What's it like in Hirao?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Yamanouchi's Hirao neighborhood has to offer. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Hirao? Consider a visit to Shiga Kogen Ski Area while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Hirao?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Tsubakino is one of the top choices for your stay in Hirao. This ryokan is a short 14-minute walk from Shibu, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Kumanoyu Hotel and Shibu Hotel .

How many hotels will I find in Hirao?

If you're searching for places to stay in Yamanouchi, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 92 Hirao hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Hirao, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Hirao.

What are the top things to see and do in Hirao?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Jigokudani Monkey Park, Mount Yokote, and Shibu. Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Ichinose Family Ski Area are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Hirao include Yakebitaiyama Ski Resort, Tanne no Mori Okojo Ski Resort, and Ichinose Diamond Ski Resort. While you're out sightseeing, Higashitateyama Gondola Lift and Okushiga Kogen Ski Area are a couple of additional sights to visit in Yamanouchi.

How can I get around Hirao and the greater Yamanouchi area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Yudanaka Station.

Hirao Hotels, Yamanouchi

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An outdoor hot tub area with a wooden deck, stone steps, and a glass enclosure.

1. Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

Hirao

Keigo

P6,857 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hot tub with a wooden interior and a view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

2. Hotel Higashidate

Hirao

Joseph K

P20,784 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and a tiled floor.

3. HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

Hirao

Aleksandr

P9,650 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a TV.

4. Shiganoyu Hotel

Hirao

Geoffrey

P13,253 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A wooden spa with a hot tub and a view of mountains.

5. Hotel Tsubakino

Hirao

Angus

P13,135 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hot spring area with a wooden interior, a concrete pool, and a view of trees and hills.

6. Shigakogen Milky Hot Spring Keikokunoyu

Hirao

Natalie

P26,109 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and large windows.

7. Shigakogen Hotel Ichibokaku

Hirao

Robert

P9,327 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A cozy indoor setting with a stone fire pit, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

8. Hotel Takimoto

Hirao

Dominic

P7,065 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An indoor swimming pool with wooden flooring and large windows.

9. Kumanoyu Hotel

Hirao

Jerome

P11,715 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hot spring bath area with a wooden fence and trees in the background.

10. Shibu Hotel

Hirao

Alistair

P19,467 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A tatami mat room with a low table and cushions, a television, and sliding doors.

11. Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

Hirao

テツヤ

P6,830 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A traditional Japanese onsen with stone baths and wooden barrels.

12. Shibu Onsen KOKUYA

Hirao

Evelyn

P36,414 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A traditional Japanese onsen with a bamboo ceiling, clear hot spring water, and surrounding rocks.

13. Wafu No Yado MASUYA

Hirao

Alex

P14,862 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A traditional Japanese garden with a pathway, rocks, and a building with a wooden exterior.

14. Kanbayashi Hotel Senjukaku

Hirao

Nancy

P34,271 total

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A spa area with a large wooden sliding door, a small wooden bench, and a tiled floor.

15. Shimaya

Hirao

Kristy

P7,929 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A wood-burning stove with a large, conical chimney, surrounded by bookshelves and a stone wall.

16. Ishinoyu Lodge

Hirao

Nathaniel

P13,650 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A traditional wooden bathhouse with a stone floor, a wooden bench, and a hot spring area with rocks and a wooden structure overhead.

17. Minshuku Miyama

Hirao

Riley

P7,283 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A traditional Japanese onsen with a wooden bathhouse, stone steps leading to the water, and a view of the sky at dusk.

18. Ryokan Suminoyu

Hirao

Benjamin

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, a window with blinds, and multiple showerheads.

19. Kidoike Onsen Hotel

Hirao

"This hotel is a traditional Japanese property and such the rooms and the food served in their restaurants are all keeping with the Japanese culture and traditions. There is an onsen, hot spring pools, on site to soak in. They have a great and friendly staff who were very helpful in many ways. The property is close to world class ski resorts and there are convenient transportation options to get around the area. I would recommend this hotel to those who love the outdoors and would appreciate an...

John

P11,723 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hot spring area with stone steps and a wooden fence.

20. Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei

Hirao

Ryan

P13,581 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Ishinoyu Lodge	2.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Shibu Hotel	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 234 reviews	View
Hotel Tsubakino	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 167 reviews	View
Shimaya	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 247 reviews	View

Where to stay in Hirao

Find the best Hirao areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A mountainous landscape with dense forests and a prominent peak.

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.

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Samusawa

Though Samusawa might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu.

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Sano

While visiting Sano, you might make a stop by sights like Shibu and Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park.

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Togari

Togari might not have many top sights, but Yudanaka Hot Spring and Shibu are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Yomase

If you're spending some time in Yomase, Shiga Kogen Ski Area and Dragon King Mountain Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Top Hirao Hotel Reviews

Wafu No Yado MASUYA

10/10 Excellent

"We had a lovely family stay at this ryokan in Shibu Onsen. Our room was river-view, with a beautiful sitting area. It was also a half-board rate, which meant we got to enjoy traditional Japanese breakfast and dinner each day. The public bath I used was lovely, especially the outdoor area. We also used the private onsen as a family, which was great! Easy to walk around town, and the shuttle service to the train station and the snow monkeys was very helpful. The staff were so hospitable and kind, we felt very cared for during our stay."

Kanbayashi Hotel Senjukaku

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second time staying here. We come to Japan every few years because my wife loves the snow monkeys. The staff here was very helpful and communicated clearly. They'll arrange shuttle pickup from the Yadanaka local station because it can be hard to find of you're not familiar with the area. You really should get the half board and do traditional Japanese breakfast and breakfast. It is a peaceful and intimate look into traditional Japan. You can see the pride taken in the work. We will stay here every time we come to Japan."

Shimaya

10/10 Excellent

"While this is an older hotel, it is clean, things are in working order, and rather charming and unique. For example, I had a large room with a small patio that offered a beautiful view of the city. It’s in a quaint quiet town with gorgeous views of the mountains surrounding the town. I appreciated the thoughtful touch of hot green tea. The thermos amazingly kept the water hot even till the next morning. Because I went during « low » season in May, I was able to enjoy the onsen to myself ! The host/owner is a sweet man. It is rather expensive for one night but I did not regret my stay. I did get plenty of exercise being on the fourth floor with no elevator."

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1. Club Wyndham Shirakabaso Shigakogen

2. Hotel Higashidate

3. HOTEL Shiga Sunvalley

4. Shiganoyu Hotel

5. Hotel Tsubakino

6. Shigakogen Milky Hot Spring Keikokunoyu

7. Shigakogen Hotel Ichibokaku

8. Hotel Takimoto

9. Kumanoyu Hotel

10. Shibu Hotel

11. Sachinoyu Hotel Shiga Kogen

12. Shibu Onsen KOKUYA

13. Wafu No Yado MASUYA

14. Kanbayashi Hotel Senjukaku

15. Shimaya

16. Ishinoyu Lodge

17. Minshuku Miyama

18. Ryokan Suminoyu

19. Kidoike Onsen Hotel

20. Shibu Onsen Ichinoyu Katei

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Where to stay in Hirao

Shiga Highlands

Samusawa

Sano

Togari

Yomase

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Wafu No Yado MASUYA

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