Around Sanbongi Lake × Accommodation For Enjoying Autumn FlavorsRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

0 minutes from JR Yamagata Station. This is a prestigious city hotel with excellent accessibility and diverse urban functions. Spacious public areas and guest rooms with a bright and soft atmosphere equipped with the latest facilities. Enjoy high-grade comfort and the largest banquet hall in Yamagata. Additionally, adjacent to the Espal Yamagata shopping center, you can fully enjoy a sophisticated and charming hotel life.

Conveniently located in the city center with excellent access for both business and sightseeing. Guest rooms are spacious and designed for you to stretch out and relax, and the Hotel also features a mini lounge area where you can take a break with complimentary drinks. For breakfast, we offer a buffet with a wide selection of Japanese and Western dishes, including Yamagata local specialties and the Hotel’s original curry. Artwork such as paintings and sculptures is displayed throughout the building, creating a classic, calming atmosphere.

Awarded a spot in the "Top 100 Hotels and Ryokans in Japan Chosen by Professionals" for 40 consecutive years. Our cuisine, featuring A5-grade Yonezawa Beef and Yamagata Beef, Japan's top-rated rice "Tsuyahime," and fresh vegetables directly sourced from contracted farmers, is highly praised by our guests. The lobby exudes rich Japanese ambiance, and there is a Kyoto-style restaurant on-site. Within the premises, you can find the remains of a 1,300-year-old Sue ware kiln, which is the origin of the establishment's name and is designated as a cultural property of the prefecture. Guests can enjoy painting on Raku ware, and the gallery inside the facility displays over 3,000 works by prominent figures from various fields. In addition to the open-air bath on the first floor, there is a private open-air bath on the third floor for complete privacy, and an observation open-air bath on the eighth floor offering views of the Zao mountain range to the east. Our cuisine highlights the local flavors of Yamagata, with specialties such as Yonezawa Beef steak, sukiyaki, Onsen-steamed shabu-shabu, and Yamagata's famous imoni stew, all of which are highly popular.

Yamagata International Hotel offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere to provide guests with a relaxing experience. Located just a 7-minute walk from Yamagata Station East Exit, we invite you to enjoy a comfortable space away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Experience heartfelt service as we welcome you with care. Enjoy moments of tranquility during your stay.

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.

A property where nostalgic Japan meets modern sensibilities, Yamagata Kaminoyama Onsen - Hayamakan. We welcome you with a traditional Japanese ambiance, seasonal pride dishes, and heartfelt hospitality.

A tranquil hideaway exclusively for adults with 14 rooms, "Oyado Mori no Ne."With a climate of stark temperature differences, fertile soil that nurtures abundant fields, rich ingredients full of natural flavors, and serene mountain landscapes.At "Oyado Mori no Ne," we express the essence of Yamagata's culture, accumulated since the Jomon era, with a modern touch.Cherishing the forest, "Oyado Mori no Ne" embraces a new concept: "A Property that is comfortable for both the forest and people." We are committed to initiatives that are kind to the forest and the natural environment.Escape the busyness of daily life and immerse yourself in the unique world of the forest. Enjoy a stay that is gentle on nature and people, offering a truly relaxing experience.

Welcome to Tsuki no Ike.In our softly lit lounge, you can relax on a variety of uniquely designed sofas. Gentle music invites you into a calm, unhurried time.Please enjoy your stay in Kamiyama at your leisure.

Luxurious spaces with distinct themes on each floor.Enjoy a relaxing time in the spacious Room.With only 18 rooms, we provide personalized hospitality for each guest.

A highland Property nestled in the serene forests and by the lakeside of Zao Onsen. The "Hanare-yu Hyakuhappo" offers a unique Zao Onsen experience with its sulfuric aroma and milky white waters welcoming you with a warm "welcome." Enjoy the open-air bath, indoor bath, and foot bath while taking in the breathtaking views of the Zao mountain range and Ryuzan. Savor exquisite dishes prepared to perfection using seasonal ingredients, including Yamagata beef, offering a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The renovated Rooms, such as the Junior Suite and Japanese-style Deluxe Twin, provide a luxurious space to unwind and rejuvenate from your travels. Surrounded by the nature of Zao, indulge in a refined and elegant moment.

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.

Enjoy a Japanese meal featuring Yamagata beef and seasonal ingredients. A small, nostalgic accommodation where you can relax and feel at ease. The lobby, with its gentle colors, offers a space of soft tranquility.

Sanso Rai Mikiya is a single-story retreat that blends into the surrounding countryside, where time flows at an unhurried pace. Rebranded and reopened in January 2020, it welcomes you as a peaceful rural Accommodation that brings out the true beauty of life in Yamagata. Savor meals featuring “satoyama harvests” from our own garden and rice fields, unwind in free-flowing hot spring baths, and spend a relaxing stay in traditional Japanese spaces that invite you to slow down and follow your heart. We look forward to welcoming you to an irreplaceable stay—one that may bring back something you had almost forgotten.

A Property where you can enjoy exquisite Yamagata beef cuisine served in your Room. The luxurious Japanese-Western style Room stands out for its spaciousness and excellent Facilities, with perfect barrier-free accessibility. From the open-air bath on the 7th floor, you can take in panoramic views of seasonal landscapes and the townscape of Kaminoyama, with private use available during certain times. We offer ingredients nurtured by Yamagata's nature at reasonable prices and continue to serve breakfast and dinner in your Room to bring smiles to our guests' faces.

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.

A newly renovated Japanese-modern Ryokan in Zao Onsen. Surrounded by nature, this Ryokan features a harmonious blend of traditional charm and modern design in a Japanese-style space. All Rooms are non-smoking and designed with functional Japanese-modern aesthetics. Enjoy the renowned historic hot spring of Zao Onsen, one of the most famous in the Tohoku region, and savor Yamagata's specialty dishes, including the "Yaki Shabu Zen." Experience the warmth of natural wood and spend your time in a slow and relaxing atmosphere. The Takamiya Group's activities are also recommended for children full of energy. In winter, enjoy winter sports in a prime location with stunning views of Yamagata Zao.

Founded in 1644, this Accommodation in Kaminoyama Onsen is renowned for its “beauty bath” waters. Enjoy seasonal Yamagata cuisine at the buffet restaurant “KITCHEN TSUKIOKA,” renewed in 2024, along with a rice-cracker grilling experience, complimentary lounge drinks, after-bath ice treats, a kids’ corner, karaoke, table tennis, and other warm hospitality unique to the Accommodation.

Sakaiya Mori no Hotel Waldberg has fully renovated its open-air baths for both men and women, adding new reclining baths and waterfall showers. In our Japanese-style rooms with a private bath and toilet, the futon is already laid out so you can relax right away. In addition, our strongly acidic sulfur Onsen (pH 1.8) is gentle on the skin and guests. Enjoy a carefully crafted Japanese kaiseki meal featuring locally sourced ingredients.