31 Best Hotels in Tohoku, Japan

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Hotels in Tohoku run the gamut from minuscule to behemoth, and often reflect local character. Make advance lodging reservations for the busy summer season, or you may find yourself paying a premium for a leftover room. Hotels and Japanese inns have the standard amenities, and, as is common in Japan, provide free toothbrushes, hair articles, robes, slippers, plentiful towels, hair dryers, and more. Most large hotels offer a choice of Japanese or Western breakfast; though it is not often included in the rates, it’s seldom more than ¥1,500–¥2,000 per person.

Yunushi Ichijoh Ryokan

$$$ | 1–48 Kamasaki, Shiroishi, 989-0231, Japan

The old and new are elegantly juxtaposed in this upscale ryokan, where a century-old, four-story wooden building stands next to a newly built luxury lodging. Museum-quality art of the Edo period (1603–1868) is exhibited in public areas. Each room is unique, and all have state-of-the-art amenities like heated towel racks. Some rooms have beds instead of futons. You'll enjoy fine dining in the evenings accompanied by music in the well-restored original building. They claim that the 600-year-old onsen here was used by none other than Date Masamune himself. Beautiful, natural surroundings attract many honeymooners and couples. Call to arrange free pickup from either Shiroishi-Zao Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen line or from Shiroishi Station on the Tohoku main line.

Pros

  • Impeccable service
  • Excellent meals (with upgrade options)
  • Some rooms have private hot-spring baths

Cons

  • Remote location well away from Sendai
  • Not much going on nearby
  • Can feel isolated
1–48 Kamasaki, Shiroishi, 989-0231, Japan
0224-26–2151
Hotel Details
24 rooms
All-Inclusive

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