Obuse is a small town with several attractive sites for foreign visitors. Many visitors come here and stay for several hours during the day. But Obuse offers cozy accommodations and restaurants loved by locals. I recommend staying here to enjoy walking around Obuse and exploring the North Nagano Area by car, bus, and train. Shiga Kogen and Snow Monkey Park are easy to visit from Obuse.
“Kokoro” is a guesthouse with a Japanese-style Tatami-mat room. No meals offered, but the kitchen is available. You will feel as if you are a resident of Obuse.
“Guesthouse Obuse” is a renovation of an old warehouse into three guesthouse rooms with modern facilities. The spacious rooms are suitable for groups who want to explore the North Nagano Area actively.
“The Hotel Obuse” is a cozy hotel offering breakfast and dinner. It offers several room types that suit families with children, couples, and others.
The two pictures left show a spacious room with a “Rotenburo”, an open-air bath.
This room has a banked bed and twin beds, and offers tatami-mat floor space good for children to play.
This room has a counter facing the window of a good view. It is suitable for couples.
“Masuichi Kyakuden” is a luxury hotel renovated from warehouses. You can enjoy local dishes at an adjacent restaurant operated by the same company. This hotel is suitable for adult couples and friends who want to enjoy Obuse and this area at their own pace.
