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"Zao Kokusai Hotel is recommended for après wellness when visiting Zao Onsen Ski Resort." - Jessica Chapel
Outdoor hot springs with mountain views and ski-in/ski-out access
933 Zaoonsen, Yamagata, 990-2301, Japan Get directions
Japanese inn · Yamagata Prefecture
Hot spring baths, kaiseki meals, and exceptional hospitality
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Premium sakes and shochus for travelers, including Juyondai
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