Higashine Onsen Kohaku-no-yu Keyaki-no-yado
東根温泉 琥珀の湯 欅の宿ひがしねおんせん こはくのゆ けやきのやど
An old-fashioned ryokan with smooth, amber spring water
Day Use
YesDay-use hours are given for weekdays, and there is no day-use entry on Saturdays. Last entry is 21:00, and admission may be limited at busy times, so it is worth calling ahead.
The adult price is before tax. Towel rental is available if you do not bring your own.
Bathing & Water
Uses natural hot spring water
Bathing Arrangements
Private onsen bath in guest rooms, for overnight guests only
Shared bathing area for all genders
Policies & Services
Welcomes children and families
A restaurant or dining room open to visitors, not only meals for overnight guests
Day-visitor dining is by advance reservation only, with a minimum group size.
Shower, wash stations, soap and shampoo provided
Towels to rent or borrow at the desk
On-site or nearby parking available
The on-site lot is small (about 15 spaces); at busy times guests may be directed to another lot about a 5-minute walk away.
Programs
About
Kohaku-no-yu Keyaki-no-yado is a traditional ryokan at the center of Higashine Onsen. Its shared bath runs on a local spring known for amber-colored, soft water that feels smooth and faintly slippery on the skin, so much so that the ryokan takes its name from it (kohaku means amber). Day-use bathing is available on top of overnight stays. The building shows its age. Reviewers describe an old-school ryokan, kept tidy despite the wear, with a lobby corner of retro arcade games, Space Invaders and Puyo Puyo among them, that feels frozen in the Showa era. It doubles as a venue for local gatherings and banquets, and dinner leans on Yamagata beef and other seasonal, local ingredients.
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Last updated September 26, 2026