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Kinosato

3.0 star property
Ryokan with free parking, 8-minute walk to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort

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[Mountain Side Luxury] Guaranteed Corner Room on 3rd Floor, Japanese-Modern Twin, Non-Smoking | View from room
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[Chic Modern] Twin + Japanese Room with 8 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$376
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Explore the area

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1271-1 Zao Onsen, Yamagata, 990-2301
  • Place, Zao Sanroku Ropeway
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Zao Chuo Ropeway
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Yamagata (GAJ)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for [Mountain Side Standard] Japanese Room, 10 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking

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

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for [Mountain Side Superior] Japanese-Modern Twin, 12 Tatami Mats, Non-Smoking

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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

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

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

Highlights

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

View all photos for [Japanese Room with 8 + 8 Tatami Mats] Two Rooms, Non-Smoking

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Heating
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Futons

About the area

Yamagata

At Kinosato you'll be within steps of Zao Quasi-National Park and Shiginoya Chinuma. Highlights at this ryokan include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This ryokan has free WiFi in public areas, luggage storage and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Zaoonsen ryokan, you'll be 0.7 km (0.4 mi) from Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort.

What's nearby

  • Zao Sanroku Ropeway - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zao Chuo Ropeway - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Zao Sky Cable - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Zao Super Slider - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Akayu Station - 29 min drive
  • Yamagata (GAJ) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ろばた - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Unite Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪どさん娘蔵王のいえ - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪食事処 とみたや - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪トマトの森 - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Kinosato

Ryokan with free parking, 8-minute walk to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kinosato offers its guests hot springs. Kinosato also features a vending machine and shopping on site. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Yamagata ryokan.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • On-site shopping
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Kinosato offers 22 accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. This Yamagata ryokan provides complimentary wireless Internet access. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath, an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men's and women's areas. The ryokan bathing area is open 24 hours a day. There are hot springs open between 6:30 AM and 10:00 PM.

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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

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 ºC
  • 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
Guests booked in Half Board rates must check-in by 6:30 PM to receive dinner.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bath facility. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of 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

What is the cancellation policy at Kinosato?

Kinosato offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kinosato?

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kinosato on 25 Nov 2025 start from NZ$372.17, including 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.

Is parking available at Kinosato?

Yep, Kinosato has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kinosato?

No, Kinosato does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kinosato?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Kinosato's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kinosato?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kinosato?

No, pets are not allowed.

Kinosato Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

KENTARO

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
和風モダンの部屋だったのですが畳の上にベッド置いただけでベッドも小さくあまり寝られなかった。風呂はいいのですが、値段に合っていないと思いました。食事は普通に美味しいです。
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHIHMING

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
非常有特色的旅館，日式的晚餐及早餐非常好吃，有機會到藏王的話，會想在入住
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
酒店員工很親切友善，房間很舒適清潔，食物質素十分好，一定會再來入住
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

アキラ

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
当日は雨降りでした。 雪害防止のためと思われますが、屋根に雨樋がついていないため、泊まった部屋の窓の外に玄関の金属屋根があるため、そこに垂れた雨音が一晩中気になったのが残念でした。雫が落ちる部分に音消しの何か対策されていたらよかった。 趣や食事、接客など申し分なかった事から余計勿体無いと思いました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
酒店非常近藏王吊車，走路約5分鐘。 有專車接送來往藏王溫泉街或公交站。 溫泉十分舒適但需走一段室外的路。 前台工作人員十分友善。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
服務非常非常好，很親切。 旅館造景精細，值得好好欣賞。 晚餐與隔日早餐豐盛，小胃的人就可惜啦～～～