What a find this place is. This traditional Japanese Inn or Ryokan is situated at the end of a long winding bus trip up a mountain in Yamagata. The scenery is breathtaking with thick blankets of snow covering everything. The place had a magical wonderland feel about it. We arrived late in the afternoon and were met by two very... More

The Onsen town is beautiful with lots of nearby facilities, inns, and restaurants. You can enjoy the view of Zao mountain from your room. The hotel has different hot spring baths with milky sulfuric water that has a PH value of close to 1, leaving your skin feeling soft and silky after soaking. You will enjoy the lovely nature's view... More

My family has been skiing in japan every winter for two decades, and Zao Onsen offers the most scenic powder of them all. We stayed at Tsuruya for a week and everyone gained at least 5 pounds due to the great food (the portions are big, and you just can't stop eating...). The 5 different onsen private rooms are great... More

The hotel is right across from bus station and Tourist info centre. I was afraid it'd be noisy, but it wasn't. Very convenient location, easy access to ski lifts and ropeways - if too far for you to walk, they'd ferry you there on their van or bus, FOC! Plus, they'll pick you up too-within the stated hours. Mr Muruyama... More