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Ryokan
Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen
Ryokan
036-0402 Aomori, Kuroishi, Okiura Aonisawa Takinoue 1-7, Japan – Great location - show map
After booking, all of the property’s details, including telephone and address, are provided in your booking confirmation and your account.
My stay was amazing and it almost felt like a dream. The staff were so accommodating and they did their best explaining how I can make the most out of my stay despite my own Japanese lacking. It’s a once in a lifetime trip.
Erika
Japan
JapanThis beautiful hotel is nestled along a picturesque mountain stream. Absolutely gorgeous. And the oil lamps add incredible drama to your stay. The open-air onsen were lovely.
Jenifer
Japan
JapanThe baths here are, in a word, extraordinary. I have been wanting to visit this onsen ryokan for many years, and I was delighted to discover that the baths were even more varied and splendid than I'd expected. The staff was unfailingly friendly, and the food was much better than I'd anticipated for the price we paid. Access is a bit tricky (this place is in the middle of nowhere), but the hotel was very informative about letting me know which trains/buses to take, so my guest and I arrived and departed sans problems.
Daniel
Japan
JapanRemote location, beautiful scenery, great onsens, and delicious food!
Jordan
United States of America
United States of AmericaBreakfast and dinner are traditional Japanese foods. They were delicious and the dining experience was pleasant. If you don't like traditional Japanese food then I suggest you bring snacks.
Andrea
Japan
JapanAn amazing getaway location. No cell service. Onsens are beautiful and comforting.
Jennifer
United States of America
United States of AmericaI love the location, the onsen, the foods, the staff!! I will definitely comeback here again in the future. Worth the price and distance, especially for people who loves serenity and onsen :)
Andintya
Japan
JapanEven though this place was featured in the Lonely Planet, there was nothing “ruined” about this experience. Everything about our stay was wonderful. It seemed we were the only family staying, and our rooms were the two upstairs at the removed building, it felt like our own little cottage. It was also right next to the mixed gender onsen, which only seemed to be popular at ladies’ hour, and we were often the only ones there. The staff offered us our own space for dining as well, we arrived at the incredible space to find all the meal waiting for us. We never even saw a server. In fact, even though the rooms were full the night we stayed, it somehow managed to feel like our own oasis! The ambiance of the lamps, the gorgeous fall colors, sound of the river, delicious meals and whole experience was a 10/10!
Laurel
Japan
JapanIt’s hodden onsen hot springs in the middle of nowhere than snows . Quiet and Relaxing. The meals are so good and with local tastes
Poco
Japan
JapanSecluded location, multiple baths with nice views, excellent food.
Andrew
Japan
Japan
Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen
8.4
Very Good
127 reviews
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Located on a mountain, there are no cellphone reception and electricity at the property. Guests can enjoy the serene atmosphere in the middle of nature. At night, the property lights up using only lamp lights.
Guests can enjoy the mountain and river views from their rooms.
There are 4 different types of public baths including a open-air bath and a hot springs bath. A free shuttle service is provided by the property upon request. There is a gift shop and free private parking on site. A drinks vending machine is available on site.
Traditional Japanese-cuisine is provided for both dinner and breakfast. Char grilled with salt and mountain vegetables are served for a healthy dinner, while a Japanese-style set meal is offered for breakfast.
This property is a ryokan, which is a type of traditional Japanese Inn. Learn more
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- What's a ryokan?
- A ryokan is a traditional Japanese inn. They usually feature bathhouses, multicourse dinners, communal spaces where guests can relax, and rooms with woven-straw flooring and futon mats. Like hotels, a range of ryokans (from budget to luxury) is available. What originated centuries ago as a free rest house for long-distance travelers has evolved into a popular destination for relaxation surrounded by therapeutic mineral springs.
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- What are the big differences between a ryokan and a hotel?
- Unlike a hotel, where the guest room is just a place to turn in for the night, a ryokan is more than just a place to sleep. In Japan, many travelers journey long distances to relax in a hot spring bath and feast on a traditional multicourse dinner – staying in a ryokan is an experience in and of itself. These ryokans typically have Japanese-style rooms with woven-straw floors and futon beds (no Western beds and carpeting). You should also remove your shoes at the entrance of the room, or before you enter it. Modern ryokans might serve buffet-style meals in a dining area, while more traditional ryokans tend to serve in-room dinners. Some ryokan rooms have a private bathroom, and others might just have a shared bathroom.
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- What's a kaiseki meal?
- Kaiseki is the culinary highlight at a ryokan, embodying beautifully presented dishes that delight both the palate and the eyes. Every one of the 10 to 15 dishes that make up the multicourse Japanese dinner is prepared in a way that highlights the unique textures, colors, and flavors of featured seasonal ingredients and local specialties. Most commonly served at special restaurants and ryokans, a traditional kaiseki dinner usually consists of bite-size appetizers, fresh sashimi (raw fish, like sushi), soup, grilled fish or meat, a hot-pot dish, rice with miso soup, and a small dessert.
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- What's a yukata?
- A yukata is a casual summer kimono or robe, typically made of light cotton. Many ryokans provide guests with yukata robes during their stay. In some areas, it's common to see guests strolling through the neighborhood in their yukatas. The loose-fitting garment is perfect for sleeping and relaxing in.
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- How should I wear a yukata?
- First, put your arms through the sleeves like you would with a robe. Take the right side of the yukata and wrap it across your body. Then, take the left side and wrap it over the right, making sure that the robe is level at your ankles. Pinning the yukata closed on the right side, wrap the sash around your waist a couple of times and then tie a bow. Generally, the bow is tied around the waist for women, and the hips for men.
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- What's a Japanese hot spring (onsen)?
- Onsen (literally "hot spring") is a term often used to refer to both the mineral-rich hot springs and the bathing facilities that house them. Whether the bath is public or private, gender-segregated or mixed, indoor or outdoor, soaking and unwinding in the soothing geothermal waters at an onsen is a millennia-old custom deeply embedded in Japanese culture.
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- What's standard bathing etiquette?
- At a bathhouse—onsen or not—guests are expected to remove all clothing in their respective changing rooms before entering the bathing area. As a common courtesy, once inside the bathing area, guests should wash and rinse their bodies thoroughly before quietly stepping into the hot water. Whether you relax in solitude or converse softly with others is up to you, but guests should always be mindful of others. Wash towels are often used to cover one’s private areas while walking around. However, note that you should not put towels in the water.
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- Why are tattoos not allowed?
- While tattoos have become more popular among Japan's youth, many Japanese people still associate them with outlaws and organized crime. Nowadays, not all businesses ban customers with tattoos, but you might still be refused admission to bathhouses and swimming pools. Small tattoos can be covered up using waterproof bandaids, but keep in mind that each property has the final say on what’s acceptable.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Your stay will include:
Property Highlights
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)
Breakfast Info
Asian
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Open-air bath, Bathhouse, Hot spring bath
Sleeps
Room Type
3 reasons to choose Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen
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See what guests loved the most:
- Erika
Japan“My stay was amazing and it almost felt like a dream. The staff were so accommodating and they did their best explaining how I can make the most out of my stay despite my own Japanese lacking. It’s a once in a lifetime trip.” 
JeniferJapan“This beautiful hotel is nestled along a picturesque mountain stream. Absolutely gorgeous. And the oil lamps add incredible drama to your stay. The open-air onsen were lovely.”- DanielJapan“The baths here are, in a word, extraordinary. I have been wanting to visit this onsen ryokan for many years, and I was delighted to discover that the baths were even more varied and splendid than I'd expected. The staff was unfailingly friendly, and...”
- Jordan
United States of America“Remote location, beautiful scenery, great onsens, and delicious food!” - AndreaJapan“Breakfast and dinner are traditional Japanese foods. They were delicious and the dining experience was pleasant. If you don't like traditional Japanese food then I suggest you bring snacks.”
- JenniferUnited States of America“An amazing getaway location. No cell service. Onsens are beautiful and comforting.”
- AndintyaJapan“I love the location, the onsen, the foods, the staff!! I will definitely comeback here again in the future. Worth the price and distance, especially for people who loves serenity and onsen :)”
- LaurelJapan“Even though this place was featured in the Lonely Planet, there was nothing “ruined” about this experience. Everything about our stay was wonderful. It seemed we were the only family staying, and our rooms were the two upstairs at the removed...”
PocoJapan“It’s hodden onsen hot springs in the middle of nowhere than snows . Quiet and Relaxing. The meals are so good and with local tastes”
AndrewJapan“Secluded location, multiple baths with nice views, excellent food.”
Host Info
Company review score: 8.8Based on 127 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Property info
■Guidance
・ This hotel is a "Lamp no Yado" located in Aomori Prefecture in the Tohoku region. (Beware of the mistake, as there are hotels with the same name in other prefectures)
・ The entire building does not have electricity. The lighting is only a lamp. ※ Excluding some
・PC, mobile phone, and smartphone can not be used because radio waves do not enter. ※ There is also no wi-fi
・There is no TV or outlet in the room.
・ There is no shower in the bath. There is no dryer at the dressing room.
Language Spoken
Japanese
What's nearby
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Sukayu Onsen8.4 miles
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Hakkoda Ski Area9.2 miles
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Lake Towada10.3 miles
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Tsuta Hot Spring11.9 miles
Natural Beauty
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Mountain 中野もみじ山7.5 miles
Closest Airports
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Aomori Airport11.7 miles
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Odate-Noshiro Airport32.1 miles
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Misawa Airport35.7 miles
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All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Amenities of Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Internet
No internet access available.
Bathroom
Room Amenities
Accessibility
General
Activities
Services
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Languages Spoken
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No cribs or extra beds are available.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
When settling the bill, the property will accept cash only (in Japanese Yen).
Dinner is served between 18:00-20:00 and cannot be served later.
There is a free shuttle service to the property available upon request. Please contact the property directly to make a reservation.
The shuttle leaves at 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00 from 1 December until 31 March, every year. The shuttle leaves at 15:00 and 16:00 during all other months. It takes approximately 20 minutes.
Please inform the property of your means of transportation, at the time of booking.
<Road Block Notice during the Winter Season>
The road between the entrance of National Highway Route 102 to the property will be closed off for private cars from 1 December until 31 March every year.
Guests can park their cars in the Nijinoko Park parking lot and take the shuttle from Michi no Eki (roadside station) Nijinoko. Please contact the property directly for details.
Dinner is served between 18:00-20:00 and cannot be served later.
There is a free shuttle service to the property available upon request. Please contact the property directly to make a reservation.
The shuttle leaves at 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00 from 1 December until 31 March, every year. The shuttle leaves at 15:00 and 16:00 during all other months. It takes approximately 20 minutes.
Please inform the property of your means of transportation, at the time of booking.
<Road Block Notice during the Winter Season>
The road between the entrance of National Highway Route 102 to the property will be closed off for private cars from 1 December until 31 March every year.
Guests can park their cars in the Nijinoko Park parking lot and take the shuttle from Michi no Eki (roadside station) Nijinoko. Please contact the property directly for details.
Please inform Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
FAQs about Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen
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Check-in at Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Open-air bath
- Hot spring bath
- Bathhouse
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Room options at Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen include:
- Family
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen by:
- Taxi 1h 10min
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Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen is 8.1 miles from the center of Kuroishi.
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Guests staying at Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Asian
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The prices at Lamp no Yado Aoni onsen may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
