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.
From:
JPY95,700
USD619
per night
Japanese style room
For 5 occupant(s)
JPY95,700-JPY113,300
JPY101,750-JPY213,400
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Miyamaso Takamiya is a long-established authentic Japanese style hotel and located at the highest point in the Zao hot spring resort. Miyamaso Takamiya offers cuisine using the best of the seasonal ingredients available.
JPY47,520
USD307
For 2 to 4 occupant(s)
JPY52,360-JPY133,760
JPY54,560-JPY166,320
Japanese and Western style room
For 2 to 5 occupant(s)
JPY47,520-JPY154,550
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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.
JPY6,820
USD44
Twin bed room
For 2 occupant(s)
JPY11,330-JPY17,050
JPY13,640-JPY19,250
Single bed room
For 1 occupant(s)
JPY6,820-JPY9,625
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata is ideally located next to the train station, only a minute away on foot from the JR shinkansen Yamagata Station. This is an authentic city hotel offering guest rooms that have scenic views of the mountains.
JPY10,450
USD67
JPY10,450-JPY16,720
JPY11,440-JPY17,820
JPY12,540-JPY18,700
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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
USD69
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
USD146
JPY22,660-JPY139,150
JPY23,760-JPY142,450
JPY27,500-JPY151,800
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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
USD209
JPY32,340-JPY98,670
JPY33,660-JPY100,320
JPY36,080-JPY67,980
JPY47,520-JPY104,720
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.
JPY5,830
USD37
JPY5,830-JPY10,450
JPY6,270-JPY15,840
JPY6,600-JPY16,170
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.
JPY29,920
USD193
JPY29,920-JPY110,550
JPY29,920-JPY74,800
JPY31,240-JPY113,300
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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.
Non designated room
JPY29,920-JPY101,970
JPY29,920-JPY157,300
JPY31,240-JPY103,620
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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.
JPY32,340-JPY80,850
JPY33,660-JPY84,150
Arimakan boasts outdoor hot spring baths with views called Tensei and Tenkuu on the 7th floor, which also include neyu (a type of bath which is used lying down) and utaseyu (a type of shower consisting of one solid stream of hot water) bathing facilities.
JPY33,660
USD217
JPY33,660-JPY96,030
JPY34,760-JPY112,530
JPY36,080-JPY100,320
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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
JPY33,660-JPY71,280
JPY45,320-JPY88,770
For 2 to 7 occupant(s)
JPY69,080-JPY291,060
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.
JPY36,080
USD233
JPY36,080-JPY69,520
JPY37,180-JPY72,160
JPY38,280-JPY104,720
Tendo Hotel is the luxurious, largest and newest in Tendo City. The hotel has one basement and 10 floors. Please enjoy the wonderful view of Tendo City, and spectacular views of Zao peaks and Mt. Gassan.
JPY42,900
USD277
JPY42,900-JPY113,300
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.
JPY26,400
USD170
JPY26,400-JPY64,350
JPY26,400-JPY101,750
JPY28,820-JPY67,980
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.
JPY8,030-JPY19,360
JPY8,910-JPY20,350
JPY12,540-JPY36,520
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.
JPY20,240
USD130
JPY20,240-JPY47,520
JPY22,660-JPY52,800
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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.
JPY42,900-JPY90,640
JPY45,320-JPY136,400
JPY47,520-JPY99,880
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.
JPY44,000
USD284
JPY44,000-JPY154,000
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.
JPY60,720
USD392
JPY60,720-JPY136,950
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
USD157
For 1 to 4 occupant(s)
JPY24,409-JPY137,280