Zao and Yamagata
Zao, located on the Yamagata-Miyagi prefectural border, is a mountain park centered in the Zao Mountain Range. You can enjoy the beauty of nature there, when you visit locations such as the mysterious Okama crater lake, also known as Goshiki-numa (five-color marsh). It is known for its varying water colors which can change several times a day. Also well known is the Zao Shizen-shokubutsu-en (botanical garden), a treasure house of alpine plants. Aboard the ropeway car, you can take a bird's eye view of the whole Yamagata Basin, or enjoy the night view and the starry sky from a lodge or inn.If you prefer outdoor sports, enjoy camping and trekking among the verdant greens of spring or the scarlet leaves of autumn, take a horse-riding lesson at the International Horse Riding Club at the foot of the mountain, or go paragliding at Bo-daira. In winter, Zao turns into a mecca for winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding. Descending the slopes through clusters of ice-covered coniferous trees is truly exhilarating!
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Nippon no Yado Koyo is located at the height and boasts the magnificent view of Mt.Zao and the local cuisine of Yamagata. There is the kiln site of the unglazed ceramic ware which was used 1200 years before and designated Yamagata cultural assets now.
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JPY101,750
USD708
per night
Japanese style room
For 5 occupant(s)
JPY101,750-JPY220,000
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Hotel Pearl City Tendo is located in the center of Tendo City and 3 minutes by taxi from JR Tendo Station.It is the best location for business and sightseeing.All rooms are fully equipped with internet connection, shower toilet and digital liquid TV.
JPY6,710
USD46
Single bed room
For 1 occupant(s)
JPY6,710-JPY9,570
JPY7,810-JPY10,670
Yamagata Kokusai Hotel is located only 5 minutes from JR Yamagata Station and connected to the department store and the bus terminal. It is ideal location for both business, leisure and shopping.
JPY7,370
USD51
Twin bed room
For 2 occupant(s)
JPY12,540-JPY14,740
JPY14,740-JPY17,050
JPY7,370-JPY8,525
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1 minute walk from West Exit of JR Yamagata Station. Very convenient base for business trip as well as sightseeing Yamagata such as Kajo Park, Zao hot spring and Yamadera. The hotel boasts its large communal baths with good view on the 14th floor.
JPY10,010
USD69
JPY10,010-JPY12,760
JPY19,140-JPY25,300
Standing at the city center, Yamagata Grand Hotel is a perfect site for both business and sightseeing. "Yamagata Grand Museum" is housed within the hotel - more than a hundred pieces of sculpture and paintings from around the world are exhibited.
JPY10,670
USD74
For 2 to 3 occupant(s)
JPY18,920-JPY32,010
JPY21,340-JPY35,640
JPY10,670-JPY13,200
Hotel Lucent Takamiya is located in front of Zao Ropeway Station and very convenient for hiking and skiing. The hotel is proud of their original cuisine which uses the freshest seasonal vegetables available.
JPY22,660
USD157
For 2 to 5 occupant(s)
JPY22,660-JPY104,500
JPY23,760-JPY107,250
Non designated room
JPY25,080-JPY53,460
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Takamiya Rurikura Resort is a new type of resort hotel in Zao with a uniquely designed appearance. It offers resort activities throughout the seasons. The hotel is equipped with tennis courts, hot spring baths and an indoor pool.
JPY32,340
USD225
JPY32,340-JPY76,560
JPY33,660-JPY78,540
JPY38,280-JPY85,470
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JPY47,520
USD330
For 2 to 4 occupant(s)
JPY47,520-JPY133,760
Yamagata Eki Nishiguchi Washington Hotel is directly connected to JR Yamagata Station, located Kajo Central skyscraper. It is the only high-rise hotel in Yamagata city. Guest may check in at the front desk on the 24th floor.
JPY7,150
USD49
JPY7,150-JPY16,170
JPY8,910-JPY18,040
Established in 1644 originally as Sakaiya Ryokan, in 1922 the 15th generation of Sakaiya Ryokan moved to Kaminoyama Onsen. From its beginnings, it has been noted for its very warm hospitality.
JPY28,820
USD200
JPY28,820-JPY85,800
JPY31,240-JPY90,640
JPY33,220-JPY62,040
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The Tendo Onsen is located in the center of Yamagata and was established in 1911. It is also known for the production of the Japanese chess game "Shogi". Takinoyu is a Japanese-style inn, and equipped with the facilities and amenities as city hotel.
Japanese Modern Twin Room
JPY28,820-JPY43,230
JPY33,660-JPY67,980
JPY39,820-JPY59,730
From JURIN, a 360-degree view of Zao is available and Asahi mountains and Iide mountain can also be seen. There are 4 types of baths including a Jet bath and an open air bath.
JPY32,340-JPY83,490
JPY33,660-JPY85,470
Hotel Ohsho is a traditional Japanese style hotel and offers mind of peace and relaxation. Tendo City is well known as Shogi Town (Japanese chess town). Hotel's main bath is decorated with pieces of Shogi.
JPY33,660
USD234
JPY33,660-JPY118,800
Sakaeya Hotel is blessed with plentiful hot spring. Please heal the fatigue of the trip and enjoy the tasteful of the seasons. The view of Dewa Sanzan Mountains from the open-air bath is great.
JPY33,660-JPY113,300
JPY40,700-JPY130,900
Standing on a quiet height looking down Zao Onsen town. Open-air hot spring baths using 100% natural spring water, heated water bath and private open-air bath and private bath for pets are available.
JPY17,820
USD124
JPY17,820-JPY88,440
JPY18,920-JPY90,640
JPY20,240-JPY92,840
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Ogi no Yakata Okazakiya Ryokan is located among trees that change their leaves in the four seasons, and displays the flowers growing nearby in the lobby, corridor and the guest rooms.
JPY20,240
USD140
JPY20,240-JPY99,000
JPY20,240-JPY66,330
JPY21,340-JPY101,750
Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington is one of the many Washington hotels which are expanding across Japan. It is in the center of Yamagata city and the center of the business and commercial, which also makes this location convenient for business and travel.
JPY6,820
USD47
JPY8,030-JPY19,360
JPY8,910-JPY20,350
JPY12,540-JPY36,520
Located high in the mountains, a magnificent view of Zao mountain can be seen from the guest rooms, open-air bath and restaurant.
JPY31,240
USD217
JPY31,240-JPY124,850
Located at the foot of Zao Quasi-National Park and boasts a panoramic view of Zao from the guest rooms, large bath and open-air bath. We feature traditional Japanese-style Ryokan and delicious cuisine.
JPY36,080
USD251
JPY36,080-JPY99,880
The 1st Japanese style hotel in Zao. You can enjoy the view of Zao Mountains from your room and main bath. Situated in a quiet location, the hotel is particularly good for families and female-only groups.
JPY36,520
USD254
JPY36,520-JPY124,960
JPY40,920-JPY103,950
JPY45,320-JPY123,640
Every morning, the manager serves tea with the water out of the natural water spring from foot of the mountain. Although Ryokan Sanjiro has been rebuilt to a modern style, it is an authentic Japanese style ryokan.
JPY49,940
USD347
JPY49,940-JPY167,200
Located at the upland of Zao hot springs resort and offers the magnificent views of mountains. Natural hot spring cures your fatigue. Traditional Japanese-style cuisine, prepared with seasonal fresh ingredients is delicious.
JPY62,920
USD437
JPY62,920-JPY133,650
Miyagi-Zao Royal Hotel stands in the Zao Mountains, stretching into the distance. The scale of nature here is immense, with the pleasures and thrills unbroken throughout spring, summer, fall and winter alike.
JPY24,409
USD169
For 1 to 4 occupant(s)
JPY24,409-JPY137,280