.

Scenic streamside bathsOpen-air baths look over the mountain stream for a more immersive hot spring stay.
Extensive bath varietyMultiple bath areas and many tubs make the onsen experience more varied.
Family-friendly stayWell known for child-friendly facilities and a lively atmosphere suited to families.
Highland nature settingSet in the Tateshina highlands with mountain scenery and strong seasonal appeal.
Generous buffet diningBuffet meals are a recurring positive, with broad choice and local dishes.
Convenient Chino accessReachable from JR Chino Station by bus or shuttle, with parking on site.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and baths are the main draw, so one night works for arrival, dinner, multiple baths, and breakfast; add a second night for lake walks, easy highland drives, or a slower family stay.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-2 night nature and onsen stay in Tateshina rather than a dense sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Car helps a lotRail access exists via Chino Station and bus or shuttle, but the hotel is still a highland resort rather than an easy walk-and-go base.
Limited town lifeChoose it for onsen, forest air, and relaxed resort time, not nightlife, bar hopping, or a restaurant-filled neighborhood.
Winter road riskThe hotel sits around 1,250 meters elevation, so winter driving can require snow tires or chains.

Food & drinks

This verified Tateshina Onsen ryokan offers a large buffet restaurant, a Japanese kaiseki dining room, and a cafe-bar lounge with local drinks and light meals.

Herbage (on-site)
on-site

Main buffet venue for breakfast and dinner with many Nagano dishes.

  • Dinner buffetfoodJapanese, Western, and sweets buffet.
  • Breakfast buffetfoodMorning buffet in a bright dining room.
  • Stone-oven pizzaspecialtyFreshly baked from the restaurant oven.
  • Soba zosuispecialtyRice porridge with Shinshu soba.
  • Kids buffetfoodFamily-friendly buffet corner.
Mido Koji (on-site)
on-site

Japanese restaurant for reserved kaiseki dinners with seasonal Shinshu ingredients.

  • Kaiseki dinnerfoodMulti-course Japanese dinner.
  • Shinshu beef steakspecialtyFeatured in select kaiseki courses.
  • Tateshina ricespecialtyLocal highland rice served with meals.
  • Seasonal Shinshu dishesfoodLocal ingredients in refined courses.
Cascade Lounge (on-site)
on-site

Relaxed cafe-bar lounge for sweets, light bites, wine, sake, and craft beer.

  • Seasonal fruit sweetsfoodDesserts using Nagano fruits.
  • Egg sandwichfoodMade with free-range local eggs.
  • Herb chicken casse-croutefoodShinshu herb chicken and highland vegetables.
  • Nagano wine and sakedrinkLocal labels by the glass.
  • Craft beerdrinkOriginal local-style beer option.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Tateshina Onsen highland area above Chino, with JR Chino Station as the main rail gateway and a nearby local bus stop for the final approach.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Should you choose this ryokan?

A large onsen resort in Tateshina Onsen, Chino, that suits travelers who want a full-service stay with multiple baths, buffet dining, and family-friendly facilities. It is a stronger fit for families and groups than for travelers seeking a quiet, intimate ryokan atmosphere.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Excellent for familiesThis property is unusually well set up for children, with a dedicated kids park, baby room, family-friendly karaoke, and services aimed at parents traveling with young kids.
  • Varied onsen experienceYou get more than one bath style here, including a mountain-stream open-air bath, a large garden bath, and private baths, so the bathing experience feels richer than a basic ryokan stay.
  • Great in-room comfort optionsThe hotel offers both Japanese-style stays and larger room types, and guests often highlight spacious rooms; some rooms also have open-air baths for a more special stay.
  • Strong buffet appealBreakfast and dinner buffets are a recurring highlight, especially for travelers who want variety rather than a formal kaiseki-only dinner format. It is particularly practical for mixed-age groups and picky eaters.
  • Nature-focused mountain settingThe hotel sits in the Tateshina highland area beside natural scenery, with a streamside feel and nearby walks such as the short trek to Otaki waterfall. It works well if you want a resort stay away from dense city areas.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • More resort than classic ryokanBecause it is a large-scale property, the atmosphere can feel busy and less personal than a smaller traditional inn. Couples wanting a quiet, intimate ryokan mood may find it too lively.
  • Some rooms feel datedNot every area appears equally refreshed, and guest feedback suggests some annex or older sections can feel more worn than the best rooms shown in promotional material.
  • Buffet can get repetitiveThe buffet is popular, but for longer stays some guests note that dinner selection does not change enough from day to day. It is better for a short stay than a long culinary-focused one.
  • Less convenient without planningThe hotel is in a mountain resort area rather than a major transport hub, so arrival is less straightforward than staying near a city station. It suits travelers with a car or a planned transfer better.
  • Not ideal for a secluded couples' tripIts family-oriented setup, shared facilities, and overall scale make it less suited to travelers who want an adults-focused luxury escape with a hushed atmosphere throughout.

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