20 Lodgings in Tohoku

Ginzan Onsen's quintessential ryokan is also registered as a Tangible Cultural Property

An onsen resort popular for its open-air rock bath where you can feel the change of the seasons

Surrounded by the beautiful green forests of Nambu red pine, you can soak in blissful peace and quiet.

An onsen resort where you can enjoy dishes that make the most of Iwate's seasonal ingredients, together with local sake

An onsen resort popular for its open-air cypress bath, offering a sense of spaciousness

Aomori Winery Hotel in Ōwani features 4-star accommodation with ski-to-door access. This 4-star hotel offers ski storage space and free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge and luggage storage for guests. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. All rooms include a private bathroom. Guest rooms in Aomori Winery Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. The accommodation offers an asian or buffet breakfast. Ski equipment hire is available at this 4-star hotel and the area is popular for skiing. Aomori is 59 km from Aomori Winery Hotel. Aomori Airport is 47 km away.

かっぱの宿旅館三治郎 features indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths and various facilities including karaoke rooms and a sauna. All Japanese-style rooms come with mountain views and guests can request relaxing massages for an extra cost. JR Shiraishi Zao Train Station is a 40-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding. Each comes with a satellite TV, a safety deposit box and a fridge. Guests can enjoy green tea in their rooms and use the en suite bathroom. Local gifts can be bought at the souvenir shop and photocopying services are available at the front desk. Private hot-spring baths can be reserved for an extra cost. Kamado dining room serves a traditional multi-course meal for dinner and a Japanese set-menu for breakfast. Guests can enjoy slow-cooked Onsen eggs. Sanjiro Ryokan is a 5-minute drive from Zao Blueberry Farm and Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall. Eboshi Ski Resort is a 15-minute drive away.

Located in the Asamushi Onsen district of Aomori, Kaisenkaku is 19 km from Sannai-Maruyama site and 2 km from Asamushi Aquarium. The property is set 33 km from Hakkoda Ski Area, 38 km from Sukayu Onsen and 22 km from Moya Hills. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk as well as free WiFi. At the ryokan, rooms come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom, while some feature a sea view. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet, American or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The restaurant at Kaisenkaku specialises in Japanese cuisine. The property has a hot spring bath. Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodation. The nearest airport is Aomori Airport, 27 km from the property.

Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Mount Tanigawa, Hotel Futaba lies on the high plains of the historical Echigo-Yuzawa Onsen hot spring area. It offers comfortable Japanese rooms with private bathing facilities, as well as indoor and outdoor baths with splendid mountain views. All rooms are fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and traditional Japanese futon bedding. They are also equipped with an LCD TV, electric kettle and private bathroom with bath and shower. Guests can indulge in a Korean massage or reserve a private bath (kashikiri) at an additional fee to unwind in. There is also a women's-only spa. A daily breakfast can be enjoyed at Futaba's dining room, where it serves either a daily buffet breakfast with a variety of Japanese and Western dishes, or a Japanese breakfast. Hotel Futaba is a 7-minute walk from JR Echigoyuzawa Station, and a 5-minute walk from both Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort and the Yuzawa Highland Ropeway.

Set on 28-36th floors of Sendai's tallest building, The Westin Sendai offers a luxurious accommodation just a 10-minute walk from JR Sendai Station. Guests can work out in the free-use gym or receive rejuvenating massages at the on-site salon. 2 restaurants and a bar are available on site. Wi-Fi is provided at an additional charge. Fitted with chic furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows, rooms come with modern facilities like satellite LCD TV. A fridge, an electric kettle and minibar are included. The large en suite bathroom has a bath tub, a shower booth and free toiletries. Sendai Westin Hotel’s 24-hour front desk can arrange luggage storage and laundry services. The Flow Spa offers a variety of treatments, sauna and a relaxation lounge. Souvenir items can be purchased at the gift shop. Stylish Restaurant Symphony serves sophisticated Western cuisine, while traditional Japanese dishes can be savoured at Ichimuan restaurant, which is located on the top floor. Horizon Lounge & Bar offers afternoon tea, light meals and evening drinks. The Westin Hotel is a 10-minute drive to Rakuten Kobo Stadium Miyagi (formerly Kleenex Stadium Miyagi), and a 20-minute drive to Aoba Castle Park. Sendai Airport is located a 50-minute drive from the property.

Featuring hot spring baths that use natural hot water flowing directly from the source, which is neither heated nor recycled, Oushuku Onsen Choeikan is a ryokan in Shizukuishi. Free private parking and WiFi are available on site. All rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a TV, fridge, electric kettle and green tea set. Yukata robes, a hairdryer and slippers are included. The private bathrooms come with towels. A 24-hour front desk is available at this ryokan. There is a cafe on the ground floor that serves pastries and draft beer. A souvenir shop and massage room are located on site as well. A free shuttle is provided to the property from JR Shizukuishi Station, a 15-minute drive away. Tsunagi Hot Spring is a 20-minute drive away, while Morioka Station is a 30-minute drive from the property. The nearest airport is Hanamaki Airport, approximately a 60-minute drive from this accommodation.

Located right in front of Matsushima Bay, Komatsukan Kofu-tei offers accommodations with free wired internet access. Guests can refresh in the public hot-spring baths and enjoy traditional multi-course meals in their rooms. A free shuttle is available from JR Matsushima Kaigan Train Station, which is a 5-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature a TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Most rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding, while some rooms come with a private open-air bath. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the public indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths or reserve a hot-spring bath for private use. Massages can be requested for an extra cost and local souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Luggage storage and laptop rentals are available at the front desk. Local fresh seafood and ingredients are offered in the traditional multi-course meals. Kofutei Komatsukan is a 10-minute walk from Godaido Shrine and a 15-minute walk from Zugan-ji Temple.

Featuring mountain views, Kyukamura Ura-Bandai is situated in Kitashiobara and features a wellness area with a sauna and a hot spring bath. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the ryokan, each unit includes a desk. A fridge and kettle are also available. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. There is a coffee shop on-site. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at this 4-star ryokan. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Mount Bandai is 24 km from the ryokan, while Kitakata Station is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Fukushima Airport, 81 km from Kyukamura Ura-Bandai.

Wakamatsuya is situated a 3-minute walk from the Zao Onsen Ski Resort and the Zao Bus Terminal. It houses 3 public hot spring baths, including one which can be privately used based on availability. Its Japanese-style rooms offer mountain views. Free WiFi access is available in public areas and in all guest rooms. The property is a 33-minute drive from Lina World and a 45-minute drive from the Yamagata Train Station. A free transfer is available from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal. Rooms feature satellite TV, along with tea making facilities and a fridge. They also offer a private bathroom with bath and shower facilities and a hairdryer. A breakfast set menu is available and is served in the dining room. Guests can also opt for a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner (kaiseki). Guests can sing their hearts out at a karaoke session open during summer or have fun skiing. There are also shops in the hotel, and massage services can be requested.

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Yonezawa - Hotel / Vacation STAY 16072 is set in Yonezawa, 48 km from Kitakata Station and 49 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort. The property is around less than 1 km from Uesugi Shrine, a 18-minute walk from Yonezawa Station and 11 km from Takahata Station. All units in the hotel are equipped with a TV. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. The units at Yonezawa - Hotel / Vacation STAY 16072 feature air conditioning and a desk. The nearest airport is Yamagata Airport, 71 km from the accommodation.

Located in Myoko, 29 km from Zenkoji Temple, Myoko - Hotel / Vacation STAY 24121 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 31 km from Nagano Station, 43 km from Suzaka City Zoo and 43 km from Jigokudani Monkey Park. Togakushi Shrine is 25 km away and Lake Hokuryuko is 42 km from the hotel. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Ryuoo Ski Park is 43 km from the hotel, while Lake Nojiri is 7.7 km away. The nearest airport is Matsumoto Airport, 104 km from Myoko - Hotel / Vacation STAY 24121.

Situated in Sakata, 22 km from Kamo Aquarium, Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The rooms are fitted with a shared bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hotel all rooms have air conditioning and a TV. Kisakata Harbor is 37 km from Wakaba Ryokan / Vacation STAY 29366, while Konoura Harbor is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Shonai Airport, 13 km from the accommodation.

Super Hotel Hachinohe Nagayokocho is set in Hachinohe, 2.5 km from Konakano Station and 1.2 km from Hon-Hachinohe Station. The 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The units in Super Hotel Hachinohe Nagayokocho are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Hachinohe Park is 5.5 km from the accommodation, while Hachinohe Station is 8.1 km away. The nearest airport is Misawa Airport, 28 km from Super Hotel Hachinohe Nagayokocho.

A recently renovated villa set in Sado, 佐渡古民家ステイ さどまり -Sadomari Historical Villa- features a garden. This villa offers free private parking, bicycle parking and free WiFi. The spacious villa features 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa. The accommodation offers a fireplace. The nearest airport is Niigata Airport, 84 km from the villa.

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, 日本海 能生の宿 見晴らし亭 is located in Nōmachi. The property features sea views. A flat-screen TV is provided. A terrace can be found at the homestay, along with a garden. Hakuba is 46 km from 日本海 能生の宿 見晴らし亭, while Nozawa Onsen is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Toyama Airport, 86 km from the accommodation.