Zaoonsen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Kajo Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kajo Park, a lovely green space in Yamagata. Discover the area's countryside and temples.
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.
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 Chuo Ropeway
You can take time to visit Zao Chuo Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Zao Super Slider
You can take time to visit Zao Super Slider during your travels to Yamagata.
Activities
Mt Fuji Area Private Guided Tours in English-Nature up close, quiet, personal
AU$583
per adult
Our pick of the best Zaoonsen Hotel Deals
Omiya Ryokan
46 Zao Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is AU$170 per night from 11 June to 12 June
AU$170
11 June - 12 June
Stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (160 reviews)
"Had no ac due to the time of year we jut opened windows to allow air flow. Room was super clean definitely exceeded our expectations."
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
YuiLocalZao
219-1 Zaoonsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is AU$154 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$154
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Ropeway ...
Zao Onsen Zao Shiki No Hotel
1272, Zao-Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is AU$252 per night from 17 June to 18 June
AU$252
17 June - 18 June
Stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Ropeway ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (176 reviews)
"Absolutely incredible! The staff was very friendly and the onsens were relaxing. We didn't realize there was a shiatsu massage chair in the room. That was a definite bonus. We went for the junior suite, which was a bit of a splurge, but worth every penny. I would definitely recommend the ..."
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso
Zao Onsen 54 Yamagata Yamagata
The price is AU$403 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$403
16 June - 17 June
Stay at this ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"Very recommed"
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Gokan no Yu Tsuruya
Zao-onsen 710 Yamagata
The price is AU$239 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$239
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this spa ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Zao International Hotel
933 Zao Onsen Yamagata Yamagata
The price is AU$293 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$293
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this ryokan in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Ropeway ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Clean room, amenities, massage chair, suite-like room, futuristic Toyo toilet, TV in each room, two beds, spacious bathroom, the whole package. I stayed for three nights in the Luxury suite. It was worth it. They have three restaurants in the hotel. The Zao Ropeway is 5 to 10 minutes away. You can ..."
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
