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Dai Onsen in Hanamaki—home of Kenji Miyazawa—is an Onsen village with a 1,200-year history, where more than a dozen natural springs bubble up.Nestled midway through Dai Onsen is “Yamayuri no Yado,” a small Accommodation with just 14 Rooms.Our owner is a chef.Captivated by Iwate’s local ingredients, he personally selects wild mountain vegetables and produce nurtured by this land, river fish, and seafood from the Sanriku coast—carefully sourcing each item with his own eyes—and serves every dish handmade to our guests.Our natural dashi is drawn with great care, using several times the usual amount of bonito flakes and Hidaka kelp without hesitation.Seasonal ingredients are slowly grilled over charcoal in the irori hearth.We cherish cuisine that can never be replicated through mass cooking—dishes possible only because we are a small Accommodation.Step through the large wooden gate and you’ll find the entrance noren swaying in the breeze, guiding you into a quiet retreat.After arrival, enjoy a cup of tea while listening to the sounds of the season.A clear stream runs alongside Yamayuri no Yado, pure and transparent as it nurtures countless forms of life.In early spring as the snow melts, its babbling brightens and birdsong echoes through the mountains.As cherry blossoms fade, delicate wildflowers bloom; in early summer, the beautiful calls of kajika frogs resonate through the valley. At night, fireflies dance above the stream to create an enchanting scene.In autumn, vivid foliage colors blanket the mountains like a painting framed by your Room window.In winter, deep snowfall wraps everything in white while flames from the irori hearth and fireplace warm you to your core.And as each season turns, we craft that time’s finest flavors into our Irori Kaiseki course.Gaze at nature, soak in Onsen waters, gather around the irori hearth and savor seasonal tastes.Through this abundant nature and our cuisine alike، Yamayuri no Yado offers you time to truly unwind.

Rebranded and reopened in August 2025, ANA Holiday Inn Iwate Kitakami is located about a 7-minute walk from JR Kitakami Station East Exit. Situated in a scenic location along the Kitakami River, the hotel offers 114 guest rooms ranging from 16 sqm single rooms to 46 sqm suites. Enjoy spacious accommodations and well-equipped facilities for a comfortable stay. The facility includes a restaurant, fitness gym, and large public bath. Breakfast features a Japanese-Western buffet using local ingredients. Additionally, there is free on-site parking for up to 130 vehicles, making it convenient for both business and leisure travelers.

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.

Our pride, the natural free-flowing Onsen, offers high skin-beautifying effects and provides a relaxing experience. Enjoy seasonal dishes made with plenty of local ingredients and take in the rich natural scenery of Hanamaki Minami Onsen Village from your room.

Located in an area with many restaurants ■ 5 km from Kitakami Athletic Stadium, 9 km from Gokurakuji Temple ■ 10 minutes by car from Tohoku Expressway Kitakami Ezuriko IC / 3-minute walk from JR Kitakami Station West Exit ■ Free flat parking available (excluding large vehicles, total of 95 spaces, first-come-first-served basis) ■ Complimentary buffet breakfast included ■ Wi-Fi available ■ WOWOW channel accessible ■ Front desk staffed 24/7 ■ Separate large public baths for men and women available ■ Coin-operated laundry and dryers provided on-site ■ Paid cleaning service available

【Rooftop Observation Spa Available】Comfortable Stay at a Modern High-Class HotelThe hotel features an open-air rooftop observation spa on the top floor, and all rooms are equipped with Simmons beds for a comfortable sleep. Breakfast is served in a buffet style with a wide variety of Japanese and Western dishes. Enjoy a comfortable life at a modern high-class hotel!

Just a 1-minute walk from Kitakami Station—an ideal location for business or sightseeing.Unwind after work or travel in our large public bath, and enjoy a safe and comfortable stay in Kitakami.

Convenient access: All three major routes are within a 20-minute range. (Approximately 5 minutes by car from Tohoku Expressway Hanamaki IC, 15 minutes by car from Iwate Hanamaki Airport, and 20 minutes by car from Shin-Hanamaki Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen.) Located in the Hanamaki Onsenkyo Prefectural Natural Park, offering an exceptional location with panoramic views of Hanamaki City. The spacious public bath features abundant hot spring water, and seasonal "themed baths" are occasionally held. You can also enjoy a hot spring tour to the adjacent Hotel. Right across from the Hotel, you'll find attractions such as the Hanamaki Onsen Inari Shrine lined with torii gates, a bakery famous for its specialty "Hanamaki Onsen Anpan," and free "foot baths and hand baths." Plenty of enjoyable spots are within walking distance!

Convenient access ○ All three major lines are within a 20-minute range. (About 5 minutes by car from Tohoku Expressway Hanamaki IC, about 15 minutes by car from Iwate Hanamaki Airport, and about 20 minutes by car from Tohoku Shinkansen Shin-Hanamaki Station) Our open-air rock bath with stunning views allows you to feel the changing beauty of nature and rejuvenate your body and mind. Enjoy the onsen hopping experience at the large baths and open-air baths of the adjacent Hotel Koyokan and Hotel Senshukaku, or have fun with your family at the "Table Tennis & Game Corner" for a fulfilling Hanamaki Onsen time.