Ryokan Biyunoyado
Ryokan Biyu No Yado (Ryokan Yudanaka View) is a large Yudanaka hotel that’s a great choice for a base to explore the nearby ski resorts and/or the snow monkeys. Being a ryokan, it provides a lovely Japanese cultural experience with Japanese style accommodation, various gorgeous onsen baths, and delicately prepared evening meals. Ryokan Biyu No Yado also provides some options for some western comforts as well. A few of the reception staff speak English, you have the option of western beds, there is the option of a western style breakfast, and the option to sit on chairs for meals rather than on the floor, and there is a large communal area that includes a bar for après ski drinks.
Where is Ryokan Biyu No Yado?
Ryokan Biyunoyado is located in the town of
Yudanaka, 700 metres southeast of the Yudanaka train station. The cute ryokan street of
Shibu Onsen is 1.5km to the east.
See our
Yudanaka page for information on getting to the town. The hotel provides free transport between the Yudanaka train station and the ryokan.
The
snow monkey onsen is very close by; only 3km to the trail head. A free shuttle is available to the snow monkey park.
Getting to the Ski Resorts
Biyu makes a great base to ski or snowboard at
Shiga Kogen. The Sun Valley area of Shiga is only 12km away. There are buses between Yudanaka and Shiga Kogen, although it takes a while to get there due to the frequent stops.
There are many other quality ski resorts near Yudanaka. A great way to explore these is with Japan Powder Culture Tours The tours include accommodation at Ryokan Biyu No Yado, transport to the ski resorts, and guiding to show you the powder stashes (and the option of instruction) and
Japan Powder Culture Tours also offer beginner packages.
Hotel Rooms
- Japanese style standard room: 8 tatami mats for 1-3 guests, with futons for sleeping on the tatami.
- Superior quad Japanese style room: 10 tatami mats for 1-4 guests with futons
- Deluxe twin room with tatami area: large rooms with twin beds (one a double bed) and an adjoining tatami area.
All rooms have an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet, a table and chairs, air-conditioning, heating, fridge, TV, kettle, tea set, yukata, and large-size kimono.
For a luxurious stay, Biyu No Yado also has a suite that is western style with gorgeous Japanese décor, two twin beds or king bed, and big leather sofa chairs. The suite has an ensuite toilet and the ultimate in luxury; a private onsen bath out on the balcony.
Ryokan Facilities & Services
- Large communal area with couches, tables and chairs
- Onsen with indoor and outdoor baths – free for hotel guests – 100% natural hot spring water
- 2 rooftop onsen baths that can be booked for private use for a small fee. One bath offers views to the mountains.
- Karaoke room that can be reserved
- Free wifi
- Parking
- English concierge services
- Gift shop
Dining and Bar
Evening meals are available for guests with a half-board meal plan, or they can be added for some nights of your stay if pre-booked. Dinner is served in the tatami dining room, and consists of exquisite multi-course traditional fare. Beverages can be purchased with dinner.
Breakfast is included, and can consist of a western buffet with pre-arrangement, otherwise a lovely Japanese set-menu breakfast is on offer.
The communal area near the lobby has a bar, serving up a decent range of alcoholic beverages.