Relax and rejuvenate with the Beauty Hot Spring and Forest Therapy Road.
Yuze Onsen Village stretches along the gorge of the clear Yoneshiro River. Said to have been named for its abundant hot water—so plentiful that it even springs up from the river shallows—this Onsen area is also highly popular as a “beauty bath” thanks to its skin-friendly waters. Yuze Gorge, selected as one of the New Akita 30 Scenic Spots, is also certified as a Forest Therapy Road with proven relaxation benefits, attracting guests each year in search of healing. It also offers convenient access to Oyu Stone Circles, part of the UNESCO World Heritage “Jomon Prehistoric Sites in Northern Japan.”
This was a Hotel I’m truly glad I stayed at. The front desk staff spoke gently and clearly, which made me feel at ease. Just then, a loud group from overseas came close and startled me, but thanks to the staff’s professional handling, I was able to get to my Room without crossing paths with them or having an unpleasant experience. I had braced myself for a noisy night, but it was quiet and I slept soundly—perhaps because we were in a separate building from the group—and I really appreciated that consideration. Since some Korean guests were on the same floor as us, we even had a chance to chat in the elevator. The staff’s hospitality was warm, the Onsen was excellent, and it’s a Hotel I would definitely like to visit again. In the second photo are magewappa wooden bento boxes used on the ceiling of the breakfast venue—I was truly impressed.
This was my third stay, and I was very satisfied with this cost-effective Hotel. I felt that the Hotel values customer feedback, continuously improves, and reflects it well in various services. The smiles and greetings from the dinner venue staff were very pleasant. The children's festival is a service that makes families with children want to return to the Hotel, so I hope it continues in the future. As for the storytelling session at 8 PM, while I could understand the dialect, the voice was low and hard to hear at times; speaking a bit louder would make it more enjoyable. The breakfast buffet had a wide variety of delicious options. This is one of the Hotels I would like to visit again in the future. Thank you very much for your hospitality!
| IN | 15:00～19:00 |
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| OUT | 10:00 |
| Number of rooms | 114 rooms |
| Pet | Not allowed |
| Your child | Permitted |
To comply with the invoice system, only one receipt will be issued per payment or transaction.
We are unable to issue receipts for divided accommodation fees for a single room per night or partial amounts of the accommodation fee.
【Safety Measures Against Bear Encounters】
In recent years, bear sightings have been reported across the whole country.
At Iconia Hospitality, we take safety measures regularly to ensure that families with children and elderly guests can stay with peace of mind.
【Main Initiatives at Our Hotel】
- We frequently check local bear sighting information.
- We maintain communication with police stations, fire departments, and local organizations to prepare for emergencies.
- Garbage is managed in secured areas with lids or doors to prevent attracting bears.
- Bear bells, flashlights, and bear spray are available at the front desk.*
*Available items may vary depending on the facility.
In case a bear is spotted within hotel premises, we will promptly notify guests via in-house announcements and coordinate responses with police and fire departments. Please follow staff instructions during such situations.
【Requests to Guests】
- Please avoid going out at night or after dusk as much as possible.
- Do not leave food or garbage around the hotel premises.
- If you have any concerns, feel free to contact our front desk staff.
Our team remains committed to ensuring your safe and comfortable stay through continued safety management efforts.
Trick Art: The Mysterious World of Akita Ranga
Twelve trick-art works are on display, incorporating the style of “Akita Ranga,” a painting technique born in the Edo period. Naotake Odano was born in the Edo period as the son of an Akita samurai. From Kakunodate—known as the “Little Kyoto of Tohoku”—he was inspired by Western paintings and pursued art, developing a distinctive style that introduced previously unseen techniques such as perspective and shading. His skill was so remarkable that a painting of Buddha he created around age 17 was enshrined at a shrine. It is also said that he taught Western painting to Yoshimichi Satake, lord of the Akita Domain, and he is known as the artist who drew illustrations for the famous “Kaitai Shinsho” (New Book of Anatomy).
Large Public Bath
Yuze Gorge, flowing through the heart of the Yoneshiro River, is one of the “New 30 Scenic Views of Akita.” The Meiji-era poet Takuboku Ishikawa was deeply moved by this place and left the words, “Kazuno, a land set apart by mountains encircled with blue ridges,” praising its ever-changing scenery through the seasons. Yuze Onsen is an alkaline simple hot spring said to help improve skin troubles such as acne, and is also known as a “beauty bath.” Enjoy Onsen and dining in a serene Japanese-style setting.
Guestrooms Preserving Traditional Japanese Charm
Our main accommodations are authentic Japanese-style Rooms that cherish “Wagokoro,” the Japanese spirit of harmony. We also offer Japanese-Western style Rooms and single-type guest Rooms.
Yuze Onsen, the Hot Spring of Beauty
The hot spring water is a clear, colorless alkaline spring. It is known as a “beauty bath” for its soap-like cleansing effect that helps lift excess oil from the skin.
Traditional Hearth Kaiseki Dinner
The Kita-Akita area is the birthplace of “irori” hearth cuisine. At our Hotel, we also offer a kaiseki set featuring charcoal-grilled skewers, river fish, and miso tanpo slowly cooked over charcoal. We also recommend our seasonal à la carte dishes.
Ranked in the Top Tier in Two Categories in the Tohoku Region!
Thank you very much for your many supportive votes in the Onsen Accommodation & Hotel General Election 2025. Although we unfortunately missed out on first place this year, we were honored to receive top rankings in the Tohoku region in both the “Casual/Great Value” category and the “Family” category!
![[Seasonal Blessings Kaiseki (Spring)] (March–May)](https://www.img-ikyu.com/contents/common/image/acc4/00901544/5/org/14025786.jpg?auto=compress,format&lossless=0)
Our spring menu, available since March, can be enjoyed through May 31.
Savor a gourmet spring getaway with seasonal ingredients and locally inspired dishes.
Sample Menu: “Blessings of the Land Kaiseki – Spring”
Hot Pot Dish: Himekami Wagyu beef soy-milk shabu-shabu
Sashimi: Tuna, seared Spanish mackerel, ark shell clam, sweet shrimp, assorted garnishes
Simmered Dish: Steamed white fish with rapeseed blossoms, topped with sea lettuce seaweed sauce
Grilled Dish: Saikyo miso-marinated rockfish, young bamboo shoots, pickled ginger bud
Hot Pot: Akita specialty Kiritanpo hot pot
Rice Dish: Clay-pot rice with sakura shrimp and green peas
Soup: Miso soup with clams
*In addition to the above, this is a 10-course kaiseki meal including appetizers, pickles, dessert, and more.
*Photos are for illustration purposes (menu items may change by season).
*Menu contents may change depending on the season and ingredient availability.
We offer other menus as well—please take a look at our Plans.
We look forward to your Reservation.
| Card information | VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS |
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| Pets | Not allowed |
| Breakfast | ~A Buffet of Approximately 55 Japanese and Western Dishes~ We offer "Akita Cuisine," a healthy selection featuring seasonal ingredients. |
| Your child | You can stay. 【Children's Amenities & Rental Services】
＊ Always available at the amenity corner:
- Disposable diapers
＊ Available for rental at the front desk:
- Children's amenity set
- Nursing light
- Baby soap
- Kids' shampoo and conditioner
- Baby lotion
- Diaper pail
- Child toilet seat adapter
- Wet wipes
- Baby hangers |
| Room service | Not available |
| Common amenities |
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| Facilities and Features |
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| Esthetic Massage | None |
| Fitness gym | None |
| Public Bath |
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| Open-air bath |
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| Spring quality and benefits | Simple Onsen Neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulder, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive disorders ※Regarding the notation of "Gensen Kakenagashi" |
| Sauna | Available |
| Hot stone spa | None |
| Others | Other card information: Saison Card, Mitsubishi UFJ NICOS, DC Card, Yahoo! JAPAN Card, Rakuten Card |
*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*
*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*
◆ Nearest Station: Yuze Onsen Station (3-minute walk)
◆ Nearest IC: Kazuno Hachimantai IC (10-minute drive)
◆ Nearest Airport: Aomori Airport (90-minute drive or taxi)
・Business Hours: 05:00～24:00 ・Hot spring: Available ・Free-flowing: None ・Cloudy hot spring water: None ・Supplementary information: 100% natural hot spring (Heating) Bathing hours are from 5:00 to 10:00 and 15:00 to 24:00 for both men and women.
The spring quality and efficacy of the hot spring are as follows. ・Spring quality: Simple Onsen ・Spring efficacy: Neuralgia, muscle pain, joint pain, frozen shoulder, bruises, sprains, chronic digestive disorders
There are the following facilities and features. Hot spring・Open-air bath・Large public bath・Sauna・Free shuttle service
◆ Nearest Station: Yuze Onsen Station (3-minute walk) ◆ Nearest IC: Kazuno Hachimantai IC (10-minute drive) ◆ Nearest Airport: Aomori Airport (90-minute drive or taxi)
・Fee： Free for guests ・Parking space： Length --- Vehicle width --- Vehicle height --- ・Number of parking spaces： 100 cars ・Valet Service： Unavailable
Connection is possible. ・Wi-Fi is available. For more details, please refer to the room and plan information.
Yes, there is.
![[Special Kaiseki & Premium Kaiseki] Savor the flavors by the irori fireplace](https://www.img-ikyu.com/contents/common/image/acc4/00901544/2/org/12961952.jpg?auto=compress,format&lossless=0&fit=crop&w=200&h=200&q=30)
