Nakagawa Station (Yamagata Prefecture) × Nature Experience AccommodationRecommended 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.

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.

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.

"Bettekan Fujiya Ryokan," located in the historic Kaminoma Onsen of Yamagata Prefecture, is a property that conveys the traditional Japanese hospitality. Equipped with cyclist-friendly facilities, it boasts creative Japanese cuisine utilizing seasonal ingredients. In the large communal bath overlooking the garden, you can enjoy different atmospheres during day and night. Relax in the Japanese-style rooms with the scent of wood.

A unique accommodation where you can enjoy rare fishing experiences. You can try three types of fishing: crucian carp, rainbow trout, and koi. We offer rooms with private rivers for koi fishing from the terrace and special rooms where you can fish for crucian carp directly from your room. There is also an indoor fishing pond, allowing you to enjoy fishing even on rainy days. Other amenities are equally appealing. For dog lovers, we have a spacious dog run and pet-friendly rooms available. The new special suite in the annex is highly recommended for large dogs as it allows them to roam freely indoors. For dining, we serve seasonal creative cuisine featuring the flavors of Yamagata's local ingredients. You can also enjoy Yonezawa beef, a specialty of Yamagata, or opt for an outdoor BBQ experience tailored to your preferences.