IMAIZUMI Station × Recommended Hotel·Ryokan

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.

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.

2023 NEW OPEN! A three-room auberge Onsen Ryokan where you can enjoy freshly sourced Onsen with a focus on water quality and cuisine crafted by a Michelin-starred chef. All Rooms are over 135 square meters, featuring a maisonette style with two bedrooms and a private open-air Onsen bath made of cypress wood. Additionally, two Rooms are equipped with private saunas, offering a luxurious space for a carefree stay, akin to a private villa. The property includes a restaurant building, a private bath "Yumuro," and a fire pit, providing delightful experiences beyond the Rooms. The highlight is the dinner! At the live kitchen restaurant, the Michelin chef prepares a course meal right before your eyes, featuring seasonal local ingredients with creative presentations and exquisite flavors. From check-in to check-out, this Property offers an unforgettable experience that can only be found here.

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.

The Hotel, which reopened in April 2024 after renovations, features two restaurants, banquet halls, and a fitness club, with the addition of a new bathing Facility "Yuparu" and a bakery "Parsona"! "Yuparu" includes the first carbonated spring bath and sauna in the Okitama region, available for use by our guests. The restaurants include the panoramic restaurant "Charois" on the 9th floor and the Japanese cuisine restaurant "Iiden" on the 1st floor. Additionally, Rooms of moderate type and above have been newly renovated, offering a fresh and modern design. Whether you use it as a base for exploring the Okitama region or enjoy a relaxing stay within the Property, you can experience various styles of enjoyment.

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.

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.

Directly connected to JR Takahata Station, just a 0-minute walk from the East Exit. Free parking available (about a 2-minute walk, suitable for large vehicles). 12 minutes from Yonezawa Kita IC on the Tohoku Chuo Expressway. Twin rooms with train views available on the second floor! Complimentary access to the adjacent Taiyokan Onsen. All rooms are non-smoking and equipped with humidifying air purifiers, Wi-Fi, and Simmons beds.

Shirataka Town in Yamagata Prefecture, praised as the "Arcadia of the East," is a place where beautiful nature remains untouched. In 2021, historic storehouses and residences, watched over by the Iide Mountain Range, were fully renovated into "Dozo Suites" accommodations. Surrounded by a vast garden, all four storehouses have been transformed into private luxury spaces as "one-building rental suites with cypress baths." Enjoy an extraordinary stay in these charming rooms while admiring rare trees and natural beauty in the garden, experiencing the tranquil and serene flow of time in this peaceful countryside.For dining, a young chef skilled in French cuisine crafts dishes that highlight local ingredients while embracing regional culture and traditions. Dinner features a course menu showcasing "local gourmet delights," paired with exquisite Japanese sake or wine for an elevated experience. Breakfast includes traditional fermented foods such as miso soup, natto, and pickles—an ideal way to rejuvenate your body at the start of the day.Savor seasonal culinary treasures rooted in local traditions while reflecting on the charm of these historic storehouses. Indulge your mind and body during your serene stay amidst this quiet countryside retreat.

This is a distinguished property with a history as the "Akayu Goten" villa of the Uesugi family, lords of the Yonezawa domain. Enjoy a hot spring tour at "Higashi-yu," featuring five baths such as the large stone bath and square bath, and "Nishi-yu," with six baths including the Aomori Hiba wood bath and barrel bath. After savoring a kaiseki meal incorporating carefully selected ingredients from Yamagata, such as Yonezawa beef, relax in a tranquil Japanese-style room.