Jinpyokaku Honten is beautiful in every way and I can’t recommend it more highly. If you stay here, you will be very fortunate. From the warmth of Michiko’s welcome to the exquisite, peaceful and very comfortable interiors, to the delicious and beautiful food (presentation and taste something else, even by Japan standards) to the onsen (Heaven). The quiet forest surrounds make for lovely walks. We met the lady owner at the end and she was beautiful, elegant and full of love. I can’t help feeling the whole of Jinpyokaku Honten has been blessed by her touch.

Heavenly place with amazing food for breakfast and dinner. Service is exceptional and so friendly. This is the most relaxing place I have ever stayed. If you are going to see the snow monkeys you cannot stay in a better place. Take the opportunity to walk to the old Onsen district to view lovely old buildings, shrines and public foot baths.

Had such a great stay here at this little gem. The service was excellent, the food was amazing, and the location can't be beat for the snow monkey park. And the onsen, it was marvellous. Don't get many mixed onsen nowadays and it was nice to finally be able to soak with my partner and friends (a robe is provided to enter the water for decency so dun worry).

Highly recommended and worth the detour from Hakuba/tokyo.