Lots of unique hot springs! Hot spring inns you'll want to visit on your trip in Yamagata Prefecture

Yamagata Prefecture, which faces the Sea of ​​Japan, is home to many famous hot springs. Some hot springs overlook the ocean, while others are located in the mountains, so you can enjoy visiting the hot springs while enjoying nature. This time we will introduce some particularly recommended hot springs and famous inns.

Yunohama Onsen

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As the name suggests, Yunohama Onsen is located in a place overlooking the Sea of ​​Japan, and is also called Kame no Yu. Yunohama Onsen, which boasts a history of over 1,000 years, has tourist spots that have been awarded Michelin stars, and Shurenji Temple and Chido Museum are especially popular. Yunohama Onsen is a chlorinated hot spring that warms the body, making it perfect for people who are sensitive to cold.

Recommended accommodation in Yunohama Onsen “Yusuitei Isagoya”

Yusuitei Isagoya is known for its large public bath overlooking Shonai Beach, which has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 sunsets. There are a wide variety of guest rooms, including rooms with open-air baths and special rooms, and depending on the room, you may be able to see a beautiful sunset. Dinner includes plenty of seafood caught from Shonai Beach, allowing you to enjoy the unique local flavors.

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Zao Onsen

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Zao Onsen, one of the ``Ou Santakayu'' hot springs, is a highly acidic sulfur spring that is said to be effective for beautifying the skin. For this reason, it is sometimes called ``princess bath'' or ``beautiful skin bath''.
Located at an altitude of 900 meters, it is visited by many people as a highland resort, especially in the summer.
There are also plenty of hot springs available.

Recommended accommodation in Zao Onsen “Zao Kokusai Hotel”

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The public bath at Zao Kokusai Hotel, which is highly rated on online accommodation sites, uses hot water straight from the source, so you can bathe in fresh water. The open-air bath has a feeling of openness, and you can enjoy two types of hot water at different temperatures. For dinner, the stone-grilled meal using local Yamagata beef is popular.

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Akakura Onsen

Akakura Onsen, which springs up near the Akakura Ski Resort, has been visited by many famous people, and many historic sites and famous places still remain. The hot spring town along the Oguni River has an elegant atmosphere, and you can enjoy touring the hot springs to the fullest. The quality of the spring water is calcium, sodium, and sulfate, and many people come here to take a bath.

Recommended accommodation in Akakura Onsen: “Inn for bath lovers, Ryokan Shakunage-so”

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``Bath Lover's Inn Ryokan Shakunage-so'' is a ryokan that only accommodates 4 groups per day and is perfect for those who want to enjoy hot springs away from the hustle and bustle. Each of the four types of open-air baths and two types of indoor baths can be reserved for free, and you can bathe whenever you like 24 hours a day. You'll be able to fully enjoy the freshness of the hot water flowing directly from 100% natural hot springs.

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In addition to the ones introduced here, Yamagata Prefecture has many other famous hot springs such as Sakuranbo Higashine Onsen and Ginzan Onsen. Many inns use hot water that flows directly from the source, so stay overnight and soak in the hot water as many times as you like. Your daily fatigue will surely be blown away.