Notoya Ryokan
9.2
Exceptional(764 reviews)
446 Ginzanshinhata, Obanazawa, Yamagata 999-4333, Japan
+81 237-28-2327
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Hotel Description
Nestled in a traditional pagoda-style building, Notoya Ryokan offers a serene and picturesque escape along a winding river, with breathtaking views of the Ōu Mountains. Situated in the peaceful village of Ginzan, 446 Ginzanshinhata, Obanazawa, Yamagata 999-4333, Japan, this tranquil hot spring inn provides guests with an authentic Japanese experience. Located just 2 kilometers from Shirogane Park and 18 kilometers from Kita-Oishida train station, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring the beauty of the region. The area’s charm is accentuated by the surrounding nature and historical architecture, creating a relaxing atmosphere for visitors seeking both adventure and rest.
The rooms at Notoya Ryokan are designed for ultimate comfort, featuring tatami floors, chabudai dining tables, and cozy sitting areas, making for a peaceful, traditional atmosphere. Guests can unwind in rooms with beautiful river or mountain views, while enjoying modern conveniences such as flat-screen TVs. The simple, calming décor is complemented by the soothing surroundings, creating a perfect retreat from daily life.
The hotel offers several amenities to ensure a convenient and enjoyable stay. Breakfast and dinner are included with your stay, with delicious traditional meals served on-site. Guests can also enjoy a relaxed café, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration. Notoya Ryokan is proud to offer a gender-segregated communal bathhouse with both indoor and open-air pools, where guests can enjoy the healing properties of geothermal water. The warm hospitality and attention to detail ensure that each guest’s needs are met, adding to the overall charm of this peaceful retreat.
For those seeking easy access to local attractions, Notoya Ryokan is within walking distance of the famous Shirogane Falls and Shirogane Park. A convenient train station shuttle is available, ensuring that guests have hassle-free access to nearby destinations. The hotel is easily accessible by public transport, with Shonai Airport approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes away by taxi, and Yamagata Airport just a 46-minute ride. Local transportation options make it simple to explore nearby sights, including the Ginzan Onsen, just 2 minutes away, and the historic Silver Mine Cave, which is only a 1-minute walk.
The region offers a wealth of activities for visitors, with opportunities for hiking, nature walks, and exploring local heritage sites. Guests can immerse themselves in the local culture, visiting nearby cultural landmarks, or enjoying the tranquil beauty of the surrounding nature. The area is also home to seasonal festivals and events, providing guests with a unique opportunity to experience the local traditions.
Notoya Ryokan is surrounded by a variety of excellent restaurants. Guests can indulge in the local flavors at the nearby Yukemuri Restaurant Shirogane, Izu no Hana, and Takimitei, all just minutes away by taxi. For a sweet treat, visit わもよう, a dessert spot just 1 minute from the hotel. These dining options offer a mix of Japanese cuisine, including soba noodles, regional specialties, and delectable desserts.
We invite you to experience the peaceful and rejuvenating environment at Notoya Ryokan. Whether you’re looking to relax in the soothing waters of the onsen or explore the beauty of the Ōu Mountains and nearby attractions, Notoya Ryokan offers an unforgettable stay that combines comfort, culture, and natural beauty.
The rooms at Notoya Ryokan are designed for ultimate comfort, featuring tatami floors, chabudai dining tables, and cozy sitting areas, making for a peaceful, traditional atmosphere. Guests can unwind in rooms with beautiful river or mountain views, while enjoying modern conveniences such as flat-screen TVs. The simple, calming décor is complemented by the soothing surroundings, creating a perfect retreat from daily life.
The hotel offers several amenities to ensure a convenient and enjoyable stay. Breakfast and dinner are included with your stay, with delicious traditional meals served on-site. Guests can also enjoy a relaxed café, ideal for unwinding after a day of exploration. Notoya Ryokan is proud to offer a gender-segregated communal bathhouse with both indoor and open-air pools, where guests can enjoy the healing properties of geothermal water. The warm hospitality and attention to detail ensure that each guest’s needs are met, adding to the overall charm of this peaceful retreat.
For those seeking easy access to local attractions, Notoya Ryokan is within walking distance of the famous Shirogane Falls and Shirogane Park. A convenient train station shuttle is available, ensuring that guests have hassle-free access to nearby destinations. The hotel is easily accessible by public transport, with Shonai Airport approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes away by taxi, and Yamagata Airport just a 46-minute ride. Local transportation options make it simple to explore nearby sights, including the Ginzan Onsen, just 2 minutes away, and the historic Silver Mine Cave, which is only a 1-minute walk.
The region offers a wealth of activities for visitors, with opportunities for hiking, nature walks, and exploring local heritage sites. Guests can immerse themselves in the local culture, visiting nearby cultural landmarks, or enjoying the tranquil beauty of the surrounding nature. The area is also home to seasonal festivals and events, providing guests with a unique opportunity to experience the local traditions.
Notoya Ryokan is surrounded by a variety of excellent restaurants. Guests can indulge in the local flavors at the nearby Yukemuri Restaurant Shirogane, Izu no Hana, and Takimitei, all just minutes away by taxi. For a sweet treat, visit わもよう, a dessert spot just 1 minute from the hotel. These dining options offer a mix of Japanese cuisine, including soba noodles, regional specialties, and delectable desserts.
We invite you to experience the peaceful and rejuvenating environment at Notoya Ryokan. Whether you’re looking to relax in the soothing waters of the onsen or explore the beauty of the Ōu Mountains and nearby attractions, Notoya Ryokan offers an unforgettable stay that combines comfort, culture, and natural beauty.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Walking distance to Shirogane Falls and Shirogane Park
2. Complimentary breakfast and dinner with a traditional Japanese menu
3. Authentic pagoda-style building with stunning river and mountain views
4. Gender-segregated communal bathhouse with geothermal indoor and open-air pools
5. Shuttle service to the train station for convenience
6. Kid-friendly and welcoming to families
7. Free Wi-Fi access in all areas of the hotel
8. Traditional Japanese rooms with tatami flooring and chabudai tables
9. Close proximity to local cultural sites and seasonal festivals
10. Relaxed café perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration
7.8 Very Good
Location rating
Top sights
Ginzan Onsen
2 min
Shirogane Falls1 min
Ginzan Onsen Public Bath Shiroganeyu3 min
Shirogane Park1 min
Silver Mine Cave1 min
Nearest locations
Yukemuri Restaurant Shirogane
1 min
Izu no Hana1 min
Takimitei1 min
わもよう1 min
Meiyuu Ginzan Store Haikara-san street1 min
銀山温泉 野川亭2 min
銀山温泉 めいゆう庵2 min
カフェテリア クチーナ10 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 10:30 |
| Location rating | 7.8 |
| Nearest airport | Yamagata Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 46 min |
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Location
446 Ginzanshinhata, Obanazawa, Yamagata 999-4333, Japan
Airports:
Shonai Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 35 min
Transit: 5 hr 37 min
Sendai Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 55 min
Transit: 4 hr 19 min
Yamagata Airport
Taxi: 46 min
Transit: 1 hr 55 min
Transit:
Ginzan Hot Spring
Walking: 6 min
Nearby locations
7.8
Very Good Location
In a traditional pagoda-style building on a pedestrian street along a winding river, this tranquil hot spring inn with views of the Ōu Mountains is 2 km from Shirogane Park and 18 km from Kita-Oishida train station.
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Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Services
Front desk
Public bath
Onsen
Food & drink
Restaurant
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
Children
Kid-friendly
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
Rooms
Air conditioning
Reviews
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9.6
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Shinya Suzuki
5/5
I wanted to go to Ginzan Onsen, so I was looking at the vacancies every day and happened to find one available. Although it is a very historical inn in Ginzan Onsen, the interior is beautiful and the elevator is fast, so I didn't have any trouble staying there. It may be difficult if you have bad legs, as you need to climb high stairs only to get to the bath with a view.This time I stayed in the annex, and the room was spacious and clean. The ceiling is very high, allowing you to use the room in a spacious manner.Above all, the food was extremely delicious. There are many places where you can eat seafood, but this is the first time I've experienced a place where I can eat mountain food so deliciously. I was very impressed by the healthy yet flavorful dishes such as mushroom dishes and tofu dishes.I don't know if I'll have another chance to stay at this super popular inn, but I definitely want to visit again (I forgot to bring my secret hot spring meeting stamp rally card...)
日本の山美しい
4/5
When we arrived at Notoya's designated parking lot by car, a person in charge was waiting for us, and while they loaded our luggage onto a light truck and took it to the inn, we walked and enjoyed the scenery. The person who carried my luggage was very kind and I was grateful.The people at the inn were also kind and it became a good memory ✨
piyo
5/5
Ginzan Onsen, an inn with a Taisho romantic atmosphereStay in this room!Relax at a ryokanBaths that go up stairs and cave bathsAll hot water is the best~I was very satisfied with the food 😄
kyon kyon
4/5
It is said to be an inn where you can experience Taisho romance to the fullest, and was used as a filming location for the drama "Oshin." With only 15 rooms available, competition is extremely high and reservations are extremely difficult. This time, we secured it at the same time as the reception started six months ago! After waiting for half a year, he finally came.On the day of your visit, take the hotel's free shuttle bus from JR Oishida Station to Ginzan Onsen in about 20 minutes. The area is a landscape that makes you feel as if you have traveled back in time. This scenery alone is worth the visit. Among them, our inn stands at the farthest end.Ginzan Onsen is a high-quality hot spring with a sulfur smell, and our inn has a large public bath as well as a bath with a view, and it feels great to climb up 85 steps and take a bath overlooking the waterfall! The temperature seemed to be around 40 to 42 degrees, which is comfortable for everyone.The meals were full of simplicity, with a variety of local dishes that made use of locally produced ingredients.Overall, I can say that I was able to fully enjoy Yamagata's local cuisine. It was impressive that carp dishes were served for dinner. Also, the Obanazawa beef shabu-shabu was a dish that could only be tasted locally, and the imoni had a simple taste. The next morning's meal will probably be radish rice. Even the menu and taste evoked Taisho romance, making for a deeply moving meal and stay.At this inn, you don't expect any service, but rather a place where you can relax for a while while admiring the atmosphere and scenery. It is a place I would like to visit again when I have time.
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makok1205
5/5
I happened to reserve a space on the website. Although it was an annex, the room had high ceilings and was comfortable. |There was so much food that I couldn't finish both breakfast and dinner. …
荻野雅人
5/5
Ginzan Onsen at night is like a different world, as if you were in Disneyland.
taro momo
5/5
Among the popular Ginzan Onsen, this is a popular inn with a long history (the building is a registered tangible cultural property) and a quaint atmosphere. The reviews are very high and it is difficult to make reservations.When I was checking Notoya's website around May, I happened to find a 10 tatami Japanese-style room facing the river available, so I immediately made a reservation and the two of us stayed there in July.When making a reservation, I asked for a shuttle bus to Oishida Station on the Shinkansen and was taken to Shiroganebashi, a hot spring town. An employee will also carry your luggage from there to your accommodation.The room is a large room facing the river and has a very relaxing atmosphere.The staff's service was warm and friendly, making me feel comfortable throughout my stay.The meals were mainly Japanese, which suited us very well and was delicious. I told them when I made the reservation that I don't like carp dishes, so they asked me to substitute another dish.Breakfast was also good in quantity and content.Naturally, the hot springs are fed directly from the source, and in addition to the large public bath, there are also private open-air baths and cave baths that you reserve at check-in. Please leave the key to the private open-air bath at the front desk and go up the long stairs from the 2nd floor of the annex. You can also see Shirogane Falls.The townscape has a wonderful atmosphere, so you can spend a relaxing time here.It was an inn I would definitely like to stay at again.
水鳥白馬
5/5
This is Notoya Ryokan in Ginzan Onsen. Founded in 1892, this is a long-established wooden three-story inn. This inn is a symbol of Ginzan Onsen and has been designated as a nationally registered cultural property.[Ginzan Onsen]This is a nostalgic hot spring town in Obanazawa City, Yamagata Prefecture that retains the vestiges of Taisho romance. The name Ginzan Onsen originates from the Nobesawa Ginzan Silver Mine, where silver ore was discovered during the Muromachi period and flourished as Kogiyama during the Edo period.In the Taisho period, there were hot spring resorts (hot spring resorts where people stayed for long periods of time for the purpose of healing) that were lined with wooden one-story and two-story inns with thatched roofs, but in 1913, Most of the hot spring inns were washed away by the great floods of the mountains and rivers.In 1926, a large amount of high-temperature hot water gushed out through drilling, and all the inns were simultaneously rebuilt into Western-style three- to four-story wooden structures. After the war, the Western style of the hot spring town subsided, and the exterior became more Japanese-style.Currently, it is attracting attention as a hot spring town with three- and four-story wooden inns lined up along both banks of the Ginzan River, inviting visitors to the old days.
代々木乃助ククル
5/5
Founded in 1891.A three-story wooden structure completed in 1920.The building is a nationally designated registered cultural property and is nostalgic. This building is a symbol of Ginzan Onsen.The silhouette looks like a scene from an anime.It's very difficult to make reservations so I'm happy to be able to go.Rooms facing the river in the main building offer a view of the hot spring town through the windows, and the appearance changes with the passage of time, which is impressive. It's a scene that has been repeated for a long time.The temperature of the hot spring source is about 65 degrees. Naturally flowing water from the source without adding water or heating.There are three bath patterns.A large public bath, a cave bath, and an open-air bath in the mountains.Reservations are required for the cave and open-air bath.Particularly, the cave bath is a must-do as it is said to be close to the original.There are no supplies to wash your body, so you just have to soak.The room is large, with a separate bedroom and living room. There is plenty of room for each.The view from the window is especially special.The staff who guide you around are cheerful and give you the feel of an old hot spring town.The meal was prepared in a private dining room, so I was able to eat slowly.Lots of local cuisine.I was surprised that the building had an elevator.