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Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

3.5 star property
Ryokan in Zao with free parking

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, electronic bidet, towels
Hot springs
Hot springs
Standard Room | In-room safe, individually decorated
Superior Room, Non Smoking | View from room
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro offers a genuine retreat in a peaceful setting. Guests can enjoy mineral-rich indoor hot springs and private outdoor onsen. The ryokan blends traditional relaxation with modern comforts, including free WiFi and evening karaoke.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View | In-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Mountain View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 5 Twin Futons

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Premier Room, Non Smoking | View from room

Premier Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
In-room safe
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Twin Futons

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Superior Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Spring water bathtub
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

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In-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Futons

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | In-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Toilet with electronic bidet
Hair dryer
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 5 Twin Futons

About the neighborhood

Zao is home to Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zao Quasi-National Park and Lake Kamafusa Dam, while Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall and Yajiro Kokeshi Village are cultural highlights. Zao Dairy Farm and Zao Fox Village are also worth visiting.
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Map
3 Motomachi, Toggata Onsen, Katta-gun, Zao, Miyagi, 989-0913

What's nearby

  • Togatta Onsen - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Zao Dairy Farm - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Takimidai Lookout - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Zao Fox Village - 17 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort - 36 min drive - 22.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sendai Ayashi Station - 30 min drive
  • Sendai Airport (SDJ) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪さかい珈琲 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪チーズシェッド - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪賛久庵 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪蔵王手打ちそば 新楽 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zao Boo - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro

Property highlights
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro provides amenities like an indoor mineral hot spring (onsen) and a restaurant. For some rest and relaxation, visit the outdoor private onsen. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, luggage storage, and karaoke
  • A front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Toilets with electronic bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • Private outdoor onsen (mineral springs) in communal space
  • Public bath open from 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Public indoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Public outdoor mineral hot springs (onsen)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 4 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Genkan (entryway)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fusuma (room partition)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Safe
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - midnight
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 PM to receive dinner.
Meals and futons are not included in the room rate for children ages 2 and younger who are included in the reservation.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

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 hot springs and access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Property is also known as

Ryokan SANJIRO Zao
SANJIRO Zao
Ryokan SANJIRO
Kappa No Yado Sanjiro Zao
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro Zao
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro Ryokan
Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro Ryokan Zao

Frequently asked questions

Is Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kappa no Yado Ryokan Sanjiro located?

Situated in Zao, this ryokan is steps from Togatta Onsen and Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall. Zao Quasi-National Park and Zao Dairy Farm are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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