Yura Onsen Yaotome

8.8

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.8/10, based on 141 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	8.8/10	255
25th	Yura Onsen Yaotome Current ryokan	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

Sea Views Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Sauna

Location

999-7464 Yamagata, Tsuruoka, Yura 3-16-31, Japan

Staff 9,6/10

Facilities 8,6/10

Cleanliness 9,1/10

Comfort 9,0/10

Value for money 8,5/10

Location 9,2/10

Seafront SettingFaces the Sea of Japan near Yura Beach for a scenic coastal stay.

Fresh Seafood MealsKnown for seafood-focused dining with sashimi, grilled fish, and local shellfish.

Distinctive Open-Air BathsOpen-air baths are a standout feature, with an unusual ancient Rome-inspired design.

Yura Onsen BaseSet in the Yura Onsen area, a recognized hot spring resort in Tsuruoka.

Sunset Coast ViewsWell placed for beach walks and the area's celebrated sunset scenery.

Near Hakusan IslandConvenient for visiting Hakusan-jima and its striking red bridge and shrine.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and onsen are the strongest drivers here: arrive mid-afternoon, bathe before dinner, enjoy the seafood-focused meal, walk the beach or Hakusan Island, sleep, breakfast, then move on. A second night works only for a slower coastal break or to pair with nearby Tsuruoka coast sights.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-night coastal onsen stay in Yura Onsen, or 2 nights only if you want slow seaside downtime with seafood meals and simple nearby outings.

Know before booking

Thin sightseeing areaYura is scenic but small, so many travelers will run out of things to do after one full day unless they are intentionally resting.

Car helps a lotThe coast is easier by car. Without one, you rely more on bus timing, station transfers, and limited local walk range.

Not a town-stroll hubThis is not a dense onsen town with lots of shops, cafes, or nightlife around the ryokan.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main in-house meal venue for dinner and breakfast.

Hakusanjima (nearby)

nearbyabout 700 m

Nearby seafood spot by the Yura coast.

Iso no Kaze (nearby)

nearbyabout 700 m

Casual cafe-dining option in the Yura 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, use JR Tsuruoka Station or Shonai Airport as the main arrival hub, then continue by bus or taxi toward Yura Onsen. If you prefer a shorter final rail approach from the south, Atsumi-Onsen Station can also work, but local connection timing is best checked locally.

Sanze Stationstation
3.0 kmabout 40 min walkabout 5–10 min by taxi or carlimited local access; best checked locally
Potentially the nearest rail stop area, but usually less useful than Tsuruoka or Atsumi-Onsen because local service and onward transfer options are more limited.
Tsuruoka Stationstation
13 kmabout 20–30 min by taxi or carabout 35–50 min by local bus, depending on service pattern
Usually the most practical rail hub for reaching Yura Onsen, especially if arriving from wider JR connections or staying elsewhere in Tsuruoka first.
Atsumi-Onsen Stationstation
14 kmabout 20–30 min by taxi or carabout 25–45 min by local bus if connections line up
Useful for travelers coming along the Uetsu Main Line from the Niigata side; a taxi is often the simplest final transfer with luggage.
Yura Onsen Bus Stopbus
220 mabout 3–10 min on foot depending on exact drop-off and lodging approachabout 3–5 min by taxilocal stop within the Yura Onsen area; service frequency is best checked locally
Best bus stop for travelers already using regional buses into Yura Onsen; convenient if you want to avoid an extra taxi for the final stretch.
Yunohama Onsenbus
7.8 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–25 min by taxi or carabout 30–45 min by bus with transfer risk depending on route timing
A helpful coastal bus transfer area if you are already routing via Yunohama or airport-side buses, but less direct than Tsuruoka Station for many travelers.
Shonai Airportairport
13 kmabout 20–30 min by taxi or cartypically about 40–60 min via bus and onward local connection, best checked locally
The most useful airport for this ryokan; convenient for visitors flying into the Shonai area and then continuing by taxi or bus.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Beautiful Sea of Japan settingThe ryokan sits in Yura on the coast, giving it a distinctly seaside atmosphere that feels different from mountain onsen towns. It suits travelers who want sunsets, sea air, and a relaxing shoreline backdrop.
Strong seafood identityYaotome is especially associated with fresh local seafood, which is one of the clearest draws of staying here rather than in a generic city hotel. This makes dinner a core part of the experience, not just an add-on.
Onsen stay with characterThe bathing facilities are a major feature of the property, including notable open-air bath design rather than a purely standard hotel bath setup. It works well for travelers who want the ryokan and hot spring experience to be central to the trip.
Great base for Yura sightsThe location is convenient for enjoying Yura Beach and the scenic Hakusan-jima area nearby. That makes it easy to combine a ryokan stay with short coastal walks and local sightseeing without needing a packed itinerary.
Room options for different travel stylesThe property offers a mix of more traditional Japanese-style stays and options that feel easier for travelers who do not want a fully old-fashioned setup. This flexibility is useful for couples, families, and first-time ryokan guests.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not ideal for city accessThis is a coastal retreat in Yura rather than a centrally located Tsuruoka base, so it is less convenient if your priority is easy access to urban restaurants, shopping, or station-area transport. The stay makes more sense as a destination in itself.
Weather can shape the experienceBecause the appeal is strongly tied to the sea and views, poor weather can reduce some of the atmosphere that makes the ryokan special. Travelers coming mainly for scenery may feel this more than those focused only on the baths.
Seafood focus may limit some dinersThe inn’s food identity leans heavily toward local fish and shellfish, which is a plus for many guests but less appealing if you do not enjoy seafood. If dinner is important to you, personal taste matters a lot here.
More classic ryokan than sleek luxuryTravelers expecting a highly design-forward or ultra-contemporary luxury property may find the style more traditional and practical than cutting-edge. Its appeal is atmosphere and local character rather than trend-focused polish.
Best enjoyed with a slower itineraryYaotome fits travelers who want to settle in, bathe, dine, and enjoy the coast, not those trying to squeeze in many stops in one day. If you prefer fast-moving sightseeing, the experience may feel underused.

Current position: 25th out of 47 ryokans in Yamagata.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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	8.8/10	255
25th	Yura Onsen Yaotome Current ryokan	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