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Yunohama Onsen
A seaside hot spring resort with a white sandy beach and superb view of the sunset over the Sea of Japan
Located in the Shonai region west of Tsuruoka City in Yamagata Prefecture, Yunohama Onsen is a hot spring town with hotels and inns lining the coast and a breathtaking panoramic sunset over the Sea of Japan. The coast of Yunohama is one of the largest shallow swimming beaches in the Tohoku region. In the summer, family visitors can enjoy various activities such as sea kayaking. The town is conveniently located at only about 10 minutes by car from Shonai Airport.
Yamagata Yunohama Onsen Hotel TAKEYA
Yamagata Yunohama Onsen Kameya
Yamagata Yunohama Onsen ISAGOYA
Yamagata Yunohama Onsen Hotel Mankoen
Yamagata Yunohama Onsen Tatsunoyu
Yamagata Yunohama Onsen Kameya
Birthplace of Japanese surfing
Senoshi, or riding waves on a single piece of board, is a traditional marine sport of Yunohama that has even been documented in the Edo period (1603-1868), essentially much like surfing today. Japan's first surfing started here on Yunohama Beach. Subsequently, in 1900, the so-called body surfing was born, in which people ride waves with their bodies without using boards. A monument commemorating the "Birthplace of Japanese Surfing" stands on the beach of Yunohama.
Yunohama Beach
Yunohama Beach, one of the largest swimming beaches in the Tohoku region, is located at the southern tip of the Shonai Sand Dunes and extends along the long coastline of the hot spring town. The endless white sandy beach, the shallow ocean and the calm Sea of Japan in the summer all make this an enjoyable destination for families. Various marine activities are available including sea kayaking, surfing and Japan's first official beach slackline. A clam-digging area for children in elementary school and under is also a great fun spot. The Yunohama Mini Fireworks, which starts from the end of July and held every day, is small in scale but quite powerful.
Yunohama Onsen Kameya
Founded in 1813, Yunohama Onsen Kameya is named after a legend that a turtle discovered the hot spring. It is a representative hot spring inn of Yunohama that incorporates modern aspects while remaining true to traditions. The view facing the horizon of the Sea of Japan offers splendid scenery for every season. Enjoy delicious meals prepared with the rich produce from the Shonai region and fresh catches from the Sea of Japan, and feel the abundant natural blessings of Yamagata's Shonai region.
Location
| Name | Yunohama Onsen |
|---|---|
| Website | http://www.yunohamaonsen.com/en/ |
| Address | 1-1-7 Yunohama, Tsuruoka-shi, Yamagata (Yunohama Onsen Tourism Association) |
| Access | Approximately 10 minutes' drive from Shonai Airport From JR Tsuruoka Station, take the bus to Yunohama Onsen for approximately 40 minutes. Approximately 20 minutes' drive from the Tsuruoka IC on the Yamagata Expressway |
| Inquiries | TEL: 0235-75-2258 (Yunohama Onsen Tourism Association) |