Hirao Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Stay near popular Hirao attractions
Activities
Tunnel of Light and Art Landscapes from Nagano and Nozawa
NZ$265
per adult
Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour
NZ$223
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Obuse: Make Your Own Miso at a 240-Year-Old Brewery
NZ$281
per adult
Private Nagano 1-Day Tour:Snow Monkeys,Zenko-ji,Obuse,Sake,Onsen
NZ$1,065
per adult
Kusatsu: Hot Spring Culture Walk at Yubatake & Sainokawara
NZ$273
per adult
Snow Monkeys and Obuse Private Sake and Miso Brewery Experience
NZ$632
per adult
Our pick of the best Hirao Hotel Deals
Hotel Tsubakino
Hirao, Yamanouchi-machi Yamanouchi Nagano-ken
The price is NZ$382 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
NZ$382
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this ryokan in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Shibu Hotel
2173 Hirao Yamanouchi Nagano-ken
The price is NZ$490 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$490
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this ryokan in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (238 reviews)
"Superb location in a gem of a village"
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026
Kumanoyu Hotel
Hirao7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is NZ$339 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
NZ$339
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Stay at this ski hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey ...
8.2/10 Very good! (32 reviews)
"I liked how traditional and authentic it is. We stayed in jan26 and the staff are amazing Totally recommend"
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen
7148 Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is NZ$194 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$194
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay here! The buffet breakfast and dinner included were great and provided a vast range of Japanese, Western and Italian options. The staff went above and beyond to welcome us and our ten month old baby. The rooms were well maintained and spacious for Japan. Gorgeous location, ..."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026
Yudanaka Ryokan Hakura
Hirao 4123-47 Yamanouchi
The price is NZ$414 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$414
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stay at this spa ryokan in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Yudanaka Hot Spring ...
8.4/10 Very good! (32 reviews)
"We couldnt have asked anything better. Great room amazing staff and easily walkable to the train, resturants and conveince store. Highly recommended"
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Takimoto
7149 Hirao Yamanouchi Nagano
The price is NZ$523 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
NZ$523
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Yamanouchi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Jigokudani Monkey Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (28 reviews)
"Water stains in the curtains and lamp, old stains carpets and a balcony that looks like it’s going to crumble. If you haven’t pre-ordered dinner, they won’t let you order on the spot and there aren’t any restaurant options nearby. Definitely do not stay here in the summer and even if you’re coming ..."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Hirao
Find the best Hirao areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Shiga Highlands
Shiga Highlands is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Hasuike Ski Area.
Sano
While visiting Sano, you might make a stop by sights like Shibu and Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park.
Yomase
If you're spending some time in Yomase, Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Dragon King Mountain Park are top sights worth seeing.
Togari
Togari might not have many top sights, but Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Samusawa
Samusawa might not have many top sights, but Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
