Kairagiso

Kokumin Shukusha Iide Kaihikari-so (国民宿舎 飯豊 梅花皮荘) A decent older hotel, more like a mountain lodge or something similar. The hotel is surrounded by mountains — incredible views. Only 2 baths but they're big. No rotenburo. Delicious food, everything from Yamagata. Higaeri available (500 yen). Rooms are a bit worn but nothing terrible. There are large rooms — we saw one for at least 5 people. No shower, shared toilet. Given the proximity to the mountains, I think it's more often used by hikers than regular tourists. Nearby there's apparently a cool rotenburo, but it's seasonal and we couldn't visit.