Matsumoto Jujo
Evening courtyard with outdoor seating, umbrellas, stone path and illuminated ryokan entrance in Nagano
Spacious room with low futon on wooden platform and panoramic windows framing Nagano mountain views
Bedroom with bed, lounge chairs and floor-to-ceiling window overlooking garden at Matsumoto Jujo, Nagano
Indoor tiled onsen facing Matsumoto city and distant mountains in Nagano
Dusk lakeside castle silhouette beside Matsumoto Jujo in Nagano Prefecture
Winding stone path and lush greenery leading to Matsumoto Jujo entrance in Nagano Chūbu region
Interior lounge with wooden tables, bookshelves and potted palms at Matsumoto Jujo, Nagano, Chūbu

Matsumoto Jujo

9.3
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 9.3/10, based on 233 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 11:00 AM
Hot Spring Town Mountain Setting Countryside Escape Private Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath
Staff 9,7/10
Facilities 9,6/10
Cleanliness 9,7/10
Comfort 9,6/10
Value for money 8,7/10
Location 8,7/10

Ryokan highlights

Design-led hot spring stay in Matsumoto’s Asama Onsen with books, baths, and standout dining.

Asama Onsen SettingSet in Matsumoto’s Asama Onsen district, offering a calmer base beyond downtown.
Private Open-Air BathsSome rooms feature private open-air cypress baths using Asama Onsen hot spring water.
Book-Filled StayIts signature book-focused concept adds curated shelves and a distinctive intellectual atmosphere.
Memorable DiningGuest reviews repeatedly praise breakfast and dinner as memorable parts of the stay.
Stylish, Quiet RoomsRooms are widely praised for comfort, cleanliness, and a serene modern-traditional feel.
Thoughtful HospitalityReview patterns strongly highlight warm, attentive service and smooth overall guest experience.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining and private in-room onsen are the strongest stay drivers here: arrive by mid-afternoon, check in at the cafe, soak before dinner, sleep in Asama Onsen, enjoy breakfast, and either continue to Matsumoto sights or leave toward Kamikochi/Takayama the next day. A second night works if you want a slower town-and-onsen rhythm, but the immediate area is not dense enough for most travelers to justify longer stays.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a design-led onsen stay in Asama Onsen for 1–2 nights, especially if you want private in-room bathing and a relaxed Matsumoto side trip rather than a highly convenient station base.

Know before booking

Not station-sideAccess is via bus or taxi from Matsumoto Station, so it is less efficient than staying near the station.
Split-site logisticsCheck-in and parking are separate from the guest-room address, and some roads are narrow.
Limited immediate areaAsama Onsen is pleasant but small; many travelers may overstay beyond two nights.

Food & drinks

Verified Asama Onsen ryokan complex with two named on-site restaurants and an on-site bar focused on local gastronomy, breakfast, dinner, cider, sake, and wine.

Dining 367 (on-site)
on-site

Main dining venue for Shinshu-focused Japanese breakfast and dinner.

  • Shinshu breakfastfoodJapanese breakfast served on site.
  • Local gastronomy dinnerfoodSeasonal Shinshu-style dinner course.
  • Fresh bakery breadspecialtyBread supplied from Alps Bakery.
  • Nagano regional flavorsspecialtyCuisine reflecting local climate and culture.
Alps Table (on-site)
on-site

Family-friendly Shinshu Italian restaurant in Koyanagi.

  • Shinshu Italian coursefoodNatural Italian dinner course.
  • Additive-free dishesspecialtyMade without additives or chemical seasonings.
  • Breakfast servicefoodOn-site breakfast is available here.
  • Bakery breadfoodBread from the property's bakery.
Honbako Bar (on-site)
on-site

Lobby bar with beer, cider, wine, and sake.

  • Original hard ciderdrinkHouse hard cider from the property.
  • Craft beerdrinkDraft and craft beer selection.
  • Japanese sakedrinkWide range by the glass.
  • WinedrinkBottles and glasses available.

Access, transport and nearby sights

Matsumoto Jujo is a verified ryokan complex in Asama Onsen, best reached via Matsumoto Station and then a local bus or short taxi ride.

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Should you choose this ryokan?

Matsumoto Jujo is a distinctive design-led onsen stay in Asama Onsen, Matsumoto, combining a bookish adults-leaning atmosphere with family-friendly options in a multi-building complex. It is a strong choice for travelers who want an immersive, stylish ryokan experience, but less ideal if you want maximum convenience or a classic all-in-one ryokan layout.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Private open-air bath in every roomA major draw here is that all rooms come with their own open-air bath fed by natural hot spring water, so you can soak in privacy instead of relying only on shared baths.
  • Two very different stay stylesThe property combines Matsumoto Honbako and Koyanagi, letting guests choose between a more design-forward, book-centered atmosphere and a softer family-friendly hotel feel.
  • Great for book and design loversMatsumoto Honbako stands out for curated bookshelves, contemporary interiors, and a quieter mood that feels more like a cultural retreat than a standard ryokan.
  • More than just a place to sleepThe complex includes a bookstore, bakery, shop, dining venues, a bar, brewery, and cafés, which makes the stay feel like a small lifestyle hub rather than a single-building inn.
  • Strong fit for families with childrenKoyanagi offers family-friendly rooms and practical baby gear such as cribs, toys, wipes, diaper disposal items, and extra towels, which is unusually thoughtful for an upscale onsen stay.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Layout is less convenient than a typical ryokanThis is a spread-out, multi-site concept with reception, rooms, cafés, and parking in separate spots, so it can feel less seamless than a conventional ryokan where everything is under one roof.
  • No on-site parking at the main lodging areaGuests generally park near the reception café and then walk to the hotel, which may be inconvenient if you have heavy luggage, mobility concerns, or arrive in bad weather.
  • Not ideal if you want old-school ryokan simplicityMatsumoto Jujo leans heavily into modern design, branding, and a lifestyle concept, so travelers seeking a more traditional, classic ryokan mood may find it less authentic in feel.
  • Some areas may be awkward for limited mobilityAlthough there are universal rooms and some accessible features, the broader historic property concept includes stairs and a town-walk element that may not suit every guest equally well.
  • Honbako may feel too quiet or stripped back for someThe book-hotel side is intentionally calm and even lacks televisions, which can be a plus for some guests but a downside if you prefer a more conventional in-room entertainment setup.

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