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Frequently asked questions

We have answered some of the most frequently asked questions in a Q&A format.
For questions not listed here, please contact us by phone at 025-784-2150.

About accommodation

About accommodation

Kokukanren is an abbreviation for the International Association of Tourist Ryokans (Japanese Inns). It is a group of 1,300 of Japan's leading, top-quality ryokans and hotels, proud of their superior facilities, environment, and service, promising guests a comfortable travel experience.

Yuzawa Toei Hotel is a hot spring inn that is a member of the National Association of Hot Spring Resorts. In Yuzawa Onsen, four inns, including Yuzawa Toei Hotel, have passed a rigorous screening process and are registered with the association.

[Japan Ryokan Association] The Japan Ryokan Association (Kokukanren) is an association of 1,300 of Japan's leading ryokans and hotels, proud of its top-notch facilities, environment, and service, promising guests a comfortable trip.
The Japan Association of Tourists (Kokukanren) aims to provide excellent accommodations for foreign tourists and promote international tourism by providing necessary guidance and training to improve the quality and stability of its member inns. In light of the founding principles of this association, it is desirable that member inns have excellent environments and facilities that can satisfy not only Japanese guests but also foreign tourists.

We can store your luggage between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. We will store your luggage before or after check-in within these hours. Lockers are also available on the first floor (winter season only).

  • Extra large size for 600 yen
  • Regular size for 500 yen

The room extension fee (late check-out or early check-in) is ¥1,100 (tax included) per room for every 30 minutes, or ¥2,200 (tax included) per hour.
Please inform the front desk if you wish to use this service.
*Due to system limitations, we kindly request that you settle your payment by 10:00 AM.

  • [In-room amenities] Hand towel, bath towel, toothbrush and toothpaste, hand soap, soap, yukata (Japanese robe), rinse-in shampoo, body soap, hairdryer.
  • [Bathroom] Hair dryer, shampoo and conditioner, body soap, cotton swabs, razor, tonic (men's bath only).
  • [Rental] Trouser press, mobile phone charger, etc.

You can use the following QR code payment and credit cards.
PayPay, auPay, RPay, d払い, VISA, JCB, American Express, UC, DC, NICOS, UFJ Card, MasterCard, etc. *The number of accepted card types may increase in the future. Please ask the front desk for details.

If you would like a massage, please inquire at the front desk.
Since we operate on a strict appointment-only basis (outsourced), booking in advance will save you from having to wait.
Please note that it gets especially crowded on weekends.

The massage at Yuzawa Toei Hotel is a full-body massage (40 minutes / 6,600 yen).
A relaxing massage can help you unwind both physically and mentally.

*Please pay the fee directly to the masseuse. (Cash only)

The refrigerator in the guest room is empty.
You are welcome to bring your own drinks, but they cannot be brought into the dining or banquet halls.
Tea (powdered tea) is provided in the guest rooms.
Additionally, vending machines for juice and alcohol are installed on each floor.

This hot spring inn welcomes solo travelers.
We have customers who use our services multiple times a month for sightseeing or business trips.
It is extremely popular.
For a hotel of international tourist hotel class, the price is exceptionally low.
It enjoys tremendous support.
We offer a variety of accommodation plans for single travelers.
*Please note that there may be days when this service is not available depending on the time of year or season you wish to make a reservation.

Until now, we have been putting away the futons at breakfast time,
We've seen an increase in guests who want to sleep in until check-out.
At Yuzawa Toei Hotel, not making up the futons is also considered part of the service.
Currently, staff will not enter your room until check-out time.

Both the riverside (town side) and the slopeside (mountain side) are
There are rooms where you can watch the Shinkansen (bullet train) go by.

Please request a room with a view of the Shinkansen (bullet train) when making your reservation.
Depending on the number of attendees on the day, we may not be able to fulfill your request.

Please note that requests are not guaranteed.

*Please note that we cannot guarantee a room with a view of the ski slopes during the winter season.

We offer a wide range of optional services (for an additional charge).
Depending on the service, reservations may be required several days in advance.
[Main Usage Examples]

  • birthday
  • Celebrations of milestone birthdays (60th, 70th, 77th, 80th, 88th, 90th, 99th birthdays)
  • Wedding anniversary
  • Congratulations on entering school, congratulations on graduating

In addition, we also offer surprise items such as overnight stays as gifts for your parents.
Please feel free to contact us.

Free Wi-Fi is available.

Umbrellas are available for rent at the front desk on the second floor. *Quantities are limited, so please feel free to ask a staff member for assistance.

This video streaming service was introduced on August 13, 2012.
You can instantly watch a variety of video content whenever you want.
We generally offer VOD services free of charge to all our guests.

  • [Viewing time] From C/IN (check-in) to C/OUT (check-out).
  • [VOD service]
    You can watch video content on the LCD TV in your room.
    In addition to foreign and Japanese films, we also have classic and nostalgic TV dramas and anime.
    Please experience our lineup of over 400 titles.
  • [Content holders, etc.]
    Toei Company, Ltd., Toei Animation Co., Ltd., Toei Video Co., Ltd., Toei Agency Inc., Shochiku Co., Ltd., Toho Co., Ltd., Kadokawa Pictures Inc., Index Holdings Inc.
  • Viewing restrictions may apply depending on the period or plan.
  • We can restrict access to adult content.
    If you wish to use this service, please inform the front desk in advance or at check-in.

About meals

About cuisine

A Japanese, Western, and Chinese buffet will be available in the banquet hall on the 4th floor.
Breakfast is served from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

*Depending on the number of guests on the day (if there are extremely few guests staying),
We may substitute a set meal instead of a buffet.
For Japanese set meals... 7:00 / 8:15-9:30

For set courses and other meals, please contact us in advance.
We will change the dish to a different one.
Please consult us in advance regarding any allergies (allergens).
We will do our best to accommodate your request.

We offer new rice as soon as it arrives.

The rice at Yuzawa Toei Hotel is served both in the evening and in the morning.
We use Shiozawa Koshihikari rice from Minamiuonuma.

This rice from Shiozawa is said to be the most delicious among the famous Koshihikari rice varieties from Minamiuonuma.

We have received the highest "Special A" rating (Japan Grain Association) in the rice taste ranking for 21 consecutive years.

Rice is also available for purchase at the shop.

Regarding the banquet venue

About banquet hall

We can accommodate banquets for groups of 10 to 250 people.
We will discuss options to suit your budget and needs.
Please feel free to contact us.

From company and group training sessions to student camps, tutoring centers, science experiment classes, and sports club retreats,
We have years of experience and expertise in all kinds of training camps.
The facilities and structure offer a high level of safety, as expected from an international tourist hotel.
The vast site includes a company-owned plaza.
You can also enjoy fireworks displays and campfires.
The area's largest open-air rock bath, the large public bath,
You can bathe many children at once.
Also, ski camps are popular during the winter months.
Yuzawa Toei Hotel is directly connected to the ski slopes.
It's a popular spot because it has excellent ski facilities.
Please feel free to contact us.

Our banquet halls can accommodate both Japanese and Western-style seating.
Our banquet halls can also be used for daytime events that do not involve overnight stays.
Our company is part of the Toei Group,
We can organize events that combine various types of events and performances.
Please feel free to contact us for a consultation.

We only host one wedding per day.
All of our hotel staff will provide you with heartfelt assistance.
Please feel free to contact us to discuss your budget, desired presentation style, and other details.

About the facilities inside the building

About facilities

Yes, there is a shop on the second floor.
We handle a wide range of products, including souvenirs, cosmetics, and clothing.
Opening hours: 8:00-10:00 / 15:00-21:00

  • We do not sell alcohol. Please use the alcohol vending machines on each floor or room service.
  • As this is a standalone establishment, please be aware that we cannot charge charges to your room.

A wheelchair is available inside the building. (Only one wheelchair is provided.)
I use it when I suddenly feel unwell.
Also, if you have mobility issues, please inform the front desk in advance.
We will prioritize factors such as the location of the guest rooms.
Also, there are stairs at the hotel entrance,
You can use the special elevator that goes up from the parking entrance.

Inside the Yuzawa Toei Hotel,
We have vending machines for alcoholic beverages such as beer, and juices.
The shop also sells snacks and appetizers.

Ice makers are located on the guest room floors (5th, 6th, and 7th floors).
It is available free of charge.

While we are not fully barrier-free, we strive to make our facilities as accessible as possible.
All floors can be accessed by elevator.
The maximum step is one, and there are no areas with two or more steps.
With assistance, it is possible to move around even in a wheelchair.
All guest room toilets are Western-style. Handrails are installed.

There are ping pong tables on the second floor, in the hot spring area.
Please inquire at the front desk if you wish to use this service.
【Fee】
30 minutes / 660 yen (tax included)

About bathing

About bathing

The Toei hot spring, which was excavated in 1958,
In order to provide a stable supply of hot spring water to the other six hot springs and the surrounding area,
The hot spring water has been distributed through a centralized hot spring management project since 1975.
(Now privatized)
As the owner of the hot spring source, the hotel boasts an abundant supply of hot spring water, and its bathing facilities are a space where you can truly experience the essence of hot springs.
The hot spring uses a combination of "free-flowing" and "recirculating" systems.
We always keep it new and clean.

One of the largest open-air rock baths in Joetsu.
These aren't just any ordinary rocks lying around.
The open-air bath on the men's side uses a large rock from Mt. Ukai, the Ichinomiya (first shrine) of Dewa Province.
The women's open-air bath uses a large rock from Mount Hakkai, a famous Japanese mountain with deep religious significance.
It's a very precious rock.
The open-air bath is surrounded by rocks.
It offers the delightful experience of bathing in a mountain hot spring.
The spacious, open-top bathing area allows you to enjoy a sky full of stars at night.
You can enjoy an open-air bath while watching the snow fall.

The price is 1,650 yen per adult and 770 yen per child (tax included).
You can use the bath with a face towel provided.
Bath towels are available for a fee (220 yen including tax).
It is available from 15:00 to 21:00.

*Please note that the service may not be available if it is booked for a private group or other event.
For more details, please visit our official website or contact us by phone.

The hot springs at Yuzawa Toei Hotel use a "recirculating" system.
Because the men's, women's, and open-air baths are all large, we use a circulation system in conjunction with the baths to maintain cleanliness and a comfortable temperature.

The hot spring management at Yuzawa Toei Hotel is as follows:

  • [Water added] Water is added because the source water temperature is high.
  • [Heating] The water is heated to maintain a suitable temperature for bathing.
  • [Circulation System] A circulation and filtration system is used to protect the hot spring resources and ensure hygiene.
  • [Hygiene Management] We use chemicals for hygiene management.

The large public bath is equipped with a hairdryer, shampoo and conditioner, body soap, cotton swabs, and body tonic (men's bath only).
Bath towels and other amenities are provided in your room.

We do not have family baths or private baths available for rent.
Each guest room has a separate bathroom (with shower).
Body soap, shampoo, and conditioner are provided in the bathroom.

Access and Parking Information

About access & parking

Customers can use the parking lot free of charge.
The Yuzawa Toei Hotel has the following parking facilities on its premises:

  1. Hotel front parking lot (30 private cars, 5 large buses)
  2. Parking Lot 2 (12 private cars)
  3. Parking Lot 3 (for 9 private cars)

During the winter months (January to March), some parking lots will be closed due to snow.
We may ask you to move your vehicle, so please inform the front desk of your license plate number if you are using the parking lot.

The open-air parking lot is very spacious, so it can accommodate hundreds of motorcycles.
The covered approach can accommodate parking for up to 6 cars.
Please note that there is a limited number of spaces available for the approach, so advance reservations are required.

There is a disabled parking space (Parking Lot 2) near the hotel elevator.
We can provide rooms that are wheelchair accessible or have easy access within the building, as well as non-smoking rooms.
If you have any concerns or requests, please do not hesitate to contact us.

We offer a free shuttle service between JR Echigo-Yuzawa Station and Yuzawa Toei Hotel.
Pick-up/drop-off service available from 9:00 to 18:00.

  • When you arrive at the station, please call the hotel.
  • Exit the ticket gate and go to the left → go up the stairs and go to the left → board the medium-sized bus at the designated waiting area for the inn shown in the image.
  • Due to the limited space in the station rotary, we are unable to accommodate long-term parking arrangements and therefore do not offer pre-arranged meetups. Thank you for your understanding.

It is 730m from JR Echigo-Yuzawa Station to Yuzawa Toei Hotel.
It's about a 7-10 minute walk or a 2 minute drive.

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The ski room on the first floor has separate changing rooms for men and women.
Rental skis and lift ticket exchanges are available from 8:00 AM onwards.
We are accepting applications.

You can freely use the parking lot from 8:00 AM on the day of your stay.
You can use the parking lot until 4 PM even after checking out.
Please inform the front desk if you wish to use the parking lot.
The parking lot at Yuzawa Toei Hotel is very large,
During the winter months, the number of available parking spaces is limited due to snowfall.
We have parking attendants on duty during the ski season,
Staff may not be available outside of the hotel's operating hours.
In that case, we apologize for the inconvenience, but please inform the front desk.
*We record the license plate number of all parked vehicles.

Yuzawa Toei Hotel is an affiliate of Toei Company, Ltd.
The hotel is operated by Toei Hotel Chain Co., Ltd.
There are three Toei Hotels in Japan: Niigata Toei Hotel, Yuzawa Toei Hotel, and Fukuoka Toei Hotel.

In the winter ski room, there are two types of lockers available.

  • [Free lockers]
    (For overnight stays only; available from 10:00 AM on the day of arrival until 10:00 AM on the day of check-out)
    These lockers are for storing skis (or snowboards) and boots, so they can't accommodate very large items.
  • [Paid lockers]
    For luggage that does not fit in the room or for use outside of check-in hours, please use the paid lockers.
    There are three sizes available. The price ranges from 400 yen to 800 yen depending on the size.

In conjunction with the opening of the adjacent Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort and Nunoba Family Slope, we plan to begin lunch service at our hotel restaurant.
Business hours: 11:45 AM - 2:00 PM (Sundays and the day before holidays)
*Please note that we may close for business depending on the circumstances.
We look forward to welcoming you during the ski season.

[Yuzawa Town]

  • Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort (the ropeway station is right in front)
  • Nunoba ski slope (3-minute walk)
  • Nunoba Family Ski Slope (adjacent)
  • Ipponsugi Ski Resort (10-minute walk)
  • GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort (10 minutes by car)
  • NASPA Ski Garden (10 minutes by car)
  • Iwahara Ski Resort (15 minutes by car)
  • Kandatsu Kogen Ski Resort (15 minutes by car)
  • Yuzawa Nakazato Ski Resort (15 minutes by car)
  • Nakazato Snow Resort (15 minutes by car)
  • Kagura Ski Resort (40 minutes by car)
  • Naeba Ski Resort (50 minutes by car)

[Minamiuonuma City]

  • Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort (15 minutes by car)
  • Cent Leisure Maiko (15 minutes by car)
  • Ishiuchi Hanaoka Ski Resort (20 minutes by car)
  • Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort (25 minutes by car)
  • Chateau Shiozawa Ski Resort (25 minutes by car)
  • Rokkamachi Hakkaisan Ski Resort (60 minutes by car)

During the winter season, we accept packages for delivery in the ski room on the first floor.
*During the summer months, we will keep your luggage at the front desk.
Please bring your receipt with you when you pick up your order.
Alternatively, please provide the sender's name.
*If possible, please write your planned stay date in the item description section (where you write what the contents are) on the shipping label.