Matsumoto Honbako is a striking boutique hotel in Asama Onsen, a peaceful hot spring village just 15 minutes from Matsumoto's city centre. The property's design elegantly merges contemporary aesthetics and traditional Japanese elements, with minimalist interiors that expose natural building materials. The spacious guest rooms at Honbako are thoughtfully curated, each offering a unique concept inspired by Japanese culture and literary themes. All rooms feature large windows with stunning views of the village and surrounding Japanese Alps and private Onsen baths, ideal for a post-walk soak. Guest facilities include Onsen baths that draw from the area's thermal waters, a guest bar and restaurant, a library stocked with art and literature and an adjacent bakery and gift shop. Dine on artfully presented seasonal Nagano produce at the onsite restaurant.