Enjoy Akayu Onsen at a property resembling an art museum.

Ryokan Yamato-ya, nestled in the Akayu Onsen, welcomes guests into a space reminiscent of an art gallery. The interior, harmonizing tradition and modernity, offers a special experience to all visitors. We promise a stay that refreshes both body and mind while enjoying the seasonal beauty of nature. Indulge in a luxurious moment.

  • I was a bit anxious about staying with my grandchild, but the staff at the Ryokan were very attentive, and we had a wonderful time. The Onsen was also great—calm and relaxing. I’d like to visit again for the Onsen and the Japanese sake tasting set.

    Yahoo!トラベルユー... 3/24/2026
  • Thank you very much for your kind consideration.We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.

    Yahoo!トラベルユー... 3/14/2026

Facilities and Services

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  • Hot spring
Free-flowing hot spring / Large public bath / Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
IN15:00~18:00
OUT10:00
Number of rooms17 rooms
PetNot allowed
Your childPermitted
Renovated while preserving the original structure from its founding.
  • Japanese-style Room
  • Capacity 1~5 people

Room-Only Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥18,000
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥14,850
(USD 93.18)

Breakfast-Included Plan Convenient for Leisure and Business

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥21,000
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥17,325
(USD 108.71)
After bathing, relax under the calm lighting.
  • Japanese-style Room
  • Capacity 1~4 people

Room-Only Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥20,000
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥16,500
(USD 103.53)

Breakfast-Included Plan Convenient for Leisure and Business

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥23,000
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥18,975
(USD 119.06)
  • Japanese-style Room
  • Capacity 1~6 people

Room-Only Plan

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥24,000
No meals ; 2 peopleTax included¥19,800
(USD 124.24)

Breakfast-Included Plan Convenient for Leisure and Business

IN 15:00~20:00
OUT 10:00
¥26,000
Breakfast included ; 2 peopleTax included¥21,450
(USD 134.59)

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Introduction of the Accommodation

On-site
An interior resembling an art museum

From paintings by Matisse, Chagall, Picasso to ceramics by Rosanjin, artworks are displayed everywhere, resembling an art museum.

Akayu Onsen
A large public bath to enjoy the benefits of Akayu Onsen flowing directly from the source.

At Ryokan Yamato-ya's large communal bath, you can enjoy the abundant benefits of Akayu Onsen with its natural spring water flow. Relax and feel the warmth of the Onsen gently enveloping your skin, relieving daily fatigue, and experiencing the tranquil flow of time. We offer moments of bliss along with the natural scenery extending outside the window.

Room
Relaxing Room

The warmth of wood and the refreshing scent of tatami create a high-quality and comfortable Japanese ambiance.

Cuisine
Seasonal cuisine

Enjoy kaiseki cuisine featuring Yamagata's unique ingredients, surrounded by abundant nature.

Basic Information

Card information
VISA / MASTER / JCB / AMEX / DINERS
Pets
Not allowed
BreakfastThere is no information about breakfast.
Your child
You can stay.
【Infant Supplies】 Infant dining chair, infant tableware
Room service
Not available
Common amenities
  • ○ Shampoo · conditioner
  • ○ Body soap · soap
  • ○ Towel · Bath towel
  • × Body towel · sponge
  • ○ Toothbrush set
  • ○ Comb · Brush
  • × Shower cap
  • × Hair dryer
  • ○ Shaving
  • × Shaving Gel/Foam
  • × Bath additives
  • ○ Yukata
  • × Nightwear
  • × Bathrobe
  • ○ Slippers
  • × facial cleanser
  • × Toner
  • × Lotion
  • × Makeup remover
  • × Cotton swab
  • × Cotton
  • × Clothing deodorizing spray
  • ○ Refrigerator
  • × Minibar
  • ○ Electric kettle
  • × Tea set (free)
  • × Television
  • ○ Safe
  • × Scale
  • × Trouser press
  • × Free morning edition
  • × Pay-per-view broadcast
  • × Satellite broadcasting
  • × Video on Demand
  • × Radio
  • × CD player
  • × DVD player
  • × Blu-ray player
  • × Speakers for portable audio
  • × In-room PCs and tablets
Facilities and Features
  • ○ Hot spring
  • × Rooms with open-air baths available
  • × Open-air bath
  • ○ Free-flowing hot spring
  • ○ Large public bath
  • × Private bath
  • × Sauna
  • × Ganbanyoku (rock bathing)
  • × Within a 5-minute walk from the station
  • ○ Within a 5-minute walk to the convenience store.
  • × Indoor pool
  • × Outdoor pool
  • × Pet-friendly
  • × Spa facility
  • × Fitness
  • × Free shuttle service
  • × Shuttle Service (Paid)
  • × Room service
  • × Room Service Available 24 Hours
  • × Barrier-free
  • × Childcare services
Esthetic Massage
None
Fitness gym
None
Public Bath
The number of Public Bath
2
Business Hours
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Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
Available
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Room with Onsen Indoor Bath
Hot spring
Available
Free-flowing
None
Milky hot spring water
None
Additional Information
100% natural hot spring
Remarks
Spring quality and benefits

Chloride spring, sulfur spring

Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, lumbago, neuralgia, frozen shoulder, contusion, sprain, cold sensitivity, peripheral circulation disorders, gastrointestinal function decline, mild hypertension, impaired glucose tolerance, mild hypercholesterolemia, mild asthma or emphysema, hemorrhoid pain, autonomic nervous instability, sleep disorders, depressive state, fatigue recovery, health promotion, post-illness recovery period.

※Regarding the notation of "Gensen Kakenagashi"
In some facilities, heating or adding water for temperature adjustment may be performed. Additionally, please note that in some parts of the facility, the hot spring water may not be free-flowing from the source. For more details, please contact each facility.

SaunaNone
Hot stone spaNone

Reviews

Overall Score
4.06
(24)
  • Rooms & Amenities
    4.13
  • Facility
    3.83
  • Hospitality & Service
    3.96
  • Meals
    4.19
  • Onsen & Bath
    4.21
  • Satisfaction
    4.08

*Reviews that have been translated from Japanese.*

*Showing only reviews from 一休.com (Japanese) and Yahoo!トラベル.*

Access Information

Address
Yamagata PrefectureNanyo City, Akayu 972
TEL:+81-238-43-2257

◆Nearest station: Akayu Station (5 minutes by car or taxi)
20 minutes on foot from Akayu Station

Parking Information
Fee
Free for guests
Parking time
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Parking space
No restrictions
Number of parking spaces
60 cars available outdoor
Valet service
Unavailable
Covered motorcycle parking available

Pickup and drop-off information
UnavailableNone

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