20 Ryokan in Tohoku

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.

Located in Morioka in the Iwate region, Hotel Taikan provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot spring bath. This 4-star ryokan offers a lift and free shuttle service. The ryokan features family rooms. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units offering a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath. The units are equipped with heating facilities. There is a snack bar and lounge. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Morioka Station is 14 km from the ryokan, while Shizukuishi Station is 5.8 km away. Iwate Hanamaki Airport is 45 km from the property.

Hotel Yuzawa Yuzawa Denkiya provides free shuttle service to Echigo Yuzawa Station, a 5-minute drive away. It offers Japanese-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. The hotel features 3 public hot-spring baths, tennis court and baseball field. The hotel is a 1-minute drive to Iwahara Ski Resort and a 3-minute drive to Yuzawa Park Ski Resort. It is a 4-minute walk to IIwappara Ski Resort Station (Joetsu Line) and a 6-minute drive to Yuzawa Strawberry Village. Yuzawa Kogen Ropeway is a 9-minute drive away. Rooms are fitted with tatami flooring, they aalso come with a TV, a refrigerator and Yukata robes. Shower facilities are included in the en suite bathroom. The hotel is equipped with meeting facilities, a playground and souvenir shop. Other services include luggage storage and bicycles rental. Guests can enjoy a traditional multi-course meal for dinner.

Offering river views, 藤龍館-TOURYUKAN-Yunokamionsen is an accommodation located in Yunokami, 47 km from Shirakawa Station and 47 km from Kitakata Station. With free private parking, the property is 6.7 km from Ouchi-juku and 27 km from Aizuwakamatsu Station. The property is non-smoking and is situated 28 km from Mount Iimori. The spacious ryokan has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the ryokan. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. The ryokan offers a continental or Asian breakfast. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Komine Castle is 47 km from 藤龍館-TOURYUKAN-Yunokamionsen, while Aizuwakamatsu Castle is 25 km from the property. Fukushima Airport is 60 km away.

Offering a bar and mountain view, 竹あかりの宿 加賀助 is situated in Shizukuishi, 25 km from Morioka Station and 11 km from Shizukuishi Station. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star ryokan is 49 km from Nyuto Hot Spring. The accommodation features a sauna, hot spring bath, family-friendly restaurant and free WiFi. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the ryokan, every unit is equipped with air conditioning and a TV. The ryokan offers a buffet or Asian breakfast. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go skiing nearby. Koiwai Farm is 20 km from 竹あかりの宿 加賀助, while Morioka Ice Arena is 23 km from the property. Iwate Hanamaki Airport is 55 km away.

Boasting natural hot spring baths, an indoor swimming pool and a massage salon, Hotel New Mitoya is situated in a peaceful Akiho hot spring region. It offers free pick-up shuttles from JR Sendai Station, a 30-minute ride away. Free Wi-Fi is provided in the public area. Fitted with tatami (woven-straw) flooring and a relaxing ambience, each room comes with a low table, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Guests can try on yukata robes and sip green tea, made with electric kettle and tea bags. A bath tub and toiletries are included in the en suite bathroom. While staying at New Mitoya Hotel, guests can work out at the pool, or unwind in the hot spring baths, both indoor and outdoor. A free internet PC is provided in the lobby. Karaoke lounge is open at night for guests’ entertainment, and the on-site gift shop is available. There is a small art gallery displaying historic pots and tableware. The property is a 10-minute drive from Senda-minami Interchange on Tohoku Expressway. Kougei-no-sato is a 15-minute walk away, and Akiho Resort Forest Sports Park is within a 10-minute walk. Dining Restaurant Iwashimizu offers a lavish breakfast buffet featuring Western and Japanese dishes. Tou-en serves ramen noodles, and Ume-no-sato provides delicately prepared traditional Japanese meals.

Located in Yuzawa and only less than 1 km from Gala Yuzawa Snow Resort, Takahan provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star ryokan offers a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot spring bath, as well as the public bath and open-air bath. The ryokan is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the ryokan. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a shared bathroom. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. You can play table tennis at Takahan, and free use of bicycles is available. Ski-to-door access, a ski pass sales point and ski storage space are all provided at the accommodation, and guests can go skiing in the surroundings. Naeba Ski Resort is 24 km from Takahan, while Maiko Snow Resort is 8.1 km away. Niigata Airport is 138 km from the property.