Yamagata Station × Hot spring × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

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.

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.

Yuno Ka Matsunoyu is a traditional Japanese Ryokan with an Onsen, located in the heart of the hot spring town yet maintaining a serene and verdant ambiance. For over 90 years since its opening, it has been cherished as a warm and welcoming property. The charming building harmonizes with its surroundings, offering a tranquil and relaxing experience.

Located about a 5-minute taxi ride from JR Tendo Station, "Tendoso" has been in operation for over 100 years since its founding as an eel restaurant in the early Meiji era. This small-scale accommodation features only 11 rooms, focusing on providing personalized hospitality to each guest. All guest rooms offer the enjoyment of Onsen. The property includes unique spaces such as "Rijin-kyo," a detached single-story building with traditional Sukiya-style architecture, and "Azumatei," a suite blending modern functionality with the aesthetic charm of Japanese-Western design. At Tendoso, it’s not just about relieving travel fatigue but also cherishing the joy of doing nothing. Spend blissful moments in a space where tradition and sophistication come alive, allowing your heart to unwind completely.

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.

Please enjoy the ultimate Onsen experience at Zao Kokusai Hotel with the skin-beautifying, milky-white free-flowing natural hot spring “Hachiemon-no-Yu,” as well as three private baths (additional fee applies).

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.

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.

Tsuruya is an Accommodation with tatami flooring throughout. As the tea ceremony flourished from the Azuchi–Momoyama period onward, tatami came to cover entire Rooms, and Japanese people began sitting in seiza.Beyond tea ceremony, many Japanese arts ending in “-do”—such as calligraphy, flower arrangement, and judo—are deeply connected to tatami, which is considered a foundation that helped shape the Japanese spirit.Space, cuisine, and hospitality—this is what a Ryokan offers as it embraces the beauty of Japan’s four seasons in every detail. Step inside and, even on your first visit, you may feel a nostalgic calm and a special sense of comfort.The interior features corridors built around a Japanese garden, allowing you to enjoy garden views from many points throughout.Please savor the feel of tatami under bare feet or socks and spend a relaxing moment at your leisure.

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 Ryokan with its own natural Onsen source. The unique milky-white Onsen of Zao is strongly acidic with numerous benefits, and the sulfur aroma delights Onsen enthusiasts. With abundant water flow, it is, of course, 100% sourced directly. As the name suggests, enjoy the Onsen with all "five senses."

A 15-minute drive from Yamagata Station. Enjoy a cozy Onsen getaway at a fully indoor resort—comfortable in both sunny and rainy weather. Orchard × craft × café, a large bath with our own hot spring source, and beautifully presented dishes featuring Yamagata beef. In December 2022, the ofuro café opened inside the property! At Yuyu no Sato Yusa, our highlights—“the top-floor large bath with views of the Zao mountain range” and “Japanese set meals featuring Yamagata beef and Yonezawa beef”—are now enhanced with even more fun from the ofuro café.Guests can use the ofuro café for free before check-in from 10:30 on the day of arrival! Enjoy one of Tohoku’s largest collections with 8,000 books while sipping complimentary coffee or detox water. In our large sauna—the first in Yamagata Prefecture to offer self löyly—we also host heat-wave sessions using fruit aromas! Draft beer and fruit liqueurs are also free! A guest-only lounge is available—spend a relaxing time at Yuyu no Sato Yusa.

We take pride in our spacious public bath and dishes prepared with delicious ingredients from the Osho Highway. Enjoy heartfelt hospitality. Spend moments woven with nostalgia and novelty.

A long-established Ryokan in the Zao Onsen town with a proud history of over 1,000 years. The retro interior, filled with Taisho-era charm, features tatami flooring throughout the building. Enjoy our private hot spring source, producing an abundant 720 liters per minute, along with carefully crafted dishes made with delicious local 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.

A “Smile” Accommodation Kind to People and Nature With the theme of “creating an Accommodation that is kind to people and nature,” we continue striving to provide a safe, comfortable space for our guests while being mindful of the natural environment. We also aim to make every stay a memorable experience through warm hospitality with a smile, thoughtfully prepared meals, and impeccably clean spaces—seeking to be a Ryokan that combines Japan’s traditional culture with modern comfort. With gratitude for nature’s blessings, and in order to preserve them for future generations without interruption, we would like to introduce our initiatives toward creating an Accommodation that values harmony with nature and is kind to both people and the environment.

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.