Zao Onsen Dai Rotenburo
A famous big open-air bath at the highest point in Zao Onsen town. An open-air bath for men and women made alongside the mountain stream, with capacity for 200 people. An open construction surrounded by Zao’s nature, it is a popular spot for enjoying the hot spring or peaceful walk through the woods. The hot spring water is of the highly acidic sulfur variety, also called the “beauty maker.” It is closed from December to the following March. Take the Yamako Bus to its last stop in the “Zao Onsen” direction.
Spot details
- Address
- Yamagata Pref. Yamagatashi Zaouonsen Arai-ku 853-3 Map
- Area
- Murayama Area
- Phone
- 0236949417
- Hours
- Hours may change depending on the season and weather
- Closed
- Closed from around Mid-Nov. to around Mid-Apr.
- Fees
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[Bathing fee]
[Adult]700yen
[Children (1-12 years old)]400yen - Parking Lot
- Available(60spaces)
- Credit Card
- Not available
- Smoking
- Available (Available next to the parking lot)
- Wi-Fi
- Not available
- Vegetarian Menu
- Not available
- English Menu
- Not available
- Note
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* Currently, the business hours will be shortened for the time being to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus infection.
[Weekday] 9:30-17:00 (Last reception 16:30)
[Saturday Sunday Public holiday] 9:30-18:00 (Last reception 17:30)
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN
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