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Kawaichiya

8923-1 Toyosato, Nozawaonsen-mura, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture 389-2502, Japan
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Sweden
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39 reviews 39 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013 via mobile

We stayed here for five nights to ski and visit the hot springs. Our main concern before the trip was that it would be cold in the room. It wasn't, at all. We chose to have only breakfast at the hotel, and eat dinner out on the town. Our kids ended up not liking the breakfast so much (they're 2&4),... More

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Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

It was the first time to Nozawa Onsen. In tow were my wife and two kids 7 and 8 years old. Also, never skied before. The public bus from the train station dropped us in the heart of the village. It was a 7 min walk to the Ryokan. Bear in mind that we were pulling luggage and kids in... More

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Hong Kong
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

My wife and I were staying in this hotel for 4 nights during our ski trip in Feb 2013. This is our first time to ski in Nozawa Onsen and this hotel is just located at the heart of this small city, easily access to everything surrounding it, the ski ground, shops, public bath, transportation...etc. The staffs there (esp Kono... More

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Brisbane, Australia
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

This year was our 3rd year back at Nozawa Onsen, and our 3rd year staying at Kawaichiya ryokan. Kono san has looked after us on all of our stays and we are always impressed with the spotless rooms, excellent service and fresh traditional Japanese food. The hot springs are very clean and are a fantastic way to finish the day.... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

We spent 6 nights here when skiing at Nozawa. The ryokan is terrific and we have stayed at many ryokans. In a great location within easy access of the moving walkway up to the snow and round the corner from all the restaurants and shops of Nozawa, the hotel has a great indoor and outdoor bath for each gender -... More

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singapore
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5 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011

Just returned from Nozawa onsen and stayed here for 3 nights. Overall, no complaints about the place for the price. Location is a bit off the travelator that goes up the ski slopes but its only about 15 mins of walk (though keep this in mind if you are lugging your own skis/boards and boots). Onsen comprises 2 pools, one... More

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Hong Kong, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2011

I first stayed here with my wife in 2003, our second ski trip to Japan, and fell in love both with Nozawa Onsen and this hotel. We have tried a number of other ski resorts in Japan (Appi Kogen, Mt Hakoda, Gala, Habuka) and elsewhere since then, but have ended up coming back to Nozawa Onsen every other year (2005,... More

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Melbourne
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2011

We returned to Kawaichiya Ryokan in January 2011. This time we had our teenage son along and were accommodated in the newer part of the building, which is serviced by an elevator. We’d previously stayed in the older part of the building, which is walk up, though this was never a hassle for us. The newer rooms do reflect their... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2011

Booked a western style twin bed room with the tiniest bathroom you have ever seen. It has all you need with no frills. The owner was the only person I met who had any English. Staff were very friendly - no problems. Only do Japanese breakfast - you either like it or not (I didn t, my husband did). Beds... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2011

Kawaichiya Ryokan is located 4 mins away from the Nozawa Onsen bus stop, albeit at the bottom of a slightly steep slope. The walk down, particularly on a snowy day, can be pretty icy and slippery, however, one cannot simply judge this fantastic ryokan based solely on its disadvantageous location. The host/owner of the place, Kono-san, is a Japanese man... More

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Also Known As:
Kawaichiya Nagano Prefecture, Japan
Address: 8923-1 Toyosato, Nozawaonsen-mura, Shimotakai-gun, Nagano Prefecture 389-2502, Japan
Region: Japan > Chubu > Nagano Prefecture > Shimotakai-gun > Nozawaonsen-mura
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 34 B&Bs / Inns in Nozawaonsen-mura
Price range (per night): 128 AUD - 146 AUD
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Nozawa Onsen Kawaichiya is a Japanese style ryokan located in Nozawa Onsen. Please enjoy with our excellent hot springs and local dishes. ... more   less 
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