Zaoonsen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by 靖 徐
Photo by 靖 徐
Photo by Steve Benham
Photo by Steve Benham
Photo "Zaoonsen" by Yobito KAYANUMA (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Yobito KAYANUMA (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Zaoonsen" by Mamusi Taka (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Mamusi Taka (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Zaoonsen" by Mamusi Taka (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
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Popular places to visit

Momiji Park

Momiji Park

Momiji Park is just one of the places to see in Yamagata, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.

Momiji Park

Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

4/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

Zao Sanroku Ropeway

You can take time to visit Zao Sanroku Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

Zao Sanroku Ropeway

Zao Chuo Ropeway

4/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Zao Chuo Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.

Zao Chuo Ropeway

Zao Super Slider

You can take time to visit Zao Super Slider during your travels to Yamagata.

Zao Super Slider

Zao Sky Cable

You can take time to visit Zao Sky Cable during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside.

Zao Sky Cable

Our pick of the best Zaoonsen Hotel Deals

Omiya Ryokan
Omiya Ryokan
3 out of 5
46 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata
Fully refundable
The price is AU$222 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$222
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (106 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay during the ski season. The staff is very friendly and the location is close to the gondola."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Omiya Ryokan
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
3 out of 5
1272, Zao-Onsen, Yamagata, Yamagata
Fully refundable
The price is AU$242 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$242
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews)
"Particularly excellent onsen!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
3.5 out of 5
Zao Onsen 54, Yamagata, Yamagata
The price is AU$444 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$444
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 3.5-star ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
"The staff was great! They take care of everything and are super friendly."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Takamiya Hotel Hammond
3 out of 5
Zao Onsen Uenodai 94-1, Yamagata, Yamagata
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free parking, hot springs on site, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
"We had a large Japanese style room. The onsen was good. Breakfast at the nearby hotel on the way to the ski lifts was a bargain for 980 yen!! It is about a 15 minute walk to the nearest supermarket"

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2025

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Takamiya Hotel Hammond
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
3.5 out of 5
Zao-onsen 710, Yamagata
The price is AU$248 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$248
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (225 reviews)
Jan 2025 Family Ski Trip
"The staff are super friendly and always ready to help. The daily prepared meals were delicious and many varieties to choose from. Being able to book hot spring without leaving the resort was super convenient. Loved our family time here in Japan and will definitely come back again soon."

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Meitoya So
Meitoya So
3 out of 5
48, Zao-Onsen, Yamagata-shi, Yamagata, Yamagata-ken
The price is AU$232 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$232
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3-star ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Chuo Ropeway ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (66 reviews)
"We had a room with half board and enjoyed the 24 hr Natural hot spring within the hotel. Free shuttle to the bus station after check out was helpful as it snowed the night before"

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Meitoya So
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