Natural free-flowing spring water from Yamada Onsen, bubbling for more than 200 years, and the deep serenity of Matsukawa Gorge
Nagano Takayama Village
Shinshu Yamada Onsen Yamadakan, an inn nestled in Matsukawa Gorge, is a long-established hot spring ryokan in Takayama Village, Kamitakai District, Nagano Prefecture. A symbol of Yamada Onsen, known as the inner sanctum of Zenkoji-daira, it offers the pleasure of natural free-flowing hot spring water from a celebrated spring with more than 200 years of history. Its clear sodium-calcium sulfate-chloride hot spring gently warms you from the inside out. All guest rooms overlook the beauty of the gorge along Matsukawa Gorge, and the luxurious rooms with private half-open-air baths fed by natural free-flowing spring water, as well as the open-air bath with sweeping views of Matsukawa Gorge, are among its charms.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
The main building's large bath is associated with the Western-style painter Sozo Wada. You can enjoy the famed hot spring, boasting more than 200 years of history, with a continuously flowing natural free-flowing spring water source. The clear hot spring water is characterized by a subtle sulfur scent and a mellow salty taste, and through the windows it reflects the beautiful mountain ranges of Matsukawa Gorge.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
An open-air bath embraced by the deep nature of Matsukawa Gorge. You can enjoy bathing while surrounded by the gorge's overwhelming seasonal scenery, from the vivid fresh greenery of spring and summer to the blazing autumn foliage and the serene snowy landscapes of winter. Men's and women's baths alternate.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A private half-open-air bath with natural free-flowing spring water, available in select special rooms. Designed to blend in with Matsukawa Gorge, it lets you listen to the murmur of the river and feel the crisp forest air while enjoying Yamada Onsen's superb waters whenever you like.
Closed Days: None
〒382-0816 3604 Okuyamada, Takayama Village, Kamitakai District, Nagano Prefecture
Gender Access
Gender Separated
The above applies to the communal (shared) baths. At facilities with private baths or private saunas, guests with tattoos may still be able to bathe. Please check with the facility for details.
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn moreNatural free-flowing spring water from Yamada Onsen, bubbling for more than 200 years, and the deep serenity of Matsukawa Gorge
Nagano Takayama Village
Shinshu Yamada Onsen Yamadakan, an inn nestled in Matsukawa Gorge, is a long-established hot spring ryokan in Takayama Village, Kamitakai District, Nagano Prefecture. A symbol of Yamada Onsen, known as the inner sanctum of Zenkoji-daira, it offers the pleasure of natural free-flowing hot spring water from a celebrated spring with more than 200 years of history. Its clear sodium-calcium sulfate-chloride hot spring gently warms you from the inside out. All guest rooms overlook the beauty of the gorge along Matsukawa Gorge, and the luxurious rooms with private half-open-air baths fed by natural free-flowing spring water, as well as the open-air bath with sweeping views of Matsukawa Gorge, are among its charms.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
The main building's large bath is associated with the Western-style painter Sozo Wada. You can enjoy the famed hot spring, boasting more than 200 years of history, with a continuously flowing natural free-flowing spring water source. The clear hot spring water is characterized by a subtle sulfur scent and a mellow salty taste, and through the windows it reflects the beautiful mountain ranges of Matsukawa Gorge.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
An open-air bath embraced by the deep nature of Matsukawa Gorge. You can enjoy bathing while surrounded by the gorge's overwhelming seasonal scenery, from the vivid fresh greenery of spring and summer to the blazing autumn foliage and the serene snowy landscapes of winter. Men's and women's baths alternate.
TypeNatural Hot Spring
A private half-open-air bath with natural free-flowing spring water, available in select special rooms. Designed to blend in with Matsukawa Gorge, it lets you listen to the murmur of the river and feel the crisp forest air while enjoying Yamada Onsen's superb waters whenever you like.
Closed Days: None
〒382-0816 3604 Okuyamada, Takayama Village, Kamitakai District, Nagano Prefecture
Gender Access
Gender Separated
The above applies to the communal (shared) baths. At facilities with private baths or private saunas, guests with tattoos may still be able to bathe. Please check with the facility for details.
Curated by an expert who visits onsen and sauna facilities every day and has explored 300+ locations — only facilities confirmed to be truly exceptional are featured.
Learn more