Frequently Asked Questions
English answers are machine-translated from the property's Japanese information. Please confirm important details with the property directly.
Or browse the answers we’ve already prepared below.
These answers were written by AI from the property's official website. The property has not checked them. Collected on June 25, 2026. Prices and times may be out of date, so please confirm anything important with the property.
Access / Shuttle service (1)
How do I get here from Morioka Station?
A paid shuttle bus runs from bus stop 28 on the 2F bus terminal at Morioka Station West Exit (departing 15:00, reservation required by 17:00 three days prior). Fares are 500 yen one-way for middle school and above, 250 yen for primary school children, and free for preschoolers.
エンタメ (1)
Are there events or entertainment in the facility?
We hold a sansa dance experience event in the lobby every evening from 20:15 (closed 7/26–8/7 and 12/26–1/3). We also provide welcome drinks (amazake and others) after check-in.
Check-in / check-out (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is 15:00 (final check-in at 20:00) and check-out is 10:00. Some plans include 11:00 check-out.
Traveling with children (1)
Can families with children stay here?
We welcome family stays. Children's rates apply to elementary school-aged children; preschool children stay free. We have wheelchair-accessible toilets and wheelchair rentals, among other barrier-free facilities.
Rooms (1)
I heard all rooms have lake views—is this true?
All guest rooms overlook Gosho Lake and the Iwate Mountain range. You can enjoy seasonal scenery from your room as if viewing a painting.
Day-use bathing (1)
Is day-use bathing available?
Day-use bathing is available (from June 1, 2025, the large bath "Hitorijime no Yu" only). Reception hours may be shortened if crowding is expected in the building or bathhouse. Please contact us in advance.
Hot springs (2)
What types of baths are available?
There are two bathing areas: 'Hitorizime no Yu' (a large bath overlooking Gosho Lake with open-air baths including hinoki cypress and silk baths) and 'Nanbu Magariya no Yu' (source spring flow-through water with indoor and open-air baths). Genders rotate daily. Private open-air baths are also available.
What is the spring water quality and its benefits?
A simple sulfur spring with pH 9.1, known as a 'beauty hot spring' due to its high alkalinity. It has cleansing and skin-smoothing effects and aids stress relief and fatigue recovery. It is also suitable for neuralgia, joint pain, and poor circulation.
Equipment (1)
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is installed in all guest rooms.
Meals (1)
What is included in dinner?
Kyodo kaiseki (regional multi-course dinner) featuring seafood from Sanriku, beef from Kitakami and Ou, and mountain village ingredients. We focus on seasonal, locally sourced cuisine. Offerings vary by plan.
Parking (1)
Is there a car park?
Free parking for approximately 150 vehicles (outdoor). Complimentary for guests. In winter, roads often freeze or become packed snow, so winter tyres or tyre chains are required.
Other (6)
Is Wi-Fi available?
Wi-Fi is available. Please contact the property for where it can be used and whether there is a charge.
What time is check-in?
15:00.
How do I get there?
Shuttle bus (paid, reservation required) from the west exit of JR Morioka Station, approximately 25 minutes. Or approximately 15 minutes by car from Morioka IC on the Tohoku Expressway heading towards Akita on Route 46.
What is the address?
74-2 Tsunagi Yunoyakata, Morioka, Iwate Prefecture
Is there a car park?
Parking is available. Please contact the facility for details.
What time is checkout?
10:00.