Not much to see but a spot where locals can use the hot springs to cook or wash, non-locals not allowed to enter, it was quite messy when I went with planks and other stuff everywhere, probably renovation work after the winter. Saw one local in the morning, otherwise very quiet.

Cool open hot spring at the top of a hill in the village. Only locals are allowed to use the spring, as it’s so hot that it’d burn the uninitiated , but it’s a beautiful sight nonetheless.

Beautiful onsen For villagers only

We, turists , can't get in or use here. Just for locals.

This preserves for local residents only. Local people use this onsen to broil eggs and vegetables.

Ogama is an outdoor hot spring which is surrounded by shrines, set in a beautiful, historic corner of Nozawa Onsen. This onsen is so hot (90℃), locals use it to cook vegetables and eggs. You can try some of this food in the market next to the onsen. There is also a large foot onsen around the corner (summer only). If you head down the hill from Ogama, you will see some of the most beautiful Ryokan accommodation and gardens in Nozawa Onsen.

It's fun to buy corn from one of the local shops cooked in the naturally boiling water if the Ogama.

Less hot than Oyuu, but much smaller and the water was dirty in the afternoon

Really loved this onsen. Only complaint is one of the local women treated me rudely although I followed the rules of onsen strictly. I had already been in there for ten minutes and I had an injured leg. She came in an passive aggressively turned the tap off which I was next to and got angry at me. I assume She thought I was having a shower in the onsen - when I already had by sitting next to the wall and bathing, i was not bathing in the onsen- I was just getting used to the temperature as it was a very cold night. Can make you really uncomfortable when you’re naked and another naked person is critiquing you and bothering you when you cold tired and vulnerable lol are just trying to relax. And another night an Australian woman was loudly yelling to her partner and son on the other side. So basically- loved the onsen, didnt like the company in the onsen. Not very foreigner friendly and I get that- but I am very respectable person. Maybe yell at the loud Aussie lady.

Even less hot than Kumanotearayu (an onsen already considered less scalding than most in the town). Not hot enough in my opinion but may be suitable for those who want something warm rather than hot.

Four words: free, hot and relaxing. Lovely for an early morning soak or/ and after an afternoon snowboarding... or whatever exercise brings you to Nozawa Onsen. These smaller onsen are always worth experiencing, mix it in with one of the paid options and you will undoubtedly increase your experience of the town.

nothing to complain

(Translated by Google) This is a free hot spring in the area. So please use it carefully. There are simple changing rooms. A hot source is flowing into it, so if it's hot, fill it with water. Also, there is equipment for making hot spring eggs outside, so if you bring your eggs in a net, you can make delicious hot spring eggs yourself. (Original) 地域の無料の温泉です。なので綺麗に使用しましょう。簡易な更衣室らはあります。熱い源泉が流れ込んでるので、熱い場合は、水で埋めましょう。あと、外に温泉卵作成用の設備があるので、卵をネットに入れて持ってくると、美味しい温泉卵が自作できます。

(Translated by Google) It was incredibly hot. It's a mixed spring of Okama and Ontake, and the water is sulfur-containing, sodium-calcium sulfate hot spring. I think it was the hottest. Takinoyu was also hot, but this one was hotter because the tub was bigger. It was colorless and transparent. The hot spring deposits were like fluffy white fibers. (Original) めちゃくちゃ熱かった。 大釜と御嶽の混合泉で、泉質は含硫黄-ナトリウム・カルシウム硫酸塩温泉ですって。 1番熱かったんじゃないかなー 滝の湯も熱かったけど、こっちのほうが湯船大きいから熱かった 色は無色透明。ふわふわ白い繊維のような湯花

(Translated by Google) I visited the Nozawa Onsen Village factory to buy Nozawana. Even though I only bought one standard variety, I received another one as a souvenir. It may have been a coincidence, but thank you. I'm looking forward to enjoying it with some Shinshu sake. This year's Nozawana will be available after November. (Original) 野沢菜を購入したくて本場の野沢温泉村工場訪問 定番の１つ購入しただけにも関わらずお土産に１個いただきちゃいました たまたまかも知れませんが💦 ありがとうございます 信州のお酒といただくのが楽しみです １１月過ぎになると本年度の野沢菜が出るみたいですよ

(Translated by Google) I actually wanted to go there and buy some, but since I don't ski or snowboard, I don't have any business to go to Nozawa Onsen, so I bought some pickles online. It was delicious. In the first place, my local supermarket was selling Nozawana pickled products in collaboration with a local pickle shop, so I was interested in that shop, so I searched and found this shop. I looked at this restaurant's website and asked for the tortoiseshell-colored Nozawana, which is only available during the winter season.The lactic acid-fermented tortoiseshell-colored Nozawana that is eaten locally is delicious and has a good reputation among my family, so it is only available during the winter season. I re-ordered it inside. Actually, I'd like to order it in a barrel, but my region doesn't get cold so it's difficult considering the quality of the pickles. So, I thought of it as a winter treat and ordered some pickles from here. (Original) 本当は現地へ行って購入したいけど、スキーもスノーボードもしないので、野沢温泉へ行く用事が無いので通販でここのお漬物を買いました。美味しかったです。 そもそもは、近所のスーパーがこの辺りの漬物屋さんとの野沢菜漬けコラボ商品を売っていたので、その店に興味を持って検索してたらこの店にたどり着きました。 べっ甲色の野沢菜、しかも冬季限定というのをこの店のHPを見て頼んでみたら、現地で食べるような乳酸発酵したべっ甲色の野沢菜が美味しくて家族からも評判が良く、冬季の期間内に再発注しました。 本当は樽で頼みたいのですが、私の家の地方は寒くないので漬物の品質を考えると難しいです。 なので、冬の間のご馳走と思ってちょっとだけここのお漬物を頼み、いただきます。

(Translated by Google) Many of the Nozawana sold as souvenirs are rather salty, probably because they have a long shelf life, but the Nozawana here has just the right amount of saltiness and is very delicious. Moreover, it is additive-free. There are several types depending on how they are pickled, so next time I would like to buy all types and enjoy the taste. (Original) お土産用に売っている野沢菜は日持ちをさせるためか、わりとしょっぱい物が多いですが、ここの野沢菜は塩味が丁度良くとても美味しいです。しかも無添加。 漬け込みの仕方で、種類がいくつかあるので次は全種買いして味を楽しみたいと思います。

(Translated by Google) I bought additive-free Nozawana pickles. It was very delicious with a strong salty taste, and for me it was a top class taste. I was given a bonus, but it might depend on the timing... (Original) 無添加の野沢菜漬けを購入しました。気持ち強めの塩味でとてもおいしく、私の中では上位クラスの味でした。おまけもつけてもらえましたが、タイミング次第かもです…。

(Translated by Google) This is a souvenir that a child who went on an expedition to the Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort went to a ski tournament and was recommended to buy the real thing by the people around him. Although it is a lightly salted product, it is simply delicious due to fermentation! It's delicious! Both children and adults couldn't stop picking at it. When I go to Hokushin, I repeat Tomiki Tsukemono. (Original) 野沢温泉スキー場でスキー大会に遠征した子供が、周りの方に本物をとすすめられて買ってきたお土産です。薄塩味という商品ですが発酵のシンプルなうまさ！美味しいー！ 子供も大人もつまむ手がとまりませんでした。北信に出向いた際はとみき漬物をリピートです。

(Translated by Google) Speaking of pickled Nozawana, this is it! It's rare to see him outside of Nagano! Be sure to get it if you can, the taste is the same as the handmade one, right? The price is as low as mass-produced products, and it's much cheaper than buying raw and pickling it at home. Other than Shinshu Hokushin So, since I don't see it very often, is there a way to get it by mail order? Is there nothing else? Why don't I ask on the phone? We also sell them at Nagano Tokyu, Station Building Midori, and the factory. It's from 9am to 5pm! (Original) 野沢菜漬けと言えばここでしょう‼長野以外でお目にかかるのは稀‼あれば必ずゲット、味は手ずくリと同じ､？値段は大量生産並みの安さ、ワザワサ生を買って家で漬けるより、ずっとお得。信州北信以外 ではあまり見かけないので必ず手に入れる方法は通販？しかない？ 電話で聞いたら？長野東急、駅ビルみどり、工場でも売ります。9時から5時までです！

(Translated by Google) All of the delicious Nozawana pickles are so delicious that I decided to buy some more online. We recommend purchasing this item if you are going out nearby. Both the regular pickled Nozawana and the stir-fried Nozawana were very delicious! (Original) めちゃくちゃ美味しい野沢菜漬、どれも美味しすぎるので通販で買い足すことにしました お近くにお出かけの際はご購入オススメします 普通の野沢菜漬けも炒めの野沢菜もすごく美味しかったです！

A great ski resort for beginners to intermediate skiers. Slopes are long enough, and there is plenty of beautiful snow and nature. Main downside is the connection between slopes which is not always optimal.

04-Jan-2025 First snowboarding experience ever. Loved it enjoyed every moment there. They have beginner to expert levels and area is quite large. All type of ski lovers can enjoy and learn skiing here. We rented from Solomon located just in way to resort. We rented two snowboard sets (7000yen each for 5hrs). Fell down a-lot and tried many times and hope I got better. The onsen village is also great place to explore near the ski resort. We strolled in evening in our way back. Recommended and definitely going again.

Great Ski/Snowboard resort !!! So much beautiful snow. Many different routes for all levels. Many beautiful ridge trails that have great views. Our trip was mid march and we were lucky as we enjoyed great snow (a week prior to our visit it had been rainy every day, would recommend going sooner in the season or count on your luck).

We had a magical 5 days ⛷️ on this gorgeous mountain ✨plenty of trails for all levels, well-maintained runs, with plenty of sunshine and the heaviest snowfall. The trails are well-marked with clear signage, and the gondolas and chairlifts make it easy to hop between trails and keep the momentum going. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate, or advanced skier, there’s a perfect run for you. There are restaurants up the mountains too - special mention to Buna’s beef udon (absolute comfort in a bowl) and Popeye’s coffee on the Paradise trail - perfect motivation to ski down for me. A huge shoutout to Anthony, our instructor, who was patient, empowering, and made learning so much fun. What makes Nozawa extra special is that it’s owned by the city, not a corporate mega-ski chain, which gives it a unique charm and a welcoming, local feel. Can’t wait to be back!

I've snowboarded all over the East coast of America, Switzerland, Korea, and this is by far the best snow I've been on. It's been amazing here. Added bonus, Snow Monkeys, Onsen, and great food.

Wonderful ski resort! Traditional onsen town to compliment. Then on mountain food is unreal, all the soloists feel family owned and have incredible food. Didn’t get to ride the new gondola as it was always crowded but was still able to get around without too much crowds. The resort area is very unique and run by the city not corporate mega ski corps and it shows! I really hope this resort stays off the “passes” and keeps its charm.

Nice little ski village for everyone. Ski slopes for experts and beginners alike. Village has many warm, onsen ryokans and traditional local food joints. Options are available for those who would like a drink or two.

Moving escalator that gets you up to the other side of the ski slopes. Not difficult to find on foot, just follow the signs. My husband and I tried to drive here following google map directions and found ourselves navigating really narrow roads and there was nowhere to park. We ended up having to leave our car back at the hotel and walk here. Better to come on foot. Also due to the shape of the tunnel, watch your skis when using the escalator! Best of all it’s free.

Thank goodness for this free travellator to bring people up to the ski area. Saves the climb up. A nice 2 stage escalator that is quite an engineering feat. There are staff and cameras monitoring the travellator to ensure everyone’s safety. No probs getting ski or snow board equipment on it. Come down near sun set and be rewarded with stunning views at the bottom of Yu road.

Well built infrastructure to go up to the ski area.

Easy to access and its good as it connect directly from village to the ski area

Great sunset view from the entrance

Very convenient way of getting from Nozawa Onsen Town to the Ski resort

A free escalator/travelator service to the Hikage Ski slope. Not much else to it really.

Take your lift pass to get a discount! Quite expensive for what you get...maybe better value in the summer when outdoors is open too. Only choice really if with kids as (as a visitor) the village onsens would be too hot for the kids...so it is better than nothing so we could all have an onsen together.

The nice outdoor pool is basically useless because it's closed for half of summer . Opens for 6 weeks and then shuts, what is the point of having a pool that's closed for half of the summer? Then for some reason there is a semi-enclosed pool that is 36c...in summer, what on earth is the point of having a pool that hot, don't people swim to cool off? Make both pools a bit cooler and use the money you will save on heating to stay open longer?

Very warm hot springs, very kind service. The floor inside is very rough so I'd recommend bringing flip flops. They rent their swimsuits but it's Japanese sizes so their largest is not that large at all.

Fantastic option for families in the summer. Ample parking, not crowded at all during the weekdays, and the 25° outdoor pool is a respite from the summer heat. When you enter the building, take your shoes off and put them in a locker. Bring your shoe locker key to the front desk when you pay and they will keep it for you. Adults (junior high school and above ¥700, children ¥500). They will then hand you a locker key. Lost locker keys will be charged ¥3000. Bathing suit rentals are ¥300 with a ¥1000 deposit that is returned when the bathing suit is returned. The changing room has bathing facilities with soaps, showers to wash off after the pool, and even a free swimsuit drier which works much like a salad spinner except for bathing suits. There is a restaurant connected to the pool area -- just need to dry off before heading in to eat. A nice option for those that want to stay the whole day. Unusual for Japan: no swim cap needed, diapered children can swim as long as they use a waterproof cover, and we even saw a young shirtless with several large tattoos, so maybe a tattoo-friendly facility?!? Cafeteria takes only cash or Paypay. Summer hours (8/1-8/27) are 9:00-20:30.

Great onsen if you’re shy to get naked. Swimsuit allowed in 2 of the baths. Good food in the cafeteria.

Most of Nozawa Onsen's public baths follow the traditional style that most tourists wouldn't be used to. SPArena follows the more modern style found in other cities, with a dedicated bathing area. There are also mixed bath areas where a bathing suit is required.

Outdoor pool watching the snow was a refreshing temperature! Fun to hang with your entire group despite gender in swimsuits. Cafeteria looked good but we went at an off time. Entry was 700 jpy per person - so reasonable!

Free public onsen. Water was very hot! Ladies on the group floor men upstairs. I ended up just ladelling water out of the bath onto myself as it was too hot to get in (plus I didn’t have any soap!) you will leave with mild sulphur smell lingering on (unless prepared to wash off with the cold tap water!)

Free for take a hot spring , but the water temperature here ia really high, it maybe too hot for those who are not take hot spring usually.

Nice

Nice hot spring,but too many people

(Translated by Google) Sunday, May 18, 2025 The exterior looks like an apartment. The first floor is for women and the second floor for men. You go up the stairs and there is an iron door. When you open the door, there is a large bathtub and an equally large changing room. The bath and changing room are in the same space. Hot spring water gushes out. It's irresistible for those who like hot water. The water is milky white and the mineral deposits are black. It feels like the hot spring ingredients are seeping into your body. It was very good. The outdoor bath was well-cleaned and well-maintained. Thank you. (Original) ２０２５年５月１８日（日） アパートみたいな外観。 一階が女子で二階が男子。 階段を上って行くと、鉄の扉。 扉を開けると広めの浴槽、脱衣所も広め。 風呂場と脱衣所が一緒のスペースになっている。 熱めの温泉がドバドバ流れ出てくる。熱め好きにはたまりません。 白濁していて湯花が黒い。身体に温泉成分が染みてくる感じ。 とても良かったです。 掃除が行き届いていて管理が出来ている外湯でした。ありがとうございます。

(Translated by Google) It was a weekday in early October, and the leaves hadn't yet turned red, but it was a little chilly in the mornings and evenings, so I felt refreshed after soaking in the hot water ♨️. I realized that the reason we can enjoy such beautiful hot springs is because the locals spend their time and money to take care of them. I'm grateful and want to prepare for the winter season 🏂☺️ (Original) 10月初めの平日、紅葉はまだですが、朝夕少し肌寒く熱ーい湯♨️につかるとシャキッとしました。きれいな温泉に入れるのは地元の皆さんがお金と時間をかけて大切にされているからだとおもいました。感謝とともに冬シーズンの🏂準備をしたいとおもいます☺️

(Translated by Google) This is the outdoor bath at Nozawa Onsen. It is a two-story concrete building with an emphasis on functionality. The hot spring is, as expected, very hot. What's unique is that there is a hot spring outside for making hot spring eggs! Unfortunately, it is not open to tourists. I'd love to try making some hot spring eggs! (Original) 野沢温泉の外湯です。 コンクリート建物の2階建ての、機能重視のタイプです。 温泉は、やはり熱いです。 ユニークなのは、外に温泉卵用の温泉がある点ですね！ 残念ながら、観光客は利用出来ません。 温泉卵、作ってみたいですね！

Stunning shrine with beautiful carvings, nestled amongst incredible tall trees. A must visit in Nozawa Onsen

The grassy area besides the shrine on the side is great also

Peaceful, not too crowded, amazing architecture and historic features.

Find some peace here after one of the pleasant walks up from the village of Nozawa will make your trip worthwhile. This experience is not available in Niseko (Japanese Surfers Paradise!) Enjoy!

Ancient shrine with a steep climb

Fascinating collection of shrines nestled in old forest. Worth a visit, very peaceful

Beautiful intricate wood carvings. In the snow it's Devine!

Good location but can be crowded at times. The water was way too hot when I visited.

(Translated by Google) Bathed on May 1, 2025. Yokochi no Yu. I visited Nozawa Onsen while visiting the public baths. Like other outdoor baths, it was very piping hot, but I managed to get it in without adding more water. It's been a year since I've been to an outdoor bath at Nozawa Onsen, but the moment I soaked it up to my shoulders, “Ah, I came to Nozawa Onsen.” I was able to realize that. It's strange to me that even though I don't like hot baths, Nozawa Onsen is my favorite, but I think it's such a special place. The building feels old, but it's well maintained so it doesn't bother me. I have nothing but gratitude to the people in the area who are taking care of it. (Original) 2025年5月1日入湯。 横落の湯（よこちのゆ）。 野沢温泉外湯巡りでお邪魔させていただきました。 他の外湯と同様に非常にアツアツですが水を追加することなく何とか入れました。 1年ぶりの野沢温泉の外湯ですが、肩までどっぷり浸かった瞬間に、 「あ〜野沢温泉に来たなぁ」 と実感出来ました。 熱湯は苦手ですが野沢温泉だけはお気に入りなのが自分でも不思議ですが、それくらい特別な場所と思います。 建物に古さは感じますが手入れはされていますので気にはなりません。手入れをされている地域の方には感謝しかありません。

(Translated by Google) One of the outdoor baths. The bathtub can accommodate two or just three people. The hot spring analysis book describes it as a mixture of boiling pot and lower pot. Basically, it's a hemp pot, but the detailed description may tickle the enthusiast's mind. I don't know if it's because of the distance from the source, but the texture and temperature are mild for Nozawa. It may vary from time to time. It is a normal public bath in Nozawa. The fact that there are so many public baths of this quality and a wide variety of hot spring sources is unrivaled. (Original) 外湯の一つ。湯船は二人かギリギリ三人というところ。温泉分析書には茹釜と下釜の混合という表記。要は麻釜だが、表記が細かいのは、マニア心をくすぐるかも知れない。 源泉から距離があるせいか分からないが、肌触りや温度は野沢にしてはマイルド。時々によって違うかも知れないが。 野沢においては普通の外湯ではある。このレベルの共同浴場が数多くあって、源泉もバラエティ豊かなのは、他の追随を許さない所ではあるが。

(Translated by Google) An outdoor bath next to the Yokoochi traffic light. The building is the same as a travel agency cafe. The source temperature is about 90℃. The women's bath is a round tub. (Original) 横落信号の脇にある外湯。 旅行代理店カフェ？と建物が一緒。 源泉温度　約90℃ 女湯は丸型浴槽らしい

(Translated by Google) This is probably the outdoor bath with the most normal (weak) spring quality in Nozawa Onsen Village. The changing room is humid and smells strong, the bathtub is small, and it's so crowded for two or three hours after the ski resort closes that it's impossible to get in. However, we usually use it after 10pm, so it's almost completely private. (Original) おそらく野沢温泉村の中で最も泉質がノーマルな（薄い）外湯だと思います。更衣室の湿気と匂いが強く、浴槽も狭く、スキー場営業終了後の2, 3時間は混雑でとても入れたものではありません。ただ、我々は普段22時過ぎくらいに利用しているのでほぼ貸し切り状態です。

(Translated by Google) The source is Ogama, just like most other hot springs. The exterior looks normal, but it's semi-underground and the bathtub inside is circular. How cute! (Original) 源泉は麻釜で多くと一緒。 外観も普通な感じだけど、半地下で、中の浴槽は円形 可愛いじゃないか！

(Translated by Google) '25/9/25 The bathing fee is an offering. There is one indoor bath (over 46°C). The water is turned on fully and bathers can only bathe in that corner. Parking is a free parking lot less than a 5-minute walk away. It's spacious, but it's rare to find a free parking lot, so it may fill up quickly. There is a fee in winter. (Original) '25/9/25 入浴料は賽銭　内湯１つ(46℃以上) 水を全開にしてその一角のみ入浴可能　駐車場は徒歩5分弱の横落駐車場(無料) 広いが稀な無料駐車場なので満車になりやすいかも　冬季は有料です

came here as I wanted to see the cats and we actually saw 3 🥺 I asked the owners and they said they have 5 in total!! I really enjoyed the ramen too and we had drinks too, I would recommend:)

Who would have thought you can order pizza at a traditional Japanese restaurant in a traditional Japanese onsen town. Well, the pizza is actually very, very good - thin crusty base with very stretchy tasty cheese. The ramen, katsu curry are also very delicious with great depth of flavour. However, the pizza is still the highlight... We wanted to try more dishes and hence we have already re-booked to go back in 2 days time to try the other pizzas.

Very comfortable sitting place, good service they provide kids cutlery for each dishes we need to share with kids. Decent food

Cosy, traditional Japanese restaurant. There is a mix of Japanese and Western style table seating. The menu is also a mix of Japanese and Western food. Ordering is done through a tablet at the table in Japanese or English. Cash or card payment okay.

It is a nice restaurant with good service. The food is not bad, worth a good value of money and it came fast. There is an English menu there. It is good for families. Ordered the pizza, chicken, salad. Overall, it is great!

A lovely little a-la-carte restaurant. The interior is split into an "old pub" style area with tables and a bar, and a small traditional Japanese area for customers to sit on tatami mats. A docile cat lounges at the bar that customers are free to pat. Food is ordered from an iPad (English and Japanese) and service is efficient. Food is brought out as it is ready. This restaurant offers rice/curry dishes, noodle dishes, sides (including salads and fried foods), pizza, drinks, and dessert. Vegetarian options are also available.

the portions are HUGE. the kimchi pizza is the best. have to make reservation if want to have a meal at a decent time.

If you're craving a standard burger along with all the grease and carbs and fat (I mean all of this in a good/ delicious way), then this place is for you. I can see its appeal after a day on the slopes and you just want to satisfy that carb craving. For a burger, it's pretty solidly average. But for a burger on the mountain after a solid day of skiing, it's great. Food takes a while after ordering since they cook the burger fresh. Shop is tiny with a few seats so it might be better to order takeout. Service is great and the guys who run the shop are super friendly.

If you are a little sick of Japanese food, you should really try out this burger place ! The beef patty was amazingly good. I had the YAMABIKO B (DELUXE). Also you need to try the fries. No reservation allow and the place is very small so limited seats.

Nice burger joint jn nozawa. Stumbled across it as we needed something about quick. Guys were prompt in service and atmosphere cosy. Warm and inviting. Burgers pretty good as well. Better than i had expected and worth the rating. We had the yami A and yami B.

We came here for dinner tonight and this place did not disappoint. We ordered the one Genki and Abunai each and they were delicious in their own way with very different flavors. We also ordered a original Loaded Fries and they were delicious and quite filling. The wait time is what it is because these burgers are cooked to order so we were happy to wait. The place is cozy, but there is enough seating and the dinner crowd quickly filled the space. I thought the price was quite reasonable for the freshness and the quality. You get what you pay for. I recommend this for anyone looking for a top notch burger while they’re here and I would revisit again. Also, they have a hot sauce available to try that I haven’t seen before and it has a real kick which mixed nicely to the ketchup.

Nice delicious burger 🍔. We ordered no.1 and 4 from the menu list. No.4 is very delicious, it come with egg and nozawa veg pickles. Limited seat in the small shop, but the burger is delicious, worth the wait.

Genki Burger is defined one of the best burger spot in Japan! We visit every time we are in the area—it never gets old. We love the loaded hot fries—served with chopped up jalapeños. I always go for the veggie burgers. They’re all delicious, but the lotus and fried tofu edge out the mushroom for me. Highly recommend this if you’re in the area.

Convenient little shop with a burger menu where each item is named after the pistes of the snow resort. It's nothing amazing, the burgers rely on sauce to be tasty, so when no sauce is used it's really quite average. The staff are helpful and attentive, it's not a bad restaurant, it has a comfy sort of feel.

Phenomenal restaurant and hotel in the middle of Nozawa. Their unique dinner course of fusion dishes using local ingredients is a must try. Friendly staff and cozy interior. Very popular, so advance reservation is required. Their cafe on the 1st floor offers great coffee, gelato and light meals as well.

Impeccable local style local at the heart of Nozawa Onsen. The hotel comes with its private onsen with bath area for guests to book 1 hour per day per room, which gives us some privacy compare to public onsen. Thy served daily breakfast with amazing home made jam with nozawa spring water. Staff were super friendly and accommodating, look for Misa the main manager. The hotel also served a unique dinner menu, very curated and special. The parmesan risotto is a must! Price - okay Location - great Ambience - great Stafff - great Cleanliness - Great Those jam is a must buy!

Cute and cosy cafe attached to the hotel. Coffee is great, and they have the option of soy milk. The house made ice creams are incredible, with interesting Japanese inspired flavours (think Green tea choc chip, roasted sesame, purple sweet potato for example). Steamed buns available on the street and inside. Sells lots of special jams. Their mulled wine is a lovely treat after a day on the slopes.

Some of the best craft gelato I have ever had anywhere different flavors every day and the coffee is excellent they also sell homemade jams here and other goodies

Cute cafe on the Main Street in Nozawa Onsen. It is mostly tea, coffee, and small meals. They do have a few warm wines and snacks. I tried the Ginger wine and the Ringo bun. Both were tasty and nice after being in the cold all day! The ginger wine wasn't too sweet - which is my preference! This shop also has more open hours than many of the surrounding shops, which makes it a great choice if you're looking for somewhere mid afternoon.

Delicious Matcha ice cream & best coffee in the town , famous steam bun outside few different flavours , lots great souvenirs you can find here including postcards, t shirt , coffee mugs while waiting for your coffee, friendly & chill staff , you could book monkey tour here too.

Very nice modern cafe which specialises in jam made from local produce. There are not a lot of tables but patrons come and go pretty quickly if you are prepared to wait a little. They have a good selection of gelatos and nice expresso coffees. The other highlight is the steam bun store just outside the shop (definitely a must try after a hard day skiing)

My friends and I planned to go to nozawa onsen to snowboard but unfortunately I had an injury and i couldn’t join them, instead I walked around and took a few photos. Saw this nearby the ski resort entrance, i was hesitant at first because it seems all customers are foreigners. But i did go and it was nice. It’s been a long time since I spoke english and it was rough 😂🥲 the staff or owner is a foreigner but can speak Japanese so 日本人でも大丈夫だよ🙆‍♀️ they offer craft beer and a lot of snacks too.

We have been customers of The Craft Room since we began visiting Nozawa Onsen. This is our favorite lunch spot after hitting the slopes. The restaurant is located right near the gondola, which is extremely convenient. When there is snow, you can ski up! My go-to items are the brekkie bagel and chicken pesto panini. If you’re in the area, spot by! We enjoy coming here year after year! Thank you all—great staff!

Great pre ski and après ski spot. Am start with a pirate coffee (late with rum and baileys) and a breaki bagel, sets you up nicely for the day. Super friendly staff has definitely replaced gondula cafe by a country mile.

Definitely stopping by this place after a day of snowboarding in Nozawaonsen. Great beer selection, delicious food.

I haven't been in ski resorts for a decade and I was so surprised and happy that there is a western place like this! You will be craving for this kind of tasty food after skiing with a pint of beer! Chicken wing was good but the taste was a bit strong. I don't like the high chair as I'm not tall enough. There is only one table seat with the normal chair.

Update: Came back a few weeks later, and the management really did seem to take my feedback to heart because it seemed better ventilated this time and not as stuffy, even with a crowd of people. Good work! Updating to 5 stars! :) Original review: A fun spot to grab a drink or coffee right at the foot of the gondola. The hot chocolate I had was exactly what I wanted after skiing all day. When we went, it was very crowded, which made it pretty stuffy, so ventilation could be improved. But all in all, the drinks were good and the staff was very nice and spoke English.

I may be biased due to my love for beer, but they had the local Joy Juice on tap...so I was there more than I should. Food was good, staff were cool and there was chill music. Luckily the weather wasn't ideal for skiing the few days in Feb we were there, so the time I spent imbibing was not at the expense of deep powder!

3rd season we went to Akari for breakfast or dinner (~10times in total). Tasty food and pizzas, and good quality for the price. The place is cozy and really good if you want to relax. The staff is really friendly and welcoming !

Fantastic sleeping with the windows open as you can hear the water running through the village. Very peaceful setting.

We ordered take away and I got the order wrong. Instead of just leaving it, the staff identified the issue and contacted me via WhatsApp — amazing service! The pizzas are great. We ordered six to our Karaoke place and they were well received by everyone. Very nice pizza.

Incredible service, location and hosts. Gab (the owner) assisted us immensely when our kids got sick and was so helpful when we needed to get to hospital. Location is so convenient to both the snow and the rest of town. Don’t get me started on the food options. So so great!

I was a local on Nozawa Onsen over the winter and went to Akari numerous times. Love their breakfast and pastries ❣️ In Spring they have a small patio and you can have drinks outside, perfect spot for a sunset. Highly recommended!

We popped in for a last minute dinner here and luckily secured a table for two. Would recommend booking if you have a larger group as the restaurant is on the smaller side. We shared a pizza and dessert and it did not disappoint. The cheesecake was top tier, I wish I took one home. The dessert options were amazing! Pizza was also yummy. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Great place!!

2nd or 3rd time I stayed. Nice apartment. Bakery/restaurant downstairs is super convenient too.

Super good quality soda noodles and that delicious soup with pork or prawn tempura! Must try. You can’t make reservation and they have limited dining hours. So please go early !

Really good soba noodles! Noodles had great texture, very smooth, good amount of bounce! Service was nice and warm atmosphere, they gave us a nice warm tea at the start too

It was worth the hour in line. I ordered the grated Japanese yam cold soba, regular size. The egg and yam, with the added wasabi dipping sauce was a whole new experience. It coated the soba and made it so silky. I couldn’t get enough of it! I’m not a big eater but I ended up ordering a second soba because it was so good! And also wanted to try the hot soba 😋 got the shrimp tempera and it just hit the spot. Warmed me up so satisfyingly. I did end up preferring the cold soba dish more because the texture of the noodle and it held together better. Very friendly people and the order came quickly. They open at 5:30 - 8pm for dinner and I didn’t get their lunch hours.

This place get pretty busy at night. On a cold night, waiting outside for a long time was not something I desired. We did go back during lunch and they weren’t as busy. Their soba was good and and portion is quite generous. Everything is reasonably priced.

Simple fuss free meal here for days when I want a light meal. Love the cold soba noodles and the tempura batter was light. Ordered the tororo to dip the cold soba in and it gave a slimy silky eggy texture which was interesting (in a good way!).

Really enjoyed the tempura soba and even more so the cold soba. I thought that was very unique to dip the soba noodles into the broth then eat them. All around it was a very delicious meal and I would go back again. One of the highlights was sitting at the communal table and interacting with locals with limited English. Great experiences!

Zenzaru soba is delicious! Soba is awesome and the tempura is mouth watering! Highly recommended! Tempura soba hot is also very nice. 👍🏿👍🏿

This was ok...... staff are amazing, but in my opinion the rating is all about the taste and value for money. If you want a healthy meal this is probably for you. If you want Mexican with lots of flavour, cheese and value for money, then probably not. Very expensive for something that is relatively unseasoned. Lovely lovely staff, people and environment but food wasn't super yummy and too expensive for what it is. Not sure if my written review reflects my rating but it isn't worth more then 50% in my opinion, sorry.

Was the third place we tried that said it was open and thank god it was open! We were hungry after snowboarding all day and we were full at the end. We shared a large burrito bowl, a taco and some jalapeño poppers. The sauce was a bit more marinara tasting than Mexican and overall had very western undertones. It lacked Mexican spice and we were charged 200yen for jalepenos on our tacos (there were 5 slices in total). The food came so quick and was for sure pre-made and then microwaved (no hate). Overall it was okay but I wish I let my stomach not get the better of me and had have had more of a look around.

Came here for early dinner with no reservation and we were lucky enough to get a table even though the restaurant was fully booked but we were told to be out before 6. We had to quickly order and I got the chicken rice bowl as well as the nachos. The chicken was yummy although quite dry and I couldn't really taste much flavour overall. I would come back but I would probably order something else. We also got the burrito which was much more worth the price as the serving size is quite large! Staff were friendly and service was great! Lovely ambiance as well despite the restaurant being quite small.

Delicious food and GREAT jalapeño margaritas. I was grateful that all the food was labeled with gf/v for my gluten allergies and being a vegetarian. Such a cute little spot - wish it was a bit bigger because it’s just that great! The staff was super genki and kind even though we had a big group. They care about covid protocols and that made us feel safe. Will hopefully be back!

Yummy Mexican food and delightful margaritas and sangria. The staff speaks English and are very friendly. They have gluten free and vegetarian options. A reservation is recommended on nights when the town is crowded with tourists.

Nice cozy little Mexican. Good atmosphere, close to town. Its a small place so probably best to book, long tables available for groups. Tastey tacos, corn an guac :) would go again!

Food wasn't as good as what we make at home on a weeknight, but a lot more expensive. We ordered large portions of nachos and rice bowls, but they didn't look or feel bigger than our friend's regular. Mould on the wall behind me which I only noticed after the food had already arrived. Waiters we're nice but it was far too expensive for the quality of food.

Cute little coffee shop above the ski rental place upstairs for some reason it only brings up the one in town but the one up on the hill is where I went they could use some more seating and chairs in here would make it much nicer and some stools along the bar would be helpful but the snacks were delicious and the coffee was great and very nice mugs

First nights dinner in Nozawa Onsen and we were graced with some delicious food and excellent customer service. This owner run business sure completes a full day on the slopes. They provide a variety of food and large selection of traditional Japanese whiskey's. Highly recommended.

Fantastic,best meal in nozawa onsen so far. Nice and spacious, not hurried, great service and food. The steak and the risotto rate a mention but the dessert was also fabulous. Go there but book.

Shichirohei cafe is one of the best cafes in Nozawa Onsen. I believe the only one which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Great food, great coffee. The roast beef salad is a highlight. They serve alcohol and have happy hour specials. Great views. Very nice style with beautiful wooden floors and tables.

Came in here a few times as the breakfast and lunch was quite good. Great hot and cold drinks and fancy nibblies at a reasonable price. Try the breakfast burger, pancakes and anchovy pizza.

Great for birthday cakes. You can even get a personalized message! Place is cozy and friendly

Nicest ace with fine healthy tasty foods and drinks with a view. Vegetarian menu also available.

First time trying nozawana on top of pizza and omg it works so well definitely recommend it!!!

I haven’t tried everything on the menu here, but I tend to stick with my favorites—and honestly, they never disappoint. Every visit leaves me with a smile. The hearty Nozawana dish with pork and cheese hits the spot, especially after a few hours out in the snow. It's warm, comforting, and full of flavor. The French Toast? Absolute perfection. Light, fluffy, and just the right amount of indulgent—it’s almost too good to share (Don’t!). Pro tip: get there early. This place fills up fast, and for good reason.

The staff or administration does absolutely nothing against the seat-saving culture that plagues this place. I had a plate of food purchased and walked around for 20 minutes like an idiot looking for a table. Tables that I could have sat down to eat my food were being "reserved" by other people who haven't even ordered food yet. So you'll find many tables full of ski gear but otherwise vacant. Customers already with food should have priority, not the other way around. I ended up putting away my plate of UNTOUCHED food on the dishwashing racks.

Delicious garlic rice and curry dishes. Plus, some great views of the slopes.

Great cheap place for food on the slope. Does get quite packed around 12:30

One of the “flagship” eateries in Nozawaonsen Ski Resort, located nearby Nagasaka gondola top station. Tasty, broad selection of food and drinks, crowded as expected on a ski resort.

This place just keeps getting better over the years. With the new gondola station, the first floor has been converted to a large seating area and pizza is served on the first floor while everything else is available on the second floor. Seating used to be a problem during lunch time but with expanded seating it’s much better now. The food is delicious but if you had to try one thing, go for the garlic steak rice. It’s the most popular item for good reason.

Why is American bacon so much better than everywhere else? American bacon is crispy, smoky, sweet, fatty. What’s served elsewhere is usually lean, chewy, pink; more ham than bacon. It misses that, that crunch of salt and sugar that defined the BLT in the first place. Bacon should be black and crispy and shatter the second you bite into it. The BLT came from America, you know, if you don’t believe me you can look it up. Don’t sell me a BLT and give me a ham sandwich.

Nice bread! Love the french toast with apple jam! Great coffee too. Good service by crew. We had it for breakfast before skiing. Opens early which is great.

We went there twice to give it a chance. First time, no good. Overpriced eggs Benedict that was pretty much just egg, potato and soggy greens. No interesting flavour. Second time we got breakfast sandwiches because my partner liked it last time. These tasted nothing like what he had days prior. Once again, barely any flavour. Just egg. Lots of egg. Not worth the price point. Better off going elsewhere if I’m being honest. Even for coffee. It’s just way too overpriced for what they offer.

Came here for dinner. They only have set menus in the evening which is a shame but i can understand. I was hoping it be good but the meals were so so. Portions small for the price but cant fault their service. Do have a gripe that half of their menu items costed extra to order above the set menu price.

We sat by the window at the entrance. It’s better if you like a good view of people passing by the Village. The atmosphere was good and staff are very friendly and nice. Unfortunately when we were there, they only served pastries and drinks. I had matcha latte, oat cookies (tastes great), yuzu cheese cake (so-so).

Great breakfast, very yummy hot chocolate. Good selection of breakfast option and they open early. One of the cafe that you can find foreigner is the staff and can understand English. The souvenirs stall is quite cute too can shop and get something.

The food and service were alright, but the price was way higher than what they offered. The cheapest option was 4,800yen for 1 starter and 1 main plate. Reserved the place for 2 in advance and couldn't see dinner (official) menu due to website error, so I could only see menu posted by other people, which is definitely NOT what they have for dinner. Once I got there and saw the menu, either I had to pay 4,800yen at least or pay the cancellation fees for 1,000yen per person. Well... So we stayed. What I got: - The free snack was a palm-sized bowl of Edamame (Japanese green beans) - The starter was a salmon cucumber with cream to eat with crackers - priced 1,800yen in receipt - The main was <10cm beef shortribs, which tastes like belly than shortribs :) - And one small bowl of rice was served for TWO people, not separately I'd be happy to pay MAX 3000yen for that. All staff were able to speak English, good manners, nice atmosphere and the food was alright. To restaurant: I'd love it if more options were available to choose from, fix the online menu and better pricing for what you are offering. :)

A must place to go, because you can do a lot of things especially when you're an outdoor person. You can just walk or run out biking also. Perfect place for family or friends to have gatherings. A place where you can find peace. I love this place din much.

Lovely small airport, friendly staff. Easy in and out.

This small airport in Japan is also worthful

(Translated by Google) I stopped by while test driving a car. I applied for a test drive that I could borrow for a few days, and I came here in a test drive car. The parking lot closest to the airport was full, and even though it was a weekday, there were quite a few people using it. I was able to park in the transit plaza right next to it. From here, it's just a 2-3 minute walk to the airport building. There is a memorial tree planted on the way, and a paper airplane-shaped plate made of iron is on it. Depending on how you look at it, the memorial tree looks like Godzilla. Please see the photo. There are souvenir shops and restaurants in the airport, so if you are in the area, it's a good idea to stop by here. There is a Yamabiko Dome and a park around the airport, and it must be very lively when events are held. If you go around to the other side of the airport, you will be able to see the runway from the line of sight. You can also take impressive photos of the planes. If I have the chance next time, I would like to take a leisurely walk on the other side as well. I didn't have much time this time, so I went out to the viewing deck and took photos of the planes. However, suddenly, there was an announcement that the plane was cancelled... I remember someone on the deck asking me again if the announcement was a cancellation and looking very surprised. After the announcement, passengers who had boarded the plane started to disembark, and I thought, this must be a big problem. I think I was there for about 30 minutes net, but since I had to go on to my next appointment, I picked up a tourist guidebook displayed next to the information counter on the first floor and left the airport. If I had the time, I'd like to experience traveling around Japan by connecting airports in other parts of the country. (Original) 車の試乗中に寄りました。数日お借りできる試乗に応募して試乗車で訪れました。空港に1番近い駐車場は満車、平日だけどご利用の方結構居られるのですね。私は直ぐ脇に有るトランジット広場に駐車する事が出来ました。ここからは空港建物まで歩いて2〜3分ほど、直ぐですね。途中記念樹が植えられており、鉄でできた紙飛行機型のプレートが掲げられています。記念樹は見方によってはゴジラの形に見えましたよ。写真をご覧ください。 空港内にはお土産屋さんにお食事どころも有りますので、お近くに来られた際にこちらまで足を伸ばしても良いですね。空港周辺にはやまびこドームや、公園が整備されており催し物が開催されて居る時には大変賑やかな事でしょうね。空港の反対側に回れば滑走路を目線で見る事が出来そうですね。飛行機の迫力の有る写真も撮れそうですよね。次回機会が有ったら反対側もゆっくりと歩いてみたいです。 今回はそれほど時間がないので見送りデッキに出て飛行機の写真を撮って来ましたよ。でも、この飛行機に突然欠航のアナウンスが・・・他にデッキに居た方が私に今の放送は欠航のアナウンスですかと聞き直し、大変びっくりしていたのを思い出します。アナウンス後搭乗なさっていた方々が降りてこられていて、これは大変だなぁと思いました。 正味30分くらいでしょうかね、次の予定が有りますので1Fの案内カウンターの脇に陳列された観光案内をいただき空港を後にしました。余裕が有れば地方の空港を乗り継ぎ日本一周など体験してみたいですね。

(Translated by Google) I used Shinshu Matsumoto Airport in Matsumoto City. While it's compact for a regional airport, the interior is clean, boarding procedures were smooth, and it left an impression of being safe and secure. The parking lot is located in front of the terminal, and its free use is a major attraction. However, depending on the time of day, the front parking lot can be full, in which case you'll need to park in the second parking lot, which is a little further away. Although it's within walking distance, I recommend arriving with plenty of time to avoid being late for your boarding time. The official website also has a live camera that shows the parking lot's congestion status, so it's a good idea to check before you depart. The airport has shops and restaurants, and is stocked with Shinshu local specialties and souvenirs, so you can enjoy a relaxing time before and after your flight. I felt it was a user-friendly and friendly airport, perfect as a base for tourism and business. (Original) 松本市にある「信州まつもと空港」を利用しました。 地方空港としてはコンパクトながら館内は清潔で、搭乗手続きもスムーズに進み、安心して利用できる印象です。 駐車場はターミナル正面にあり、無料で利用できるのが大きな魅力です。 ただし時間帯によっては正面駐車場が満車になることもあり、その際には少し離れた第2駐車場に停める必要があります。 歩いてアクセスできる距離ではありますが、搭乗時間に遅れないよう余裕をもって向かうことをおすすめします。 また、公式サイトには駐車場の混雑状況を確認できるライブカメラも設置されているので、出発前にチェックしておくと安心です。 空港内には売店やレストランがあり、信州ならではの特産品やお土産も揃っていて、フライト前後のひとときも楽しめます。 観光やビジネスの拠点として、利用しやすく親しみやすい空港だと感じました。

(Translated by Google) I used Matsumoto Airport (Shinshu Matsumoto Airport) for a business trip. It's the only airport in Nagano Prefecture, but currently only operated by FDA (Fuji Dream Airlines). It only operates a few routes, such as New Chitose, Kobe, and Fukuoka, and the number of flights is extremely limited, with only one or two round trips per day. It's so inconvenient that I honestly feel like it's on the verge of being shut down. It seems to have a history of being saved by the Shizuoka FDA, but I worry about how long it will last if things continue like this. Perhaps due to the low number of passengers, the terminal was quiet, and there seemed to be few souvenir shops. That said, this airport does have its good points. It's known as the airport with the highest altitude in Japan, and the views from the observation deck are outstanding. The view of planes taking off and landing against the backdrop of the Northern Alps is particularly spectacular during snowy season. The airport's compact size makes it easy to navigate and navigate, which is a plus. And best of all, free parking is a real bonus. However, because the airport is far from Matsumoto city, access to Matsumoto Station and other areas requires a bus, which takes time, so it's undeniably inconvenient. While the views may be irresistible for airplane enthusiasts, I felt it was a tough choice for travelers prioritizing business or convenience. (Original) 出張で松本空港（信州まつもと空港）を利用しました。 長野県唯一の空港ですが、現状、FDA（フジドリームエアラインズ）の便しか飛んでいないという状況です。運行路線も、新千歳、神戸、福岡など数路線のみで、しかも1日1往復や2往復程度と便数が非常に限られています。 利便性が低すぎて、正直「廃止待ったなしではないか？」と感じてしまいます。静岡のFDAに助けられたという歴史があるようですが、このままではいつまで存続できるのか心配になります。利用者が少ないためか、ターミナル内も静かで、お土産店も少ない印象でした。 とはいえ、この空港にも良い点はあります。日本一標高の高い場所にある空港としても知られており、展望デッキからの眺めは抜群です。北アルプスを背景に飛行機が離着陸する景色は、雪が積もる季節などは特に見応えがあります。空港の規模自体はコンパクトで、迷いにくく利用しやすいのはメリットです。そして何より、駐車場が無料なのは非常にありがたいです。 ただ、空港が松本市街地から離れているため、松本駅などへのアクセスはバス必須となり、時間もかかるため、やはり不便さは否めません。飛行機好きには景色がたまらないかもしれませんが、ビジネスや利便性を優先する旅行者には厳しい選択肢だと感じました。

(Translated by Google) It's a small regional airport. Basically only FDA serves the airport, but JAL sometimes operates seasonal flights. FDA flies to Sapporo, Kobe, and Fukuoka, while JAL's seasonal flights seem to be to Itami. There are no flights to Tokyo, perhaps because the distance is too short for a plane. There is a limousine bus to Matsumoto Station, but it takes about 40 minutes. (Original) 地方空港で規模は小さいです。 基本的にFDAのみ就航していますが、季節運航でJALが就航することがあるそうです。 就航地はFDAは札幌、神戸、福岡で、季節運航のJALは伊丹便みたいです。 東京へは飛行機にしては距離が短すぎるからなのか就航していません。 松本駅前までリムジンバスはありますが、大体40分くらい掛かります。