Takamiya Rurikura Resort features ski-to-door access from Yokukura ski slope, an outdoor hot spring bath and karaoke rooms. It houses a sauna and a tennis court, while the swimming pool is open in summer. The lobby offers free Wi-Fi. Basic air-conditioned rooms come with an LCD TV, a mini-bar and an electric kettle. All rooms have an attached bathroom, and yukata robes and toiletries are provided. Guests at Resort Takamiya Rurikura can unwind in the public hot spring bath or sauna free of charge, or get active playing tennis, swimming or singing karaoke at a charge. The hotel offers skiing lessons and massage treatments, while facilities include lockers, drinks vending machines and free parking. A Japanese breakfast or a breakfast buffet with Japanese dishes is served in the mornings. For dinner, the Kurikura offers a traditional kaiseki multi-course dinner around a shabushabu or sukiyaki meat dish. Located right in front of Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort’s Yokokura slope, Rurikura Takamiya Resort is a 1-minute walk from Zao Ropeway. Yamagata Station is a 45-minute bus ride, and a free pick-up is available from Zao Bus Terminal upon advance request.