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You can enjoy two types of baths: a strongly acidic, milky-white Onsen and a colorless, clear, mildly alkaline bath.Why not take in Zao’s nature through the seasons and savor Yamagata’s seasonal ingredients?

The Onsen, known as "Bijin no Yu" derived from the legend of Ono no Komachi, is fully sourced from 100% natural hot springs. In October 2024, it will be renovated to include new room terrace open-air bath guest rooms, a bedrock bath utilizing Onsen heat, and the post-bath café "Anmapon," among other attractions. Enjoy creative cuisine featuring "Yonezawa Beef," one of Japan's top three wagyu, and seasonal ingredients from Yamagata.

A keyaki-wood Onsen Ryokan—beloved by Kenji Miyazawa and Torahiko Tamiya—crafted entirely from zelkova, a style that can no longer be recreated today. The historic Namari Onsen, first opened around 600 years ago, offers exceptionally high-quality waters recognized by selections such as “New Japan’s 100 Famous Hot Springs,” “Japan’s 100 Famous Hot Springs,” and “Japan’s Onsen Heritage.” Unusually even among well-known hot spring areas, the property has five source springs, and all four baths on site are luxurious 100% free-flowing natural spring water (kakenagashi). It is also known as “Namari-no-Yu,” featured in Kenji Miyazawa’s masterpiece *The Bears of Nametoko Mountain*, making this a special Accommodation where the story’s world and a historic Onsen come together. In 2025, the main building—of outstanding historical value—was designated a National Registered Tangible Cultural Property, allowing you to fully enjoy the beauty of traditional Japanese architecture as well. In particular, we highly recommend the 100% natural self-springing rock bath “Hakuen-no-Yu,” said to be Japan’s deepest—a superb bath that warms you through to your core.

A hot spring property with its own natural source, facing a beautiful mountain stream. Popular for its four private panoramic baths. Enjoy the "Japanese Half Buffet" featuring local ingredients to savor the flavors of Aizu. From spring to summer, the riverside dining "Kawa-doko" opens. Relish Kawa-doko cuisine under the moonlight while enjoying the sound of the stream and the refreshing breeze.

A Ryokan with its own natural Onsen source. The unique milky-white Onsen of Zao is strongly acidic with numerous benefits, and the sulfur aroma delights Onsen enthusiasts. With abundant water flow, it is, of course, 100% sourced directly. As the name suggests, enjoy the Onsen with all "five senses."

An Onsen accommodation where you can enjoy course meals featuring the rich ingredients of Fukushima, such as Fukushima beef, fresh seafood from Joban, and seasonal vegetables. Experience warm hospitality that embodies "ease of access, friendliness, and enjoyment," allowing you to relax without hesitation. The Onsen blends its own natural hot spring source with a municipal spring. Enjoy the seasonal views from the open-air bath on the top floor.

A small Accommodation in Dake Onsen with a charming Japanese ambiance reminiscent of the Taisho era. Our natural Onsen is 100% free-flowing from the source, piped in from the mountains at an elevation of 1,500 meters, and features a gentle simple acidic spring. Housed in an early Showa-era wooden building, the property offers just eight thoughtfully appointed rooms. Enjoy creative kaiseki cuisine made with seasonal ingredients, paired with renowned local sake from Fukushima. Relax and savor a quiet, soothing stay.

Known as the sky closest to the stars in Northeastern Tohoku, the mountainous highlands of Hachimantai. This highland resort allows you to enjoy moderate luxury in casual attire amidst vast and private natural surroundings. High-quality meat directly delivered from Yokosawa is a staple, but the specialty "Oobure Hormone Hotpot" is also a popular dish.

A 15-minute drive from Yamagata Station. Enjoy a cozy Onsen getaway at a fully indoor resort—comfortable in both sunny and rainy weather. Orchard × craft × café, a large bath with our own hot spring source, and beautifully presented dishes featuring Yamagata beef. In December 2022, the ofuro café opened inside the property! At Yuyu no Sato Yusa, our highlights—“the top-floor large bath with views of the Zao mountain range” and “Japanese set meals featuring Yamagata beef and Yonezawa beef”—are now enhanced with even more fun from the ofuro café.Guests can use the ofuro café for free before check-in from 10:30 on the day of arrival! Enjoy one of Tohoku’s largest collections with 8,000 books while sipping complimentary coffee or detox water. In our large sauna—the first in Yamagata Prefecture to offer self löyly—we also host heat-wave sessions using fruit aromas! Draft beer and fruit liqueurs are also free! A guest-only lounge is available—spend a relaxing time at Yuyu no Sato Yusa.

Located in the heart of Onogawa Onsen, the secluded retreat of Yonezawa, Tofuya Ryokan offers a barrier-free interior ensuring safety for wheelchair users and the elderly. Enjoy the 100% natural flowing Onsen and the renowned Yonezawa beef cuisine with your family.

A modern highland resort nestled in a majestic forest. The building's design is inspired by the railway tracks from Kenji Miyazawa's fairy tale "Night on the Galactic Railroad." From the top-floor observatory bath, you can enjoy views of seasonal mountains, while the open-air bath surrounded by trees offers a relaxing forest bathing experience.

A hidden forest retreat resort with the concept of "Becoming Beautiful, Staying Healthy, and Healing the Mind and Body."The milky white natural hot spring water flowing directly from a source at an altitude of 1,500 meters is known as "Bijin no Yu" (Beauty Hot Spring) for its skin-tightening and beautifying effects. Additionally, our "Ceramic Plate Bath," which is gentler than a typical sauna due to its low temperature and humidity, warms the body from the core, promoting recovery from fatigue, beauty and health, and anti-aging benefits.Enjoy a serene and relaxing space in private baths or guest rooms with open-air baths, where you can listen to the sounds of the forest and take in the seasonal scenery.

Hijiori Onsen is a hidden hot-spring retreat in Okura, Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture. For over 1,200 years since its opening, it has welcomed countless travelers, and our inn has carried on the spirit of therapeutic stays and heartfelt hospitality. From one of the few scenic open-air baths in Hijiori Onsen, you can gaze at Mt. Gassan, feel the gentle breeze, and soak in waters known for their warming comfort. Savor each dish that brings out the deep, rustic flavors of local ingredients—simple nourishment at its finest. We welcome you with Hijiori’s clear air, warm local kindness, and hospitality shaped through generations of connections.

Established in 1930, this accommodation takes pride in its cuisine, showcasing the charm of Mt. Gassan. Enjoy mountain village dishes that combine traditional vegetarian and wild vegetable cuisine with meat and fish, all prepared with safety, quality, and taste in mind. Relax in the "Ochimizu no Yu," known as the "Water of Rejuvenation" from ancient Japanese poetry, while admiring the seasonal beauty from six different baths. Unwind in a serene atmosphere where you can gaze at Mt. Gassan's nature or quietly enjoy reading—spend your own special "Tsutaya time."

The largest and most well-equipped hotel on the shores of Lake Towada. In the spacious public bath and open-air bath, you can enjoy two different atmospheres, Japanese and Western, depending on the time. Savor the seasonal flavors unique to the border of Aomori and Akita prefectures, made with fresh ingredients.

A traditional Japanese Ryokan entirely constructed from Aomori Hiba wood. The 100% natural hot spring water sourced from Sarukura Onsen is available for bathing 24 hours a day. There are four types of baths, including an indoor Aomori Hiba bath and an outdoor stone bath, all of which can be enjoyed within a day with a gender rotation system. Our signature kamameshi, made with scallops and sea urchins from Aomori's Mutsu Bay, is steamed right before your eyes, stimulating your appetite. Relax in a soothing space filled with the gentle aroma of wood.

A solitary property nestled along the stream of Ao Blue Valley. Enjoy four hot springs, seasonal countryside cuisine, and the gentle glow of lamps at night. With no TV and no mobile phone signal, relish the enchanting moments that can only be experienced in such an environment.

A long-established Ryokan in the Zao Onsen town with a proud history of over 1,000 years. The retro interior, filled with Taisho-era charm, features tatami flooring throughout the building. Enjoy our private hot spring source, producing an abundant 720 liters per minute, along with carefully crafted dishes made with delicious local ingredients.