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Zao Onsen, Yamagata
Zao Onsen Ohtaki Ryokan vs Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan
Two ryokans in Zao Onsen, Yamagata, compared side by side — price, onsen, dining, and atmosphere. Find the right fit for your trip.
Zao Onsen Ohtaki Ryokan
Yamagata, Tohoku
Price range
$$
Highly acidic sulfur spring (pH 1.2), one of Japan's strongest, milky white appearance
3-star ryokan
Key experiences
- Bathing in Zao's famous white sulfur waters in the open-air Dai-Rotenburo — Japan's largest outdoor mixed onsen
- Witnessing the juhyo snow monsters on the mountain slopes in winter
- Skiing Japan's best mid-Tohoku resort from the ryokan's doorstep
- Summer hiking to the Okama emerald crater lake above the onsen village
- Traditional tatami-room ryokan experience at Tohoku's most accessible mountain resort
A classic Zao Onsen ryokan with the region's celebrated sulfur-rich white waters and access to Japan's best ski resort snow monster scenery.
Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan
Yamagata, Tohoku
Price range
$
Strongly acidic sulfur spring (hydrogen sulfide type)
Amenities
- Yukata robes
- Towels
- Tea set
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
Key experiences
- Bathing in the powerful strongly acidic sulfur hot springs
- Savoring Yamagata beef and seasonal mountain cuisine at dinner
- Skiing or snowboarding at adjacent Zao Onsen Ski Resort in winter
- Viewing the famous Zao Snow Monsters (juhyo) from January to March
- Relaxing in the open-air bath with mountain forest views
Traditional Tohoku ryokan with powerful sulfur springs and Yamagata beef cuisine at the foot of Mt. Zao.
Which should you choose?
Choose Zao Onsen Ohtaki Ryokan if…
A classic Zao Onsen ryokan with the region's celebrated sulfur-rich white waters and access to Japan's best ski resort snow monster scenery
Choose Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan if…
Traditional Tohoku ryokan with powerful sulfur springs and Yamagata beef cuisine at the foot of Mt