Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there by bus?
Take a Shonai Kotsu bus bound for Yunohama Onsen from Tsuruoka Station on the JR Uetsu Line; the journey to the terminus at Yunohama Onsen takes about 37-40 minutes. The inn is about 3 minutes' walk from the bus stop.
Check-in (1)
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00.
Rooms (2)
How many rooms are there?
There are about 40 to 48 rooms in total, mainly Japanese style, with many facing the sea. Larger rooms such as the Japanese-style wide deluxe twin are also available.
Do all rooms have a sea view?
Yes, every room looks out over the Sea of Japan. The sunset over the horizon directly in front is a particularly fine sight, chosen as one of Japan's hundred best sunsets.
Facilities (1)
Is there a library or reading space?
There is a library corner called the Isagoya Bunko, with shelves of works by writers from the Shonai region and related books.
Hot springs (3)
What kinds of baths are there, and how many?
There are six baths, each with its own character. The large communal baths alternate between men and women: the sea side has a dry sauna, and the town side a mist sauna and a spacious open-air bath. A private bath is also available.
What are the qualities of Yunohama Onsen?
It is a historic spring, with a legend that a turtle healed its wounds here. The water is soft and smooth, and guests praise the way it leaves the skin feeling moist.
Is there a sauna?
Yes, there are saunas in the large communal baths: a dry sauna in the sea-side bath and a mist sauna in the town-side bath (the two alternate between men and women).
Sightseeing (1)
Is it convenient for sightseeing in Shonai?
Being in Tsuruoka City, it is well placed for attractions in the Shonai area such as Mount Haguro (Dewa Sanzan Shrine), Tsuruoka Park and the Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium.
Meals (1)
What is distinctive about the food?
Our local kaiseki cuisine, making generous use of fresh seafood from the Shonai coast, is very popular. Dishes such as sake-steamed abalone showcase seasonal Shonai ingredients.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is parking for 70 vehicles, free and with no booking needed.
Other (6)
How do I get there?
About 37-40 minutes on a Shonai Kotsu bus bound for Yunohama Onsen from Tsuruoka Station on the JR Uetsu Line (alight at the terminus), then about 3 minutes on foot. By car it is about 20 minutes from Tsuruoka Station.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please contact the property for details.
What is the address?
1-8-7 Yunohama, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture
Is Wi-Fi available?
Not available.
What time is check-out?
11:00.
What time is check-in?
15:00.