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Hotel • 400-13 Higashisainami, Nagano, 388-8001, Japan

4.8(44 reviews)

Kid-friendly

A Warm Book Hotel in Nagano, "Kanjya"

Located in a quiet residential area in Nagano city, "Kanjya" is a heartwarming book hotel renovated from a 100-year-old historical folk house. This inn, filled with the charm of books and hospitality, has become a hidden gem where you can spend a healing time.

Intellectual and Serene Atmosphere

As you enter the entrance, you will find a pleasant space where you can fully appreciate the goodness of books. The warm interior of the wood and the comfortable sofa surrounded by books will greet you. In the atmosphere of retro modern reminiscent of the Taisho era, you can spend a relaxing time.

Hospitality of the Owner Couple

The couple who run "Kanjya" embody the hospitality cultivated from many years of running a pension. They welcome you with homemade desserts and warm words at check-in, and generously tell you about the surrounding tourist spots. Their proud soup and fruits are prepared for breakfast, allowing you to start your day in a relaxing space.

Access and Nearby Attractions

"Kanjya" is about a 15-minute drive from Nagano Station and is also close to Nagano IC. It has good access to famous historical sites and hot spring areas in the prefecture. There are also scattered restaurants within walking distance, making it a convenient location.

For those who want to spend a relaxing time in a healing space surrounded by books, the book hotel "Kanjya" is recommended. It will surely create unforgettable memories deeply engraved in your heart.

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Reviews

5(3 months ago)

Vincenzo C

The friendliest and most accommodating hosts we had throughout our entire trip to Japan. The rooms were clean and lacked nothing. There was also a small bathtub where you could warm up after a winter day. There are many shopping options nearby. You can reach the city center by bus in 20 minutes. We highly recommend this accommodation.

5(5 months ago)

Jon B

Wonderful hospitality by the couple, especially the lady who was very friendly. You may be astounded by the modern Japanese architecture of this accommodation. I used a car and there was parking available. The lady went above and beyond in showing me around and giving advice!

5(7 months ago)

James Ang

Stayed at Nagano for 3 nights, and it was the best stay of our 14 day travel. The retired couple that ran the place was so friendly and hospitable it made us want to call them our godparents

5(6 months ago)

Vivien Johnston

Wonderful ‘home stay style’ four room hotel/bed and breakfast. Delightful hosts who go out of their way to make you feel welcome. It reminded me of staying with my grandmother when I was a young girl. Our every need was met and exceeded. The best food in Japan. Fresh local fruits and fantastic homemade breakfast soups. They accommodated my gluten free needs and we communicated well despite our Japanese that was limited to about three words, thanks to their English and enthusiasm. Beautiful new warm Japanese home with some antique sliding doors. Lovely woodwork and all kept spotlessly clean. A kitchen shared with the other guests and beautiful ensuite rooms with comfortable beds and Japanese ‘hot tubs’ for one. Bathe like a ‘snow monkey’ they explained. The location gives the opportunity to see Japanese life as the kids pass by in the mornings walking or biking to school and the local farms provide fresh produce. There’s convenient off street parking or a short walk to the bus into Nagano Station. The lovely hosts will help you with your transportation questions and needs. Stay here. It will be a highlight of your Japanese vacation.

5(7 months ago)

Koen Manusama

Nothing more than amazing! The hosts, the location, the area that is Nagano. We absolutely fell in love with this place and Nagano! The hosts are one-of-a-kind amazing! And the quality of everything, from the rooms, the service, the water bottle, the small breakfast is superb! Run by a wife and husband that we would love to call family, it is nothing more than a 100% recommendation if you are in the area or make a detour please! Because for Nagano I can only say: visit it! We ate delicious unique oyaki at Oyaki Farm around the corner (recommend doing the Tour, recommend to make a detour to eat it), visited the amazing Shrines of Togakushi Okusha and drank amazing coffee (plus drip bags) at 戸隠珈琲豆焙煎工房「き楽珈琲」and ate delicious Katsudon at Meijitei (and bought the sauce). We stayed for 2 days, but it made our whole travelling complete. Next time we will stay longer to find our rest, so we will for sure be back. Please visit this place. Although the location needs some traveling to reach it, it is doable! We got out of Shinoi Station and took a cab for 12 mins (costs 2400 JPY). Alternatively you can take a bus from Nagano station, but it is a local bus and takes 35 minutes (costs 480 JPY). Keep in mind you can only pay buy cash and there is no refund as is how the Japanese bus works. A good pdf can be found online on how to use a Japanese local bus ;) (get a ticket at entry, and pay when exiting but throwing your ticket and money in a box :P)

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