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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, 17 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking and massage services.

P
Pohsin
From
Taiwan
during travel I’ve serious injury and require medical assistance. Thanks to hotel staff Miss sakamoto, she helped me a lot.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,006 reviews
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US$97.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366

Hotel in Sakata

Situated in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

R
Rafael
From
Brazil
Everything was so perfect, all the staff were Very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
US$98.13
1 night, 2 adults
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Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372

Hotel in Sakata

Located in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29372 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

D
David
From
Australia
You probably need to get a taxi as it's a bit of a hike from the station. Once you are there it's a good location for visiting the town. Manager is a really nice bloke and has decorated the hotel with interesting and tasteful art. Nice bath house. Good size, comfortable rooms.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
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US$98.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Comfort Hotel Yamagata

Hotel in Yamagata

Situated 16 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodation in Yamagata and has free bikes. The property is non-smoking and is located 100 metres from Yamagata...

J
Jamie
From
United Kingdom
I loved that breakfast was included. Nice surprise. Also, the hotel was in a very convenient location. Having the coin laundry next to my room was an extra bonus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews
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US$58.31
1 night, 2 adults
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Tsukino HOTEL

Hotel in Sakata

Situated in Sakata, 23 km from Kamo Aquarium, Tsukino HOTEL features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

J
Jaremus
From
Australia
Breakfast was amazing, super clean rooms and very polite staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 507 reviews
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US$91
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae-

Hotel in Yamagata

Located in Yamagata, within 13 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 4.3 km of Yamagata Station, Hotel Route-Inn Yamagata Minami -Daigaku Byoin Mae- provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi...

M
Martijn
From
Netherlands
Friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms, very nice facilities (4 washing machines, vending machines, included breakfast), easily accessible with public transit and a nice view from our hotel window.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
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US$78.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae

Hotel in Yamagata

Only a 5-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station’s West exit, Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae features comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, drinks vending machines and massage treatments.

N
Nurul
From
Japan
The place is near to yamagata station and lots of convinece store there. Also the lounge at 2nd floor provide free coffee, tea and ice cream for the whole day.That was superb.😍😍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
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US$109.26
1 night, 2 adults
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Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Ming Yik
From
Hong Kong
Staff are friendly and they can speak simple English. Breakfast and dinner are delicious. Room is big and provided the charge cables. Spa is good. Also, there is a big car park on the ground floor.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
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US$169.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Takamiya Hotel Hammond

Hotel in Zao Onsen

Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

N
Natalie
From
Australia
Great location. Cool common area. Good sized traditional style rooms. Outdoor onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews
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US$87.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Route-Inn Tendo

Hotel in Tendo

Located in Tendo, 30 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Route-Inn Tendo provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and massage services.

A
Angelo (アンジェロ）
From
Japan
PRICE: Given that the price included a buffet breakfast, I would definitely say that it is one of the best hotel rates I've found. LOCATION: There is a nearby Starbucks and Max Valu supermarket accessible on foot within 10-15 minutes. Across from Starbucks is Road Station Tendo Onsen, which has a bookstore, a coffee shop, and a big souvenir shop. Within walking distance from the hotel are two foot baths (I think). ROOM: The room can probably accommodate two adults. MATTRESS: The bed was quite firm. It's perfect for me because I like this kind of bed. ROOM AMENITIES: In addition to the usual amenities, I liked it that there were power outlets at the bed headboard. STAFF: The staff at the reception when I checked in was very helpful. They were friendly and smiled a lot. Check in was smooth. So was the check out. BUFFET BREAKFAST: Plenty of choices for a typical Japanese breakfast: rice, egg, grilled fish, Japanese curry, sausages, salad, miso soup, porridge. Drink choices included tea, milk, and orange juice. There are also some bread options with usual jams. INDOOR ONSEN: The onsen was one of the main reasons I booked this hotel. It was a decent size and was a great way to end the day. RELAXATION AREA: There was also a relaxation room just outside the onsen rooms which had two massage chairs, plenty of vending machines.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 311 reviews
Price from
US$86.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Located in Tsuruoka, within 28 km of Kamo Aquarium and 47 km of Shinjo Station, Kyukamura Shonai-Haguro provides accommodation with a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

From US$179.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Situated in Yonezawa, 48 km from Kitakata Station, Royal Pines Hotel Yonezawa - Opening in Mar 2025 features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking and a restaurant.

From US$93.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

Situated in Yonezawa, 49 km from Kitakata Station, Hotel Alpha-One Yonezawa features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$94.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

Set within 50 km of Kitakata Station and 50 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Toyoko Inn Yonezawa Ekimae features rooms in Yonezawa. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$66.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews

Located in Murayama, 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Murayama Nishiguchi Hotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$99.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel offers rooms in Yamagata. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. The property features a restaurant.

From US$71.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Set within 48 km of Kitakata Station and 49 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Montoview Yonezawa offers rooms in Yonezawa.

From US$106.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews

Offering free WiFi, APA Hotel Yamagata Tsuruoka Ekimae is set in Tsuruoka. The property is around 10 km from Kamo Aquarium and 25 km from Atsumi Onsen. The restaurant serves Japanese cuisine.

From US$85.87 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Located in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29370 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$98.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

Situated in Sakata, 24 km from Kamo Aquarium, Hotel Alpha-One Sakata features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a restaurant and massage services.

From US$86.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

Set within 17 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 600 metres of Yamagata Station, Hotel Capital in Yamagata offers rooms in Yamagata.

From US$51.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews

Located within 17 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 500 metres of Yamagata Station, Hotel Sakuranbo provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Yamagata.

From US$48.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

Set in Yonezawa, within 48 km of Kitakata Station and 49 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Hotel Benex Yonezawa offers accommodation with a restaurant and as well as free private parking for guests who...

From US$79.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

Select Inn Yonezawa is situated in Yonezawa, 49 km from Kitakata Station and 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. This 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

From US$45.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 264 reviews

Set in Tendo, Yamagata region, Tendo Central Hotel is located 30 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage space and free WiFi.

From US$56.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews

Set in Tsuruoka, Yamagata region, Hotel Route-Inn Tsuruoka Ekimae is situated 12 km from Kamo Aquarium. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space.

From US$95.48 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews

Only a 1-minute walk from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Zao Kokusai Hotel offers indoor/outdoor spacious hot-spring baths and Japanese-style rooms.

From US$394.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Situated in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,393 reviews

Situated 16 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Comfort Hotel Yamagata offers 3-star accommodation in Yamagata and has free bikes.

From US$87.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 485 reviews

Located within 18 km of Zao Onsen Ski Resort and 400 metres of Yamagata Station, Toyoko Inn Yamagata-eki Nishi-guchi provides rooms in Yamagata. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

Set in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Rurikura Resort offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$183.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen, 600 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Takamiya Hotel Hammond features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$232.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

Situated in Zao Onsen, 700 metres from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Onsen & Stay OAKHILL features views of the mountain. With ski-to-door access, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

From US$131.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Set in Kaminoyama, 16 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, ステイインホテル材木栄屋 offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a restaurant.

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Yamagata The Takinami

Nanyo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Everything from the moment we Checked-in was perfect. Its a beautiful old japanese house, with a lot of love and taste renovated. The interior is a mix of western and japanese designers. Every room is unique. The private onsen water was so comforting that even me, as not much a onsen lover, loved it to dip in. We stayed two nights and every morning they offered us some kind of activity. For us it was rice planting and going up to the mountain to see basin of yamagata. Also the owners are very nice and are actively taking care of the guests and support them with informations and tell their long family history in yamagata. the highlight is also the restaurant, you can enjoy highend japanese cuisine, cooked with a lot of passion by using mostly local ingredients from yamagata prefecture in a cool low dimmed counterseating or a private room. Please be hungry cuz you will eat a lot.
Guest review by
ReneH
Japan

Yura Onsen Yaotome

Tsuruoka
From US$169.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Everything was wonderful - the pickup and drop off at Sanze station, the kind staff, the food, the beautiful view from my room, and dinner (with sunset view). I very much enjoyed the outdoor onsen. In my experience, large onsen hotels with scenic views (eg Enoshima) tend to not offer very good food and cut a few corners on maintenance but the food was very good and everything (including music playing in the corridors) was thoughtfully and carefully maintained. This stay was one of the highlights of my 10-day solo trip.
Guest review by
Delia
Australia

Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan

Zao Onsen
From US$214.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Our stay was exceptional! Everything was spotless and perfectly maintained, with great attention to detail. The room was beautiful and had every comfort we could need. The food was absolutely delicious, both dinner and breakfast were a real highlight of our stay. The staff were truly outstanding: kind, professional, and always attentive. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Guest review by
Maria Carmela
Italy

Tachibanaya

Tsuruoka
From US$152.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Everything! The hotel is comfortable and attractive. The staff are exceptional and so helpful in all aspects. The onsen facilities are wonderful and the food was heavenly. We were there for three nights as a rest and step back from our hectic holiday. Left feeling refreshed and sad that our stay was over.
Guest review by
Garry
United Kingdom

Zao Kokusai Hotel

Zao Onsen
From US$394.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
Great onsen hotel. The room was nicely refurbished. Private osen can be rented at a very reasonable price. The public osen was beautiful. Meals were absolutely delicious. Exceptional service. Staff were very friendly and professional.
Guest review by
Pui Ki Peggy
Hong Kong

Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery

Tendo
From US$548.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
The all-inclusive format is amazing. It felt like an immersive experience into Japanese culture and customs. The dinner was amazing and we truly enjoyed it. The possibility to use a private onsen was special.
Guest review by
Glenda
United Kingdom

Senkeien Tsukioka Hotel

Kaminoyama
From US$244.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews
The staff was really helpful. They did their best to help me with anything I needed even with the language barrier. I thought the bath was really nice and the room was relaxing.
Guest review by
Shawna
South Korea

Zao Shiki no Hotel

Zao Onsen
From US$229.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews
The room is so big and clean! The breakfast and dinner are awesome, so I ate a lot 😁 It's nearby The Towering Snow Monsters, but a little bit far from the onsen street.
Guest review by
Pam
Taiwan

APA Hotel Yamagata Tsuruoka Ekimae

Tsuruoka
From US$85.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews
Location couldn't be more perfect, opposite the station and with easy access to restaurant options.
Guest review by
Rebecca
Australia

Hotel Koyo

Kaminoyama
From US$359.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
The 2 baths on the Property were excellent, the view from the one of the 8th Floor was amazing
Guest review by
Liam
Australia

Takinoyu Hotel

Tendo
From US$366.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
A very friendly welcome on arrival. Excellent service. Beautifully appointed rooms.
Guest review by
Alan
Australia

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso

Zao Onsen
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Room size was amazing , the staff and facilities very good . Food is great
Guest review by
janie
United Arab Emirates

Kansyokan

Mogami
From US$128.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 769 reviews
wha can i say about a ryokan, this ine is great, i loved it!!
Guest review by
RODRIGO
Switzerland

Yamagata Grand Hotel

Yamagata
From US$99.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,409 reviews
Good location with parking. Room huge. Toilet clean.
Guest review by
Tan
Singapore

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I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata!

I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata! The location is absolutely perfect—conveniently connected to the station, making it easy to explore the city and surrounding areas. The hotel itself is modern, clean, and well-maintained, providing a comfortable and relaxing experience. The staff were very welcoming and attentive, always ready to assist with a smile. While their hospitality was excellent, I did find that a bit more fluency in English communication would enhance the experience for international guests. That being said, their warmth and willingness to help more than made up for any language barriers. Overall, I truly enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata to anyone visiting the area. Looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Guest review by
Rolando
Australia
2.0

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and...

We booked this hotel specifically because it was sold and represented as offering a mountain view room. Unfortunately, this turned out to be a serious misrepresentation. Only about 10% of the view included any mountain at all. The overwhelming majority of what we saw from our room was another building and rooftops. This was extremely disappointing and upsetting, especially given the premium we paid for this experience. The disappointment left us distressed and unable to even enjoy the expensive dinner and breakfast that were included in our package. What was meant to be a highlight of our trip turned into a very unpleasant experience. To make matters worse, when we left hastily, we accidentally forgot one of our cell phones in the room. Several hours later, after driving back, we were relieved that the phone had been recovered and placed at the front desk. However, the staff made no effort during the entire day to contact us on our primary phone number to alert us. This lack of initiative and courtesy only added to our frustration. For a hotel of this caliber, we expected honesty in advertising, basic consideration for guests’ wellbeing, and a proactive approach to guest service. Unfortunately, none of these expectations were met.
Guest review by
Jeff Rayden
United States
8.0

Nice village style ski resort.

Nice village style ski resort. Not busy except for the weekend, which ended up a long weekend as it was the Emperor's birthday on the monday. Always good to check public holidays when going to a ski resort and arrive on a Sunday afternoon.
Guest review by
Christian
Australia
10

The main town section can offer so many places to visit.

The main town section can offer so many places to visit. Modern looking new museum, small yet beautiful and historic park/shrine, traditional sake brewery, and many many restaurants. We took a long bus ride to a remote onsen town, Shirabu Onsen. Boy, we had fun.. You can hike, see a gorgeous, majestic waterfall, enjoy soba noodle, shopping AND soak in one of the three public bathhouses (they are actually inn but open their baths to the daytime visitors.) The one we went to, Nishiya?, had a spectacular waterfall bath. It's smaller - but if you can visit during weekdays, you may be able to enjoy the space, alone, which we both did. I will never forget being in the bath. Oh, AND, you will probably come across bunch of wild monkeys, roaming around like they own the place :-)
Guest review by
Richard
United States
10

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities.

Sakata is a very quiet town with a few facilities. Most of the attractions are walkable if you stay close to the river, slightly long walk from train station. You can visit all attractions within a day (two night stays recommended if you arrived late). Please make sure that the day you arrive all the places are open (not Tuesday or Wednesday). Another interesting town in Japan for a visit.
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand
10

Yamagata is a beautiful city.

Yamagata is a beautiful city. It was also our base for visiting other places. We went to Yamadera, Ginza Onsen and Zao Onsen by train and bus, from the Yamagata station. Had Ramen, which was reasonable in value
Guest review by
Anonymous
8.0

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing.

Lots of snow during our stay in December. Great skiing. Ideally stay around ski lifts so its easier to get to the lifts.. Just be aware to choose a sunny day to take the ski lifts to view the Snow Monster! Takes around more than 1 hour to get on the ski lifts. Many tourist and queue is long. You wont be able to see much if the weather is bad. Never short of snow in Zao Onsen. Nice little village with Lawsons, Family Marts to get your usual Japanese stuff. Limited restaurants but can get by with simple meals. If you want to get to Yamagata City its only 30 mins away by taxi. You have a choice if you want more varieties.
Guest review by
Meng
Malaysia
8.0

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan...

Yonezawa city has Uesugi Jinjya, the site of the Uesugi clan castle. It is very nice, and they have museum and things to see. It's worth a visit to check it out. There is two near-by Onsen, the Onogawa and Shirabu to stay. Yonezawa beef is superb, one of the best in the country. It is also expensive.
Guest review by
Yamashita
United States
10

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic.

The Yamagata Ski area (Zao Onsen) is fantastic. It wasnt crowded, lessons for kids and adults were AUD$55 for 4 hours, lifts were @4$ per lift. Gear hire was AUD$65 for 2 days PP. In Australia lift passes are $250 per day alone. The hotel Sailor Hutte was literally at the base of the ski lifts. Food was cheap ($10-14 per meal) booze was cheap ($3.50 for a beer). The guys at the Hotel Sailor Hutte were great, make an effort to chat with them via your translator app. Its worth it. One more thing, I would recommend buying Shinkansen tickets directly from JR East rail online. Heaps cheaper than buying a seven day pass unless you are planning to spend 7 days on the train. FYI there are 3 Shinkansen companies East, Central and West. They have there own websites a bit clunky in English but it works. Good luck.
Guest review by
Kieran
Australia
8.0

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays.

In the summer, Zao is very quiet during weekdays. It rains almost every day, so it's advisable to pack quick-dry clothes and sturdy shoes for walking uphill and downhill. If you prefer fruits and vegetables, make sure to bring some with you, as there's no fresh market in town and the only local convenience store doesn't offer many healthy choices. If you happen to encounter a serow, don't make the mistake we did by running away thinking it was a hyena—quite silly of us!
Guest review by
NANTANA
Thailand

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