Featured Hotels Near Shiodano Yakata

Kamiyama White Birch Inn is a serene mountain retreat just a 8-minute walk from Shiodano Yakata. This boutique ryokan features private open-air baths with views of the Nagano countryside and traditional Japanese gardens. Rooms boast tatami mats, wooden beams, and minimalist design for authentic tranquility. Guests can enjoy daily tea ceremonies, local wagashi workshops, and seasonal kaiseki meals made with farm-fresh ingredients. For best availability, book your stay via the HopeGoo app.

Within a 5-minute walk of Shiodano Yakata, discover Ueda Handmade Pottery Studio, where visitors can create their own ceramics through guided wheel-throwing sessions. Nearby, Shinshu Miso House offers artisanal, unpasteurized miso and regional condiments perfect for souvenirs. Every morning at 10 AM, live traditional folk music performances take place in front of an old machiya townhouse, featuring elder locals singing local melodies that echo the city’s heritage. These intimate, authentic moments make the neighborhood a living museum of Ueda culture.

Ueda Four Seasons Villa is ideal for families, located steps from Shiodano Yakata with private gardens, a children’s playroom, and spacious suites with twin beds. Large windows frame seasonal views of the surrounding landscape, perfect for young explorers. The hotel offers complimentary bicycles for rides along the nearby Shinano River Greenway, and hosts weekly family cooking classes—kids learn to make onigiri and matcha sweets. Dinner can be enjoyed at the on-site izakaya-style grill restaurant, designed for shared, relaxed meals. Book family packages through the HopeGoo app for exclusive discounts.