Kinosato

3.0 star property
Travelers soak in restorative hot springs at this mountain retreat before sampling regional specialties, all while surrounded by natural beauty

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Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort in Zaoonsen offers relaxation and nature. Guests enjoy indoor public baths, on-site hot springs, and free in-room WiFi. The 24-hour public bath ensures constant relaxation, with shopping and dining options completing the experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Housekeeping
The current price is 7.454.496 ₫
8.249.643 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

[Mountain Side Standard] Japanese Room, 10 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Futons

[Mountain Side Superior] Japanese-Modern Twin, 12 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

[Chic Modern] Twin + Japanese Room with 8 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

[Mountain Side Luxury] Guaranteed Corner Room on 3rd Floor, Japanese-Modern Twin, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Heating
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Mountain view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

[Japanese Room with 8 + 8 Tatami Mats] Two Rooms, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Futons
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About the area

Zaoonsen, a neighbourhood in Yamagata, is home to Kinosato. Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lina World and Beni no Kura. Senshinan and Yamagata Museum of Science and Industry are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including skiing. Visit our Yamagata travel guide
Map
1271-1 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, 990-2301

What's nearby

  • Beautiful Frozen Forest Covered By Powder Snow On The Ropeway To The Hill Of Mount Zao Range, Zao Juhyo Festival, Yamagata , Japan
    Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zao Sky Cable
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Zao Super Slider
    4 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Akayu Station
    29 min drive
  • Yamagata (GAJ)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • éŸłèŒ¶ć±‹
    5 min walk
  • ă©ă•ă‚“ćš˜è””çŽ‹ăźă„ăˆ
    7 min walk
  • ć„„æ‘ăă°ă‚„
    11 min walk
  • Unite Cafe
    18 min walk
  • SHIN ZAO

About this property

Kinosato

Ryokan near Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
An indoor public bath (no minerals), shopping on-site and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Kinosato. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot springs or the 24-hour public bath. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Hot springs on-site, luggage storage and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Kinosato boast comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Turndown services and slippers
  • Fridges and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal

Things to do

  • Hot spring
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Spa

  • 24-hour public bath
  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 42 ÂșC
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6:30 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: JPY 150.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Hot springs access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the on-site public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Kinosato Inn Yamagata
Kinosato Inn
Kinosato Yamagata
Kinosato Ryokan
Kinosato Yamagata
Kinosato Ryokan Yamagata

Frequently asked questions

Is Kinosato pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kinosato?

As of 5 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kinosato on 8 Mar 2026 start from 7.454.496 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kinosato?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kinosato?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kinosato?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Kinosato located?

Located in Zaoonsen, this ryokan is within a 10-minute walk of Zao Quasi-National Park and Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Zao Sanroku Ropeway and Zao Chuo Ropeway are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Kinosato Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yuno

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

KENTARO

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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

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