Nakagawa Station (Yamagata Prefecture) × Popular Stays for Couples' Summer VacationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

An adults-only hideaway Accommodation with 20 Rooms, nestled in a vast forest of 4,000 tsubo overlooking the Zao Mountain Range. Enjoy exquisite cuisine with in-Room breakfast and dinner served in your private dining area. A seamless, private stay with no need to move about will weave a story that is yours alone.Two types of private baths are available free of charge. Many Rooms also feature open-air baths, so you can indulge whenever you like, as many times as you wish. Public spaces to enrich your stay include a sake cellar, library, and yoga room. Please enjoy refined time indoors—relaxing as if this were your second home.

The Akayu Onsen "Akayu Onsen Mori no Yu," continuing since the Edo period, is a traditional single-story hot spring inn surrounded by a beautiful Japanese garden showcasing seasonal scenery. Relax and stretch out in the spacious interior. Forget trivial matters and enjoy complete relaxation.

Cherishing the spirit of the tea ceremony, “Wa-Kei-Sei-Jaku” (harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility), we welcome you with once-in-a-lifetime hospitality.All seven Rooms feature open-air baths with free-flowing natural hot spring water, and meals can be enjoyed at your leisure in your Room.Step away from the bustle and surrender to serenity for a soothing stay that lets your heart unwind.

All guest rooms feature open-air baths with natural Onsen water flowing directly from the source. We offer 19 rooms in 3 different types. Here at Akayu Onsen, you can enjoy the finest Onsen with a faint scent of sulfur. The area is rich in culture, with ties to the legacy of Uesugi Yozan. The Okitama Basin nurtures exceptional rice, vegetables, and fruits. The rice transforms into sake, and the grapes into wine. "Yamagataza Takinami" is a Facility where you can enjoy not only the natural beauty and culture of Yamagata but also the finest Onsen and rich flavors. We hope you will take your time to fully experience "Yamagata" with all your senses and enjoy a relaxing stay.

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.

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.

Ryokan Yamato-ya, nestled in the Akayu Onsen, welcomes guests into a space reminiscent of an art gallery. The interior, harmonizing tradition and modernity, offers a special experience to all visitors. We promise a stay that refreshes both body and mind while enjoying the seasonal beauty of nature. Indulge in a luxurious moment.