Kokuya
Sukiya (Tea House)-Style Ryokan Founded 400 Years Ago, Close to Jigokudani Wild Monkey Park.
Located in the center of Shibu Onsen which boasts a 1300-year history. Perfect for making the rounds to Shibu's public baths. Kokuya's proprietor is automatically bestowed the title "Ichizaemon", and the current proprietor is the 16th generation. The inn has 6 of their own unique onsen sources. The plentiful onsen flow and nouveau kaiseki-style cuisine featuring locally-sourced ingredients are the inn's main draws. At the entrance to the banquet room is a window embedded in the floor looking down to one of the onsen sources bubbling up to the surface.