[2025 Minamiuonuma Stay] Travel Guide for Ryugon (Updated Apr)

●Name Ryugon @ Muikamachi Onsen ●Access 1-6 Sakado, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture 🚗Private parking available ●Points The water is wonderful, as it is only in Niigata, and you can really feel it in the hot springs and meals The hot springs in the hotel are soft water drawn from Muikamachi Onsen♨️ You can enjoy the large bath and open-air bath in the hotel and look out at the garden The bath amenities are fully equipped with products from the skin care series "cotte", which was born from the local sake "Hakkaisan" Naturally, your skin will be smooth☺️ The meals are based on traditional snow country cuisine It's a feast that makes use of local ingredients🍴 It's like enjoying the taste of the local food, not the appearance, with a full course of Japanese cuisine There is also sake that is only available here You can also enjoy free sake at the bar counter at night, so you can relax and unwind #Domestic travel#Hot springs #Niigata #Ryokan

*This is a traditional Japanese-style hot spring inn located in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture. *The building has been renovated in a modern style, so it is highly recommended for those who like modern Japanese-style inns. *I visited in early March, and enjoyed the snow-viewing bath that I had been longing for. *There was a lounge in the building, and drinks and alcohol were provided free of charge. It was a very nice inn, and I would like to visit again at a different time of year! [Location] Ryugon [Room type] Classic A [Access] ・About 18 minutes on foot from Muikamachi Station ・About 4 minutes by taxi from Muikamachi Station Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ #Breathtaking view #Hot spring inn #Open-air bath in guest room #Snow scenery #Echigo Yuzawa sightseeing #Niigata Prefecture #Minamiuonuma #tripmemory2022

Hey everyone! Recently, I stumbled upon a super unique hotel during my travels—Longyan Hotel. It completely shattered my conventional understanding of accommodations and elevated my travel experience to the max. I absolutely have to share it with you all! 🏮 Unique Exterior and Layout Longyan Hotel is like a pearl, standing apart from the world. From the outside, it blends traditional Chinese architectural elements with modern design concepts. The overhanging eaves and brackets, along with the carved doors and windows, are full of ancient Eastern charm. The smooth lines and large glass curtain walls add a touch of modernity. Stepping inside, the courtyard-style layout is a pleasant surprise. Pavilions, terraces, rockeries, and ponds are scattered in a well-organized manner, with a new view at every turn, as if you're in a Jiangnan water town. Strolling through the courtyard, you can hear the murmuring of flowing water and the pleasant chirping of birds, instantly soothing the hustle and bustle of your heart. 🛏 Charming Rooms The rooms are a major highlight of Longyan Hotel. As soon as you open the door, you're greeted by a rich Eastern aesthetic. The room's decor features a large number of wooden elements, with the bed, wardrobe, and tables and chairs all exuding a natural luster. The calligraphy and traditional paintings hanging on the walls create a strong artistic atmosphere. The bedding is made of soft silk fabric, with a delicate touch that makes you feel like you're lying on a cloud. On the small tea table next to the bed, there is a traditional tea set. In your leisure time, brew a cup of fragrant tea and enjoy the beautiful scenery outside the window. What could be more pleasant? 🍜 An Eastern Feast for Your Taste Buds At Longyan Hotel, the food is not to be missed. The hotel's restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine, with each dish being a feast for the senses. The xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) for breakfast have thin skins and large fillings, with a delicious soup. The Kung Pao Chicken for lunch has tender chicken, crispy peanuts, and is spicy but not dry. The steamed sea bass for dinner is tender and smooth, retaining the original flavor of the fish. In addition to traditional Chinese dishes, the restaurant also offers seasonal specialties, allowing guests to taste different delicacies. 💁‍♂️ Meticulous Service The service at Longyan Hotel is top-notch. The staff is dressed in traditional Chinese clothing and are warm and attentive. From check-in to check-out, every step makes you feel cared for. They will patiently introduce the hotel's features and surrounding attractions to guests, and will also provide personalized services according to their needs. For example, preparing writing brushes, ink, paper, and inkstones for guests who like calligraphy, and preparing traditional handicrafts for children. My friends, if you are also interested in Eastern culture and want to experience a unique trip, Longyan Hotel is definitely your best choice. Here, you can not only enjoy comfortable accommodation and delicious food, but also gain an in-depth understanding of the charm of Eastern culture. Trust me, once you step into Longyan Hotel, you will be deeply attracted to it and reluctant to leave.

Located in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture, the area that receives the most snow in Japan, this traditional Japanese inn allows you to experience snow country. Renovated in 2019, the interior is beautiful and modern Japanese. There is a lounge with a hearth so you can stay comfortable even in winter, and there are snow activities available. It was a wonderful inn where you could enjoy winter life in snow country while being overwhelmed by the height of the snow walls. ୨୧――――――――――――――――――୨୧ information Name of facility📍 ryugon Address📍 1-6 Sakado, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture Access📍 20 minutes on foot or 6 minutes by taxi from JR Joetsu Line "Muikamachi Station" Check-in/out📍 15:00/12:00 ୨୧――――――――――――――――――୨୧ #winter play #ryugon #snowscape #snow country #Muikamachi #Minamiuonuma #Niigata trip #couple trip #girls trip

Minamiuonuma City, a small city in Japan, is not well-known, but it also hides many beautiful sceneries. Especially in winter, there are many ski resorts🎿, attracting many tourists. Here are some recommended attractions. ❄️Recommended Attractions Ski Resort: Minamiuonuma City is one of the areas with the highest snowfall in the world and has multiple ski resorts. ●Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort: One of the largest ski resorts on the Joetsu Line, with a rich variety of ski trails. You can reach Gala Yuzawa and Yuzawa Kogen from the top of the mountain. The facilities are complete, and there is also a half-pipe and a snowboard park, suitable for skiers of different levels and families. ●Muikamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort: With an altitude difference of about 800 meters and a downhill ski trail of 3,000 meters, it is one of the best ski trails in Japan. You can also enjoy various 11 ski trails, including powder snow, cat jumps, and parks. You can take the 81-seat cable car to the top of the mountain to enjoy the magnificent snow scene. ●Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort: One of the top super-large ski resorts in Japan, with 22 ski trails. The diverse ski slopes meet various needs from family skiing to experts. Among them, the Oyadani ski slope is an advanced ski trail with a maximum slope of 38 degrees. The ski resort has a snow park, a half-pipe, and a children's playground. ●Hot Spring: Onsen Gosho Ryugen:♨️An old hot spring hotel built by moving a samurai residence, with a history of 250 years. The rooms are spacious, with a courtyard for viewing in all seasons. You can see the sparkling pond outside the window when you open the window. The interior decoration of the hotel is full of historical heaviness and childlike fun. You can also find dial telephones, old pianos, and Chinese documents everywhere. Here you can enjoy the relaxation and comfort brought by the hot springs and experience the traditional hot spring culture of Japan. ●Other Attractions: Makino Tsuji: An old street in Shiozawa, Minamiuonuma City. There are magnificent snow mountains in the distance and open scenery nearby. Here is Aoki Sake Brewery, which is famous for the "Tsuru Age" series. Here you can taste sake and feel the unique charm of sake culture in Japan.

●Name Ryugon @Muikamachi Onsen ●Access 1-6 Sakado, Minamiuonuma City, Niigata Prefecture 🚗Private parking available ●Points "Onsen Onsen Ryugon" is a prestigious inn where the Ryuo Shogi tournament is held Renovated as "Ryugon" to be a very comfortable onsen inn♨️ The physical aspects are very good The check-in space is actually the main building, a nationally registered tangible cultural property The interior, which was relocated and renovated from a samurai residence, is stylish A sophisticated Japanese atmosphere spreads out The public spaces are equipped with relaxing items such as alcohol and snacks You can relax and forget about your daily life in the guest rooms, onsen, and public spaces #Domestic travel #Onsen #Niigata #Inn

*This is a traditional Japanese inn located in Minamiuonuma, Niigata Prefecture. *The building has been renovated to be modern, so it is highly recommended for those who like modern Japanese inns. *For food, you can enjoy ingenious kaiseki cuisine unique to snow country, named "Snow Country Gastronomy". It was a wonderful inn where you could learn about the life and food culture of snow country Niigata while eating. [Accommodation] ryugon [Room type] Classic A [Access] ・About 18 minutes on foot from Muikamachi Station ・About 4 minutes by taxi from Muikamachi Station Rating (out of 5): ★★★★★ #Breathtaking view #Hot spring inn #Open-air bath in guest room #Snow scenery #Echigo Yuzawa sightseeing #Niigata Prefecture #Minamiuonuma #tripmemory2022