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Togatta Onsen, located one hour by car from Sendai City, is an adult forest Onsen resort situated within the expansive woods of Miyagi Zao Quasi-National Park.

竹泉荘 CHIKUSENSO ONSEN is a Resort Hotel with 30 Rooms located 2 hours by bullet train from Tokyo, nestled in a 20,000-tsubo national park at the foot of Mount Zao.

Ryutendo Bekkan Kanzan Chogetsu offers each Room with a unique charm, and from the open-air bath in the Room, you can enjoy the beautiful nature of the four seasons. Forget your daily life and spend your time freely in the rich nature of Kawasakimachi and Aone.

This Accommodation, dedicated to beauty and wellness, features a rare blended private hot spring source in the Tohoku region. The slightly amber-colored, gentle water leaves your skin smooth and radiant. Meals made with plenty of fresh vegetables from southern Miyagi let you savor the best local flavors. The calm, traditional Japanese-style tatami rooms are ideal for groups and families and come equipped with a humidifying air purifier. The Onsen uses 100% natural spring water with no added water or heating, offering benefits for beautiful skin and weight management, while the large public bath and open-air bath overlook Zao’s magnificent natural scenery.

Free private baths, barrier-free guest rooms, and the starry sky of Miyagi Zao from the top-floor rooms are very beautiful. Experience the high-quality Onsen blended from six sources, exquisite cuisine and drinks, and the land loved by the Date family surrounded by the mountains of Aone.

A long-established Ryokan with a history of around 300 years, watching over Zao Onsen through the ages. In the detached annex villa “HINA-KURA,” a traditional storehouse has been fully renovated into a private retreat, featuring an open-air bath in your Room with free-flowing hot spring water direct from the source. Enjoy an exclusive stay in a Room with a dignified presence shaped by history. Savor our own natural hot spring that continues to flow after centuries, along with beautifully presented mountain delicacies, and spend a refined holiday in a nostalgic space where traditional beauty and innovative design coexist.

Located on a hill in Zao Onsen, Yamagata Prefecture, the traditional accommodation "Wakamatsuya" is associated with Mokichi Saito, a renowned local poet. Established in 1655 (Meireki 1), it is one of the most historic accommodations in Zao Onsen and has been cherished by many guests over the years. Enjoy the luxurious natural onsen with 100% pure spring water flowing directly into our "Large Stone Carved Open-Air Bath." Relax in guest rooms offering views of Mount Zao, one of Japan's top 100 mountains. Savor seasonal Yamagata cuisine and experience heartfelt hospitality for a truly soothing stay.

I started this Property because I enjoyed meeting people in this area. Hearing our guests say, "I came back again," makes us truly happy. Our entire team has thought about providing the kind of hospitality that makes you think, "I wish this existed." Perhaps the small joys in life are what make traveling so delightful. We aspire to be a small Property where you can encounter small happiness... That is our wish at Daichu. Our cuisine theme at Daichu is to serve the seasonal flavors nurtured by our hometown in the most delicious way possible. From check-in to dinner, all beverages are complimentary. Please enjoy pairing them with our dishes. With 10 Rooms and 5 baths, we offer a luxurious experience. The three unique private baths are free to use and can be enjoyed at your convenience when available.

A small Resort Hotel in the style of a private villa, steeped in 600 years of history and the legacy of the Ichijō aristocratic family of Kyoto. In a private dining room with an open terrace overlooking forest and stream, savor Sanriku’s bounty from sea and mountains with all five senses. Soak in the hot spring source, rich with natural mineral deposits just as it was 600 years ago, then step beyond the 100-year-old “Ichijō Branch Door,” once standing near Shiroishi Station, into a hush like a sacred boundary—an unhurried moment to reflect on yourself.

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?

A designer resort designed by the world-renowned architect, the late Kenzo Tange. Its distinctive exterior and arched restaurant create a true resort atmosphere. The views from the upper floors are exceptional. Enjoy local flavors of Zao cuisine and a relaxing getaway with healing time at Zao Onsen.

A Property in the heart of Zao, perfect for fully enjoying the Zao Onsen experience. Located in the center of Zao Onsen, it offers an ideal location for trekking in summer and skiing in winter. Guests staying here can enjoy over 50 types of activities offered by the Takamiya Group Facilities and around the Zao area. The Onsen at Lucent Takamiya features 100% natural hot spring water, boasting the highest acidity among the famous Zao Onsen, known as the "beauty-enhancing water." For those who prioritize dining, enjoy a colorful Japanese kaiseki meal showcasing the culinary treasures of Yamagata, along with the highly popular and high-quality branded beef, "Yamagata Beef," prepared on a ceramic plate grill. Rooms are available in three distinct buildings, allowing you to choose according to your preferences and needs.