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The first-generation owner, Tadayoshi Ota, was a connoisseur so esteemed that Rosanjin described him as "the most notable man in Hokuriku, a national guest of Kanazawa, and a great figure in tea gatherings." It is said that tea masters, connoisseurs, and gourmets, including Dono Masuda, frequently visited from Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, drawn by Tadayoshi's hospitality. His attention to ingredients and dedication to tableware were so exceptional that they were even passed down to "Hoshioka Saryo." As Rosanjin remarked, "He did not use tea as an ornament for himself nor as a business," reflecting the heartfelt and unpretentious hospitality that was the philosophy of Yamanoo. After the war, adapting to changes in lifestyle, "Yamanoo" was reborn as "Kanazawa Yamanoo." The current owner, Tatsuya Motoya, is the fifth generation since Tadayoshi. While time has passed and the name has changed, the spirit of hospitality, "one guest, one pavilion," has been faithfully carried on since its founding.

HOTEL AO KANAZAWA, opened in September 2024 after renovating the iconic "Hokuriku Kaikan" built in 1966 near Kenrokuen Garden, offers an excellent location with a 1-minute walk to Kenrokuen and a 10-minute walk to the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art and Higashi Chaya District. On the first floor and basement level, enjoy all-day dining at "Shokudokoro Kanazawa Suju," featuring freshly milled Ishikawa rice cooked in copper pots and dishes made with local Kanazawa ingredients. On the second floor, savor fresh sushi made from Hokuriku's local fish sourced from Omicho Market and Central Wholesale Market while enjoying views of Kenrokuen Garden or Ishikawamon Gate of Kanazawa Castle at "Kanazawa Sushi Matsunoshita." The hotel offers seven types of Rooms, ranging from private sauna-equipped Rooms for self-loylyu experiences to loft-style Rooms. Furnishings are kept simple yet comfortable, with cozy beds and linens as well as highly functional bathrooms. The space is subtly adorned with soothing interiors and art pieces for your relaxation. Enjoy a leisurely stay while experiencing the unique "dining-stay" concept of this auberge-style Hotel.