Walking Together
with Yamanaka Onsen
for 800 Years
A Journey to Experience the Heart of Japanese Local Spirit
Yamanaka Onsen is the hidden retreat just under an hour from Kanazawa,
located along a mountain stream.
Tawaraya is one of the 12 original Japanese ryokans founded in the13th century in Yamanaka Onsen.
Beyond the high-quality hot springs, magnificent nature and the charming streetscape of the onsen town,
guests can savor traditional Kaga kaiseki cuisine served in some local traditional crafts such as Yamanaka lacquerware and Kutani porcelain,
accompanied by local sake.
We aspire to be theshowroom that connects the nature and the culture of Yamanaka Onsen with all who visit.
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offer the best rates.
Official Website Exclusive Exclusive Booking Benefits
Book Direct & Save ¥1,100!
Book through our official website and save ¥1,100 per adult on your stay.
*Compared to the same plan and conditions on domestic online travel sites in Japan.
Receive a ¥500 voucher for use within the hotel!
Can be used for purchases at the shop or for drinks during your stay. (One voucher per adult)
*Cannot be applied to the accommodation fee.
Private bath discount of ¥1,100!
You can enjoy a discount of 1,100 yen off the regular price.
*Regular price: 45 minutes – 3,300 yen
－ We also offer an exclusive Web Membership program with even greater benefits. Join today! －
Hot Spring (Onsen)
Feel the Murmur of the Stream and the Gentle Sunlight
"Riverside Open-Air Bath"
Immerse Yourself in the Pure, 100% Natural Hot Spring Waters
According to legend, the hot spring once healed the injured leg of a white heron.
The clear, colorless, and silky-smooth waters are known for their abundant flow and soothing touch.
Guests can enjoy the riverside open-air baths, with morning and evening views and separate times for men and women.
Hot Spring
Riverside Open-Air BathsKakusen
Riverside Open-Air BathsKajika
Private BathKikuka
Basic Information
| Public Baths | ・Kakusen 5:00~11:00（Men’s Bath） / 15:00~0:00（Women’s Bath） ・Kajika 5:00~11:00（Women’s Bath） / 15:00~0:00（Men’s Bath） * At night, Kakusen is for women and Kajika is for men. The baths switch for the following morning. |
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| Private Bath | ・one private bath 6:00~11:00 / 15:00~0:00 Usage Fee：45 minutes / ¥3,300 * Reservations are required by phone in advance as availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. |
| Benefits | Relieves joint pain, back pain, sensitivity to cold, digestive disorders, diabetes, cuts, and stress |
| How to Enjoy the Hot Springs |
Cuisine
Kaga Kaiseki,
The rich natural environment of Yamanaka Onsen provides an abundance of fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables.
Our chefs carefully prepare each dish using traditional Japanese cooking methods.
Meals -named “Kaga Kaiseki”- are beautifully presented with local traditional crafts such as Yamanaka lacquerware and Kutani porcelain.
The cuisine of Tawaraya offers a way to experience Japanese culture and aesthetics through food.
Please enjoy the local flavors of Japan together with our selection of “sake”.
- Dinner: 18:00 ~ 21:00 / Breakfast: 7:00 ~ 9:30
Kano Crab
(Early November – Mid-March)
For a true taste of winter in the Hokuriku region, please enjoy “Kano-Gani”. This local brand crab, freshly caught at the local fishing port, is identified by a light-blue tag on its leg. Its thick, meaty legs are packed with flavor, offering a rich and satisfying taste.
* Price: from ¥28,600 ~( Rates vary by season)
* Rates vary by season
Important Notes
For guests with room-only or breakfast-only plans
・If you would like to add dinner or breakfast after making your reservation, please contact us by 18:00 the day before check-in.
・We are generally unable to accommodate same-day requests.
Regarding food allergies
・We regret that we are unable to accommodate vegetarian or vegan meal requests.
・We can accommodate food allergies, but there may be certain ingredients we cannot exclude.
・Please notify us by 18:00 the day before check-in (same-day requests cannot be accepted).
For guests booking two or more rooms
・If your group makes separate reservations, please inform us by 18:00 the day before check-in which reservations belong to the same group
・Without prior notice, rooms and restaurant seating may be arranged separately.
・Same-day requests cannot be accommodated.
For guests with dinner-inclusive plans
・The restaurant closes at 21:00.
・Meals may not be served after this time, so please ensure you arrive early enough.
Special Room with Hot Spring
The special rooms with hot springs, newly built or renovated between 2022 and 2023, offer a variety of private stay experiences: rooms with open-air baths where meals can be enjoyed in-room, rooms equipped with full saunas, rooms with semi-open-air baths flowing directly from the source, and Western-style rooms with terraces overlooking the mountain stream.
Japanese Rooms
Traditional Japanese-style rooms overlooking the magnificent nature view feel you the Japanese traditional culture or atmosphere.
Hotel Services & Hospitality
- Souvenir Shop
- Esthetics & Relaxation Massage
- Japanese Yukata (you can select its colors)
- Free Drink Bar
- Free Wi-Fi in All Rooms
- Traditional Crafts & Artworks to Enjoy While Walking Around the Hotel
- Rental Bicycles for Convenient Town Exploration
| Check-In / Check-Out | 15:00 / 11:00 (Please contact us if check-in will be after 18:00) |
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| Wi-Fi | Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. |
| Total Rooms | 43 Rooms |
| Parking | 80 Spaces (Free, reservation is not needed) |
| Hotel Guidance & Tea Service | Please note that we do not provide in-room guidance or tea service. A “Free Drink Corner” is available in the lobby for you to enjoy at your leisure. |
| Smoking Policy | The entire hotel is non-smoking. Please use the designated smoking area. [Smoking Area (6th Floor, Central) – accessible via the stairs next to the front desk or from the 6th floor] |
| Barrier-Free Accessibility | Wheelchair Accessible, Wheelchairs Available for Rent, Western-Style Toilets in Guest Rooms, Handrails in Large Public Baths Wheelchair-Accessible Toilets in the Hotel, Three Barrier-Free Japanese-Western Style Rooms (Reservation Required) |
| Credit Cards Accepted | VISA, JCB, American Express, Diner’s Club, UC, DC, NICOS, Bank Card, MasterCard, JTB |
| Cancellation Policy | The following cancellation fees apply: Same day: 100% of the accommodation fee One day prior: 50% of the accommodation fee From 3 days prior: 30% of the accommodation fee No-show or failure to arrive without notice: 100% of the accommodation fee * Cancellation fees may vary depending on the plan or date. Always check the policy for your specific reservation. |
Access
1 hour from Kanazawa and 3–4 hours from Tokyo or Kyoto or Osaka or Nagoya.
20 minutes by our shuttle bus from Kaga Onsen Station or 20 minutes by car from Kaga IC.
2-HE-1 Higashimachi, Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga City, Ishikawa
TEL:+81-761-78-1321 FAX:+81-761-78-2518
| Hokuriku Expressway | 30 minutes from Komatsu IC |
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JR Hokuriku Line – Kaga Onsen Station |
Free Shuttle Bus 20 minutes / Route Bus 40 minutes |
Please take the free shuttle bus to Tawaraya
About the Free Shuttle Bus from Kaga Onsen Station
reservation required
A complimentary shuttle bus is available from JR Kaga Onsen Station.
Advance reservations are required. The bus does not operate if there are no reservations.
Please reserve the bus by email, message, or phone (TEL:+81-761-78-1321).
* Please note that the shuttle does not operate without a reservation.
* For return trips, please notify the front desk by 20:00.
| Pickup Bus [ Departing from Kaga Onsen Station ] |
Departure: 14:00 Departure: 15:00 Departure: 16:00 Departure: 17:00 Departure: 18:00 |
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| Return Bus [ Departing from Tawaraya ] |
Departure: 8:45 Departure: 9:45 Departure: 10:45 |
For Guests Arriving by Train
We offer a free shuttle from JR Kaga Onsen Station (reservation required).
For Guests Arriving by Train
20 minutes
Bus Terminal 5 On Foot
（Fare from ¥3,500）
We offer a free shuttle from JR Kaga Onsen Station (reservation required).
For Guests Arriving by Car
For Guests Arriving by Car
Tokyo From
Kanazawa From
Nagoya From
Osaka
●Parking｜80 Spaces (Free)
On days when parking spaces are in high demand, we may ask to
hold your car key so that our staff can move vehicles as needed.
For Guests Arriving by Plane
20 minutes
Recommended Famous Spots
5 minutes on foot
from Tawaraya
Kakusenkei Promenade
Along Kakusenkei, the promenade stretches from Korogi Bridge to Kurotani Bridge, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely walk while taking in the natural surroundings.
5 minutes on
foot from Tawaraya
Public Bath Kiku-no-Yu / Yamanaka-za Theater
A magnificent public bath standing in the same location since its opening, offering separate baths for men and women.
10 minutes on foot
from Tawaraya
Yuge Street
The main street of Yamanaka Onsen, lined with charming streetscapes, gourmet spots, and souvenir shops.
5 minutes on foot
from Tawaraya
Ayatori Bridge
Designed in the shape of a string figure, Ayatori Bridge is a striking S-shaped bridge painted in vivid crimson-purple, located near the center of the Kakusenkei Promenade.
15 minutes on foot
from Tawaraya
Korogi Bridge
A bridge made entirely of cypress spanning the upper reaches of Kakusenkei. Its silhouette, full of onsen charm, has become a symbol of Yamanaka Onsen.
5 minutes on foot
from Tawaraya
Kurotani Bridge
A sturdy stone bridge with a distinctive arch, historically said to have been used by many travelers heading to Komatsu and Natadera Temple.
Rental Electric Bicycles
Rental Electric Bicycles
Perfect for exploring the town, electric bicycles are also available for rent.
| Usage Times | 7：00～18：00 |
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| Price | ¥500 / 3 hours |
| Usage Times | 7：00～18：00 |
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| Price | ¥500 / 3 hours |
