Oyado Morinone

8.8

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.8/10, based on 255 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Sakaeya Hotel	10.0/10	118
🥈 2nd	Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya	9.4/10	965
🥉 3rd	Shouhakutei Azumaso	9.3/10	179
4th	天童荘 TENDOSO	9.6/10	29
5th	Takamiya Ryokan Miyamaso	9.2/10	1,267
6th	Hayamakan	9.2/10	730
7th	Tendo Hotel	9.2/10	539
8th	Tamonkan	9.2/10	313
9th	Hagurokan	9.2/10	90
10th	Zao Onsen Omiya Ryokan	9.2/10	89
11th	Wakamatsuya	9.1/10	670
12th	Kinosato, auberge gastronomique à Zaō Onsen	9.1/10	316
13th	Tsukinoike	9.3/10	38
14th	Uesugi no Miyu Gotenmori	9.1/10	64
15th	Tendo Onsen TAKINOYU	9.0/10	436
16th	Kameya Hotel	9.0/10	207
17th	Takasagoya Ryokan	9.0/10	196
18th	Zao Shiki no Hotel	8.9/10	749
19th	Tachibanaya	8.9/10	182
20th	YuiLocalZao	9.6/10	5
21st	Arimakan	8.9/10	42
22nd	Yūsuitei Isagoya	8.8/10	639
23rd	Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery	8.8/10	480
24th	Oyado Morinone Current ryokan	8.8/10	255
25th	Yura Onsen Yaotome	8.8/10	141
26th	Matsukaneya Annex	8.8/10	35
27th	ShirabuOnsen Higashiya	8.8/10	32
28th	Tsukasaya Ryokan	8.8/10	7
29th	Namegawaonsen Fukushimaya	8.6/10	70
30th	Saikatei Jidaiya	8.6/10	304
31st	Takamiya Hotel Lucent	8.6/10	1,662
32nd	Yuuyu No Sato Yusa	8.5/10	85
33rd	Bankokuya	8.5/10	178
34th	Ikkyu -Seaside Hotel-	8.2/10	8
35th	Takamiya Ryokan Sagiya Sansorai	8.2/10	13
36th	Yumorinoyado Sannozyou	7.9/10	6
37th	Ringoya, Zaō Onsen	8.2/10	25
38th	Senso Yutagawa	8.2/10	37
39th	Meitoya So	8.3/10	1,390
40th	onogawaonsen azumasou	8.2/10	169
41st	Senkeien Tsukioka Hotel	8.1/10	56
42nd	Kansyokan	8.1/10	78
43rd	Kami no yama Azumaya	8.0/10	675
44th	Tofuya Ryokan, Onogawa Onsen, Sauna, Barrier-free	7.3/10	31
45th	Takamiya Bettei Kuon	7.4/10	643
46th	Hotel Tetora Resort Tsuruoka	7.2/10	191
47th	Keyaki no Yado, source ambrée	4.1/10	25

Check-in from 3:00 PM / Check-out until 10:00 AM

Forest Surroundings Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath

Location

999-3145 Yamagata, Kaminoyama, Kawasaki Sorida 848, Japan

Staff 9,2/10

Facilities 8,8/10

Cleanliness 9,0/10

Comfort 8,8/10

Value for money 7,9/10

Location 8,3/10

Forestside CalmSet in a wooded, quiet area that feels secluded and restorative.

Adults-Only StayAdult-focused atmosphere suits couples and quiet getaways better than family stays.

Scenic Public BathsTwo large baths highlight sunrise mountain light and open night-sky soaking.

Strong Dinner ReviewsMeals are a standout, praised for presentation, creativity, and overall satisfaction.

Intimate 14 RoomsSmall room count creates a quieter, more personal ryokan experience.

Stylish Traditional MixJapanese tradition is blended with playful modern design for a distinctive stay.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining and onsen are the strongest reasons to stay here. One night works for check-in, dinner, baths, and breakfast; a second night only makes sense if you want a slower Kaminoyama or Zao-area rhythm.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a quiet 1-night or relaxed 2-night onsen stay in Kaminoyama, especially for travelers prioritizing baths, dinner, and calm over dense sightseeing.

Know before booking

Limited walkable buzzThe setting is quiet and slightly removed from station energy, so evenings are better for staying in than going out.

Not a long-stay baseKaminoyama has some nearby sights, but the immediate area is not dense enough for many nights unless you have a car or slow agenda.

Adults-oriented stayThis property is positioned as adults-only or child-restricted in multiple listings, so families with small children should verify carefully.

Morino Sound Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main in-house dining room for dinner and breakfast.

Misono Sobaya (nearby)

nearby600 m

Casual soba and ramen spot near Kaminoyama Onsen Station.

Yukyoan Mitsuhiro (nearby)

nearby15 min walk

Popular soba restaurant near Kaminoyama Castle in the hot spring area.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive at Kaminoyama-Onsen Station first, then take a short taxi ride if carrying luggage or arriving in poor weather. Yamagata Airport is the most practical regional airport, while Sendai Airport is a secondary option mainly for wider flight choice.

Kaminoyama-Onsen Stationstation
1.4 km1-1-1 Yarai, Kaminoyama, Yamagata, Japanabout 20–25 min on footabout 5–10 min by taxi or carabout 10–20 min depending on local transfer availability
This is the main rail gateway for the ryokan and the most useful arrival point for almost all guests.
Mokichi-Kinenkan-mae Stationstation
3.8 kmBenten-1421 Kitamachi, Kaminoyama, Yamagata, Japanabout 50 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxi or carbest checked locally
Useful only for some local rail itineraries; less practical than Kaminoyama-Onsen Station for most visitors.
Takamatsu Hayama Onsen Bus Stopbus
600 mHayama Onsen area, Kaminoyama, Yamagata, Japanabout 10–20 min depending on exact stop position and luggageabout 5 min by taxilocal bus access may be available; best checked locally
Potentially useful for travelers using local or highway bus services into the Hayama Onsen area, but final access is often easier by taxi.
Yubae Bus Stopbus
650 mKaminoyama, Yamagata, Japanabout 10–15 min on footabout 5 min by taxishort local bus ride from central Kaminoyama area if operating
A nearby local stop that may help if you are already within Kaminoyama, though service frequency should be confirmed locally.
Yamagata Airportairport
31 kmHigashine, Yamagata, Japanabout 45–60 min by caroften around 60–90 min with rail or bus transfer via Yamagata area
Usually the most convenient airport for domestic access to this ryokan if flights fit your schedule.
Sendai Airportairport
57 kmNatori / Iwanuma, Miyagi, Japanabout 1 hr 30 min to 2 hr by caroften around 2–3 hr with rail transfers
A reasonable backup airport with broader flight options, but it is notably farther than Yamagata Airport.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Adults-only calmThis ryokan is positioned as an adults-only retreat, which makes the atmosphere quieter and better suited to couples or travelers who want a peaceful stay without family-oriented bustle.
Small-scale, intimate feelWith only 14 rooms, the property feels more personal and low-key than a large resort-style ryokan. That smaller scale can make the stay feel more private and relaxed.
Nature-led settingThe inn is set in a greener, quieter part of Kaminoyama rather than in a dense station-front area. The garden and surrounding natural setting are part of the experience, especially if you want a slower pace.
Strong Yamagata character in diningThe dining concept emphasizes local Yamagata ingredients and regional wine, giving the meals more destination character than a generic ryokan dinner. This is a good match for travelers who care about local food and drink.
Good base for a quiet onsen breakIt is close enough by car to Kaminoyama Onsen Station and local sights like Hayama Onsen and Kaminoyama Castle, so it works well for a short restorative stay with some nearby sightseeing.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not for families with childrenBecause it is adults-only, it is simply not suitable for travelers with younger children. Anyone planning a multigenerational or family onsen trip should look elsewhere.
Station access is not very walkableThe property is not right by Kaminoyama-Onsen Station, so arriving on foot with luggage may feel inconvenient. It works better if you drive or arrange transport.
Limited big-ryokan facilitiesAs a compact 14-room inn, it does not offer the breadth of facilities you might expect from a larger luxury ryokan. If you want expansive baths, multiple lounges, or a resort-like setup, it may feel restrained.
More modern than traditionalIts appeal leans toward a contemporary, lifestyle-oriented onsen stay rather than a deeply historic ryokan atmosphere. Travelers seeking old-world architecture and a classic heritage feel may find it less distinctive in that sense.
Quiet location can feel isolatedThe peaceful setting is a plus for some guests, but it also means less immediate access to shops, station activity, and a lively onsen-town stroll right outside. If you prefer to step straight into town, this may feel too tucked away.

Current position: 24th out of 47 ryokans in Yamagata.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
19th	Tachibanaya	8.9/10	182
20th	YuiLocalZao	9.6/10	5
21st	Arimakan	8.9/10	42
22nd	Yūsuitei Isagoya	8.8/10	639
23rd	Ichiraku tendo spa & brewery	8.8/10	480
24th	Oyado Morinone Current ryokan	8.8/10	255
25th	Yura Onsen Yaotome	8.8/10	141
26th	Matsukaneya Annex	8.8/10	35
27th	ShirabuOnsen Higashiya	8.8/10	32
28th	Tsukasaya Ryokan	8.8/10	7
29th	Namegawaonsen Fukushimaya	8.6/10	70