Shimobe Hotel is the flagship ryokan of Shimobe Onsen, a roughly 1,200-year-old hot spring town along the Shimobe River in Minobu-cho, historically known as the hidden hot spring of the warlord Takeda Shingen. The property is directly beside JR Shimobe Onsen Station and offers an unusually large bathing complex for a town of this size, with 12 baths in total, including seven open-air baths, drawing on three separate hot spring sources across the property. Dining follows the kaiseki tradition, built around river fish from the Shimobe and Fuji rivers and mountain vegetables gathered locally, typically served as part of a two-meals-included rate. Rooms range from standard Japanese-style tatami rooms to Japanese-Western hybrid layouts and suites. There is no fitness room or pool, and the historic hot spring town itself, with its wooden retro-style buildings and quiet riverside setting, is as much a part of the stay as the hotel's facilities. Day-use bathing is available for visitors not staying overnight, a common option throughout Shimobe Onsen's small collection of ryokan.
Room types
- Japanese-style
- Japanese-Western hybrid
- Suite
Amenities
- 12 baths drawing on 3 hot spring sources, including 7 open-air baths
- Kaiseki dining featuring river fish and mountain vegetables
- Free WiFi
- Steps from JR Shimobe Onsen Station
- Day-use bathing available
Location
1900 Kaminohira, Minobu-cho, Minamikoma-gun, Yamanashi 409-2947
35.3325, 138.4675 View on map
Highlights
- 12 baths across 3 hot spring sources, including 7 open-air options
- Kaiseki dining with Shimobe River fish and mountain vegetables
- Located directly beside JR Shimobe Onsen Station
- Set in a roughly 1,200-year-old historic hot spring town
Tips for visiting
- Rotate through several of the 12 baths during a stay, as each draws on a different hot spring source
- Day-use bathing is available for travelers not staying overnight; check current hours
- Shimobe Onsen is a quieter, less crowded alternative to Isawa Onsen or Kawaguchiko for a hot spring stay
- The town's retro wooden streetscape is worth a short walk before or after bathing
Accessibility
The hotel has elevator access to guest floors; the extensive bathing complex involves steps typical of traditional Japanese onsen architecture, and wheelchair-accessible rooms are not confirmed.
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Frequently asked questions
How many baths does the hotel have?
The hotel has 12 baths in total, including seven open-air baths, drawing on three separate hot spring sources.
Is the hotel close to the train station?
Yes, the hotel is located just steps from JR Shimobe Onsen Station.
Can non-guests use the baths?
Yes, day-use bathing is available for visitors who are not staying overnight.