Bettei Yaeno

There were several places I wanted to stay in Minakami Onsen, and Yaeno proved to be a truly relaxing choice.The delicious pudding served as a welcome treat raised my expectations for the stay. Every dish was wonderful, and I appreciated the perfectly timed service. The semi-open-air bath was just the right size, and the soothing water helped me unwind. Gazing at the late-summer garden, I could forget everyday life and simply relax. It was a peaceful, luxurious escape. I would love to return in another season to enjoy the seasonal cuisine.

Because we have a child, we were looking for an Accommodation with in-room dining and a private open-air bath in the Room. After lots of searching, we decided to stay at Yaeno.First of all, the staff member assigned to our Room was easy to talk to and had a warm, motherly presence. We also really appreciated the thoughtful care for families with children. We enjoyed our meal slowly over two hours, and our child was served a luxurious set meal as well and happily ate it.The bath was incredibly relaxing—I used it about seven times.I’m particular about choosing a Ryokan with a private open-air bath in the guest room, but they’re often too hot, too small, or too humid… Surprisingly few are truly comfortable for a long soak. However, at Yaeno the temperature was just right and it felt wonderful.We could also take our time until 11:00 on departure day, so I highly recommend it for families with children. I’d love to come back again in winter.