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Zao Onsen Kinosato

Property class: 2
Ryokan near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort in Yamagata

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A traditional Japanese onsen with wooden benches and a stone bath.
A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a red umbrella.
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sofa with cushions, and a sliding door.
A large, multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with chairs and tables, and a red umbrella.

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1271-1 Zaoonsen, Zao, Yamagata, Yamagata-ken, 990-2301
  • Place, Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Zao Sanroku Ropeway
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Zao Chuo Ropeway
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Yamagata (GAJ)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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View all photos for Standard Japanese Style 8 Tatami No Bath

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Standard Japanese Style 8 Tatami No Bath

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Double Futons

View all photos for Chic Modern Twin 8 Tatami Semi Western Style

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of trees through large windows.

Chic Modern Twin 8 Tatami Semi Western Style

  • Sleeps 4

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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Mountain Standard Japanese-style 10 Tatami

  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Double Futons

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Mountain Superior Japanese Modern Twin 12 Tatami

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Futons

View all photos for Modern Japanese-western room, Non-smoking ([Chic Modern]Twin + 8 tatami mat Japanese-style room, Japanese-Western style room 30㎡)

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sofa with cushions, and a sliding door.

Modern Japanese-western room, Non-smoking ([Chic Modern]Twin + 8 tatami mat Japanese-style room, Japanese-Western style room 30㎡)

  • Sleeps 7

View all photos for Standard Japanese room, Mountain view, Non-smoking, Smoking/non-smoking not specified ([Mountain Side Standard] Japanese-style Room 10 tatami with Bath and Toilet)

A teapot, a bowl with a towel, and a piece of paper with Japanese text on a tray.

Standard Japanese room, Mountain view, Non-smoking, Smoking/non-smoking not specified ([Mountain Side Standard] Japanese-style Room 10 tatami with Bath and Toilet)

  • Sleeps 9

View all photos for Standard Japanese room, Non-smoking, Smoking/non-smoking not specified ([Standard] Japanese-style room with 8 tatami mats, no bath, with toilet)

A teapot, a bowl with a towel, and a piece of paper with Japanese text on a tray.

Standard Japanese room, Non-smoking, Smoking/non-smoking not specified ([Standard] Japanese-style room with 8 tatami mats, no bath, with toilet)

  • Sleeps 9

View all photos for Twin room, Mountain view, Non-smoking ([Mountain Side Superior] Japanese Modern Twin Room (12 tatami mats) with Bath and Toilet)

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a view of greenery outside.

Twin room, Mountain view, Non-smoking ([Mountain Side Superior] Japanese Modern Twin Room (12 tatami mats) with Bath and Toilet)

  • Sleeps 7

View all photos for Twin room, Mountain view, Non-smoking ([Mountain Side Luxury] 3rd-floor corner room guaranteed, Japanese-modern twin 28㎡)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two lounge chairs, a small table, and a view of the countryside.

Twin room, Mountain view, Non-smoking ([Mountain Side Luxury] 3rd-floor corner room guaranteed, Japanese-modern twin 28㎡)

  • Sleeps 11

View all photos for Mountain 3rd Floor Corner Japanese Modern Twin

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two lounge chairs, a small table, and a view of the countryside.

Mountain 3rd Floor Corner Japanese Modern Twin

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Double Futons

View all photos for Japanese room, Non-smoking Japanese-style room 8 tatami + 8 tatami Spacious two-room layout no bath, with toilet

A white Daikin air conditioner unit with a control panel and a power outlet.

Japanese room, Non-smoking Japanese-style room 8 tatami + 8 tatami Spacious two-room layout no bath, with toilet

  • Sleeps 11

View all photos for Japanese-style Room

A room with tatami flooring, a black table, purple cushions, a radiator, and a window with sheer curtains.

Japanese-style Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Double Futons

About the area

Yamagata

Zaoonsen stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Zaoonsen ryokan, you'll find Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Quasi-National Park. Zao Sanroku Ropeway and Zao Chuo Ropeway are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zao Sky Cable - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Zao Super Slider - 6 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 29 min drive
  • Yamagata Airport (GAJ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪トマトの森 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪レストラン横倉 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪奥村そばや - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪音茶屋 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪SHIN ZAO - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Zao Onsen Kinosato

Ryokan near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort in Yamagata
  • 22 guestrooms or units
Zao Onsen Kinosato offers 22 accommodations.

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

    We should mention

    • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

    Frequently asked questions

    How close is Zao Onsen Kinosato to the airport?

    Zao Onsen Kinosato is 26.6 mi (49-min drive) away from the Yamagata Airport (GAJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Zao Onsen Kinosato?

    As of Sept 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zao Onsen Kinosato on Sept 25, 2026 start from CA $261, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

    Does Zao Onsen Kinosato have an airport shuttle?

    Airport shuttle services are not available at Zao Onsen Kinosato.

    Does Zao Onsen Kinosato offer free breakfast?

    Zao Onsen Kinosato does not offer free breakfast.

    Is there a casino at Zao Onsen Kinosato?

    No, there is no casino at this ryokan.

    What time is check-in at Zao Onsen Kinosato?

    Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM.

    Is there free parking at Zao Onsen Kinosato?

    Free parking is not available at this ryokan.

    Does Zao Onsen Kinosato have a pool?

    Zao Onsen Kinosato does not have a pool.

    Does Zao Onsen Kinosato have a spa?

    There are no spa services available at this ryokan.

    How close is Zao Onsen Kinosato to downtown Yamagata?

    Zao Onsen Kinosato is 6.8 mi away from Yamagata.

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