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Ryokan

Zao Onsen Meitoya Sou

Introducing the
Japan Quality Accreditation
This establishment has been awarded our Japan Quality accreditation. It has received high ratings from its guests for providing exemplary service, and through its operations it has demonstrated the ability to offer an authentic Japanese travel experience.
Yamagata City, Yamagata, Japan
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This modern Japanese ryokan features fully non-smoking rooms and the famous Zao Onsen for premium relaxation.

Guest review score

Very Good
Reviews: 724
4.1

Access

Mokichi Kinenkan-mae Station
31 min drive
Zao Station
33 min drive
Kaminoyamaonsen Station
34 min drive

Property facilities

  • Parking lot
  • Lounge
  • Vending machine
  • Shop
  • Equipment-drying room
  • Open-air bath (hot spring)

Explore our rooms and plans

Price (low to high)
2 room types
[Club Room] A Japanese-style room with two low beds. All guest rooms are non-smoking, enjoying the clear air of Zao
No smoking
Max 4 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Toilet available, no bath
  • Open-air bath
    Only 4 rooms left!
    Free cancellation until Jul 28
    No meal
    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    -14%
    PHP10,848.55
    PHP9,221.27
    Taxes & fees incl.

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.
    Plan details

    【Room Only】Enjoy a hot spring stay at an affordable price, perfect for everything from business to sightseeing. [Room only]

    Free cancellation until 7/28/2026 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.

    Because it's a special plan without meals, enjoy Zao Onsen freely from check-in to check-out without being bound by time! "I have work, so I'll arrive late and leave early...But I want to relax at Zao Onsen, just a 30-minute drive from Yamagata City." "I want to freely eat what I like!」 "I want to enjoy the hot springs and sightseeing in Zao at the most reasonable price." This is recommended for businesspeople and savvy travelers. Yamagata is packed with fun, from hot springs to sightseeing and meals! How you spend your stay is up to you; enjoy your time freely until you leave. *The displayed prices are already discounted. ☆Dinner Please note that dinner is not provided. ☆Breakfast Please note that breakfast is not provided. * There are many recommended restaurants in Zao Onsen town and around our facility! Feel free to enjoy dining at your favorite place. ☆Bath ◎ A grand bath (separate for men and women) to fully enjoy the famous Zao Onsen. Includes the 'Zao Rock Open-Air Bath,' where you can bathe surrounded by Zao's nature. [Time] 24 hours ※ In the case of a multi-night stay, the bath will be unavailable from 10:00 to 12:00 due to cleaning. ◎ Private open-air bath A bath with the comforting scent of wood, exclusively for enjoying Zao Onsen. 2200 yen/50 minutes: Reservation required, first-come, first-served. *Please make your reservation at check-in. ☆ Shuttle service We operate on-demand from the Zao Onsen Bus Terminal. Customers who wish to use the service need to make a reservation in advance.Please answer the usage time in the question section. ★Exclusive for guests: Free access to Zao Onsen's 'Seven Hot Springs Tour' Including our facility, bathing is allowed at seven Zao locations. (Meitoya Sou, Lucent, Rurikura, OAKHILL, HAMMOND, JURIN, Yoshidaya) <Time> 13:00–20:00, Next Morning 8:00–10:00 ※ If you'd like to use this, please request at the front desk on the day. ■ Takamiya Group Accommodation Benefits ■ The admission fee for the Museum of History and Culture 'Warabe no Sato' is half-price (normally 800 yen → 400 yen). Enjoy a historical journey rediscovering Yamagata by touring five buildings, including a stately warehouse and old houses. Business hours: AM 9:00 - PM 5:00 (Closed on Tuesdays) ※ Please use the 'Smartphone Video Guide App' inside the museum for a free viewing experience.

    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    PHP9,221.27
    PHP10,848.55
    14% Off
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Room only
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    7/28/2026 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 10/1/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 4/1/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

  • [Breakfast of wounds] Enjoy the energy to play Zao all day long with a wide variety of buffets
    Only 4 rooms left!
    Free cancellation until Jul 28
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    -15%
    PHP11,265.80
    PHP9,575.93
    Taxes & fees incl.

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.
    Plan details

    [One Night with Breakfast] Refresh with Hot Springs & Breakfast! [Breakfast]

    Free cancellation until 7/28/2026 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.

    <Discount from the basic plan without dinner> "I want to freely choose what to eat for dinner!」 "I want to enjoy Yamagata sightseeing leisurely without worrying about arrival time" "Since it's a rare business trip to Yamagata, I want to enjoy the hot springs in Zao, about 30 minutes away from downtown Yamagata" To meet such requests, It's a dinner-free plan where you can soak in the hot springs at a reasonable price and enjoy a breakfast filled with Yamagata specialties♪ A plan with breakfast that allows you to travel or conduct business without worrying about time. Yamagata offers a variety of fun activities including hot springs, sightseeing, and dining! Please enjoy your time with a free plan. *Displayed prices are already discounted. ☆Dinner Please note that dinner is not provided. ☆Breakfast 【Venue】Dining Area [Content] Japanese set meal or buffet depending on the day We serve delicious 'Haenuki' rice, a specialty of rice-producing Yamagata♪ [Time] 7:00–8:30 until 9:00 ☆Bath ◎ Enjoy the famous Zao Onsen in the large bathhouse (separate for men and women) Includes the 'Zao Rock Outdoor Bath,' where you can immerse yourself surrounded by the nature of Zao. [Time] Open 24 hours *In the case of a multi-night stay, the facility will be unavailable from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for cleaning. ◎Private Open-Air Bath Enjoy exclusive access to Zao Onsen, a bath with a pleasant wooden scent. 2,200 yen / 50 minutes: Reservation required, first-come-first-served. *Please make a reservation at check-in. ☆Shuttle Service Available from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal on an as-needed basis. Guests need to make a reservation in advance.Please provide your intended usage time in the question section. ★Exclusive for guests: Free access to Zao Onsen's 'Seven Hot Springs Tour' Including our facility, bathing is allowed at seven Zao locations. (Meito-sha So, Lucent, Rurikura, OAKHILL, HAMMOND, JURIN, Yoshidaya) <Time> 13:00–20:00, Next Morning 8:00–10:00 ※ If you'd like to use this, please request at the front desk on the day. ■ Takamiya Group Accommodation Benefits ■ The admission fee for the Museum of History and Culture 'Warabe no Sato' is half-price (normally 800 yen → 400 yen). Enjoy a historical journey rediscovering Yamagata by touring five buildings, including a stately warehouse and old houses. Business hours: AM 9:00 - PM 5:00 (Closed on Tuesdays) ※ Please use the 'Smartphone Video Guide App' inside the museum for a free viewing experience.

    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    PHP9,575.93
    PHP11,265.80
    15% Off
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    7/28/2026 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 10/1/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 4/1/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

Room details

Hotel-selected room, Non-smoking (Room type assigned by the hotel (Japanese-style room or club room / No bath))

No smoking
Max 4 adults / 2 children
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Toilet available, no bath
[Club Room] A Japanese-style room with two low beds. All guest rooms are non-smoking, enjoying the clear air of Zao
No smoking
13.0 m²
Max 2 adults
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Toilet available, no bath
  • Open-air bath
    Only 5 rooms left!
    Free cancellation until Jul 28
    No meal
    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    -14%
    PHP12,100.30
    PHP10,285.26
    Taxes & fees incl.

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.
    Plan details

    【Room Only】Enjoy a hot spring stay at an affordable price, perfect for everything from business to sightseeing. [Room only]

    Free cancellation until 7/28/2026 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.

    Because it's a special plan without meals, enjoy Zao Onsen freely from check-in to check-out without being bound by time! "I have work, so I'll arrive late and leave early...But I want to relax at Zao Onsen, just a 30-minute drive from Yamagata City." "I want to freely eat what I like!」 "I want to enjoy the hot springs and sightseeing in Zao at the most reasonable price." This is recommended for businesspeople and savvy travelers. Yamagata is packed with fun, from hot springs to sightseeing and meals! How you spend your stay is up to you; enjoy your time freely until you leave. *The displayed prices are already discounted. ☆Dinner Please note that dinner is not provided. ☆Breakfast Please note that breakfast is not provided. * There are many recommended restaurants in Zao Onsen town and around our facility! Feel free to enjoy dining at your favorite place. ☆Bath ◎ A grand bath (separate for men and women) to fully enjoy the famous Zao Onsen. Includes the 'Zao Rock Open-Air Bath,' where you can bathe surrounded by Zao's nature. [Time] 24 hours ※ In the case of a multi-night stay, the bath will be unavailable from 10:00 to 12:00 due to cleaning. ◎ Private open-air bath A bath with the comforting scent of wood, exclusively for enjoying Zao Onsen. 2200 yen/50 minutes: Reservation required, first-come, first-served. *Please make your reservation at check-in. ☆ Shuttle service We operate on-demand from the Zao Onsen Bus Terminal. Customers who wish to use the service need to make a reservation in advance.Please answer the usage time in the question section. ★Exclusive for guests: Free access to Zao Onsen's 'Seven Hot Springs Tour' Including our facility, bathing is allowed at seven Zao locations. (Meitoya Sou, Lucent, Rurikura, OAKHILL, HAMMOND, JURIN, Yoshidaya) <Time> 13:00–20:00, Next Morning 8:00–10:00 ※ If you'd like to use this, please request at the front desk on the day. ■ Takamiya Group Accommodation Benefits ■ The admission fee for the Museum of History and Culture 'Warabe no Sato' is half-price (normally 800 yen → 400 yen). Enjoy a historical journey rediscovering Yamagata by touring five buildings, including a stately warehouse and old houses. Business hours: AM 9:00 - PM 5:00 (Closed on Tuesdays) ※ Please use the 'Smartphone Video Guide App' inside the museum for a free viewing experience.

    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    PHP10,285.26
    PHP12,100.30
    14% Off
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Room only
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    7/28/2026 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 10/1/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 4/1/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

  • [Breakfast of wounds] Enjoy the energy to play Zao all day long with a wide variety of buffets
    Only 5 rooms left!
    Free cancellation until Jul 28
    Meal
    Breakfast
    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    Price for:
    1 night
     | 
     | 
    -14%
    PHP12,517.56
    PHP10,639.93
    Taxes & fees incl.

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.
    Plan details

    [One Night with Breakfast] Refresh with Hot Springs & Breakfast! [Breakfast]

    Free cancellation until 7/28/2026 11:59 p.m.(JST)

    Coupon

    *The discount is calculated based on the original price.

    <Discount from the basic plan without dinner> "I want to freely choose what to eat for dinner!」 "I want to enjoy Yamagata sightseeing leisurely without worrying about arrival time" "Since it's a rare business trip to Yamagata, I want to enjoy the hot springs in Zao, about 30 minutes away from downtown Yamagata" To meet such requests, It's a dinner-free plan where you can soak in the hot springs at a reasonable price and enjoy a breakfast filled with Yamagata specialties♪ A plan with breakfast that allows you to travel or conduct business without worrying about time. Yamagata offers a variety of fun activities including hot springs, sightseeing, and dining! Please enjoy your time with a free plan. *Displayed prices are already discounted. ☆Dinner Please note that dinner is not provided. ☆Breakfast 【Venue】Dining Area [Content] Japanese set meal or buffet depending on the day We serve delicious 'Haenuki' rice, a specialty of rice-producing Yamagata♪ [Time] 7:00–8:30 until 9:00 ☆Bath ◎ Enjoy the famous Zao Onsen in the large bathhouse (separate for men and women) Includes the 'Zao Rock Outdoor Bath,' where you can immerse yourself surrounded by the nature of Zao. [Time] Open 24 hours *In the case of a multi-night stay, the facility will be unavailable from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for cleaning. ◎Private Open-Air Bath Enjoy exclusive access to Zao Onsen, a bath with a pleasant wooden scent. 2,200 yen / 50 minutes: Reservation required, first-come-first-served. *Please make a reservation at check-in. ☆Shuttle Service Available from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal on an as-needed basis. Guests need to make a reservation in advance.Please provide your intended usage time in the question section. ★Exclusive for guests: Free access to Zao Onsen's 'Seven Hot Springs Tour' Including our facility, bathing is allowed at seven Zao locations. (Meito-sha So, Lucent, Rurikura, OAKHILL, HAMMOND, JURIN, Yoshidaya) <Time> 13:00–20:00, Next Morning 8:00–10:00 ※ If you'd like to use this, please request at the front desk on the day. ■ Takamiya Group Accommodation Benefits ■ The admission fee for the Museum of History and Culture 'Warabe no Sato' is half-price (normally 800 yen → 400 yen). Enjoy a historical journey rediscovering Yamagata by touring five buildings, including a stately warehouse and old houses. Business hours: AM 9:00 - PM 5:00 (Closed on Tuesdays) ※ Please use the 'Smartphone Video Guide App' inside the museum for a free viewing experience.

    Seasonal SaleSeasonal Sale Coupon
    PHP10,639.93
    PHP12,517.56
    14% Off
    Taxes & fees incl.
    2 guests 1 night 1 room
    Meals
    • Breakfast
    Cancellation policy
    Free cancellation deadline
    7/28/2026 11:59 p.m. (JST)
    3 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    30%
    1 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    50%
    0 day(s) before your stay (from 00:00) (JST)
    100%
    No-show
    100%
    The penalty charges are based on the original rate of this room. However, if any discounts are applied, the incurred penalties will not exceed the total discounted amount of the reservation.The exchange rate is fixed when booking.

    Taxes & fees

    Included

    Consumption tax (from 10/1/2019) (Per person per night) 10%

    Excluded*

    Bathing tax (from 4/1/1950) (Per person per night)¥150

    * Excluded taxes and fees are approximated and may vary based on the property. They will be collected at the property at the time of check-in or check-out.

Room details

Japanese room, Non-smoking ([For Two Guests Exclusive] Special Benefits Club Room / No Bath)

No smoking
13.0 m²
Max 2 adults
Room facilities
  • Internet available in room
  • Toilet available, no bath