This article is a summary research guide focusing on official information as of 2026-08-16.This is not an actual accommodation coverage article. Please check the guest house opening hours, cat interaction, and cafe opening hours before making a reservation.
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LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe (LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe) in Minowa-cho, Kamiina-gun, Nagano Prefecture is a guesthouse and cafe where you can enjoy the Satoyama environment. The official website introduces things you can do at the inn, such as “interaction time” with two cats and an interaction experience using cat treats.
- An inn where you can interact with two cats
- Guest house that opens mainly in the summer
- Focusing on the nature and experiences of Satoyama
- Access to Higashiminowa, Minowa Town
- Suitable people/People you want to check
- Basic information
- Location and Google Maps
- Summary
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An inn where you can interact with two cats
It’s important that not only is there a cat, but that the official website specifies the times for petting. For this reason, the classification is B “inside the inn, where you can interact in a dedicated space.”Please follow the instructions on the day regarding where and when to interact with the cat, and do not give them any food you have brought with them.
The explanation that a cat visits the guest room cannot be confirmed, so it is not classified as A.Even though meeting the cat is a fun part of your trip, it’s important to avoid waking the cat when it’s resting or asking it to sit in the same position for photos.
Guest house that opens mainly in the summer
According to the official information, the guest house is basically open during the summer. Rather than heading to the hotel thinking that it is a hotel open all year round, please check the reservation page or contact the inn to see if it is accepting accommodations on your desired date. You should also be careful if the business days of the cafe and accommodation are different.
Guesthouses have different facilities and ways of spending time than traditional inns, which mainly have private rooms. Please check the guest room type, shared areas of the bathroom/toilet, meals, bedding, and lights out time before making a reservation. If you have a cat allergy, you will need to discuss with us directly whether the two cats have a range of activities and whether there are any areas where cats are not allowed.
Focusing on the nature and experiences of Satoyama
LongHills offers a stay where you can not only interact with cats but also get in touch with the local area and nature. If you combine walking around the area and spending time at cafes so that you can have fun even when the cat is not around, you can make your trip less dependent on the cat’s convenience.
The cat treat experience is under the management of the accommodation. Treatment may be canceled depending on the cat’s health condition. Please follow the staff’s instructions and do not give additional commercially available treats or repeat the amount given by other guests without knowing it.
Access to Higashiminowa, Minowa Town
The location is 331-2 Higashiminowa, Minowa-cho, Kamiina-gun, Nagano Prefecture. There is access information on the official website, but public transportation options are limited depending on the season and time of day. Be sure to check the route from the nearest station or bus stop, whether there is a shuttle service, and road conditions in winter when making a reservation.
If you are visiting by car, please check in advance where you can park and what time you can arrive. In mountainous areas, it can be difficult to find landmarks after sunset, so it’s best to plan your check-in time with plenty of time.
Suitable people/People you want to check
Suitable people
- People who want to interact with two cats according to the information at the inn
- People who like the atmosphere of Satoyama and small guesthouses
- People who can enjoy nature and cafes even when they can’t meet cats
People who need confirmation before booking
- People who wish to visit the cat’s guest-room
- People who are looking for year-round operation or exclusive hotel-style facilities
- People who travel only by public transportation, people who are allergic to cats
Basic information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Facility name | LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe (LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe) |
| Location | 331-2 Higashiminowa, Minowa-cho, Kamiina-gun, Nagano 399-4602 (local address: 〒399-4602 長野県上伊那郡箕輪町東箕輪331-2) |
| Cat | Two cats |
| Distance with cats | Official B guides you through interaction time |
| guest-room visits | unconfirmed with current information |
| Business | The guest house is open mainly during the summer. Please confirm your desired date |
| Phone | 0265-93-0638 |
| Official website | LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe (LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe) |
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LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe (LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe)
〒399-4602 長野県上伊那郡箕輪町東箕輪331-2
Summary
LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe (LongHills Eco Guesthouse & Cafe) is an inn where you can officially interact with two cats and spend a relaxing time in the Satoyama area of Minowa Town. While it is easy to see how close you are to cats, this is not an inn you would choose for guest-room visits.
Please check the summer operations and common use of facilities, and follow the management of the inn regarding cat snacks. By making your stay in nature the main focus, you can enjoy the day at this inn, including the time when the cat is resting.
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