Hotel Kiyomizu

In Akiu Onsen just outside Sendai—an onsen ryokan tucked near Rairaikyo Gorge and the Sendai Kaleidoscope Museum. It’s a short drive from Sendai Astronomical Observatory and Lake Kamafusa Dam, with local cafes and restaurants within easy walking distance.

This ryokan-style hotel has 52 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators and flat-screen TVs. Rooms include private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and bidets, plus safes and electric kettles. Daily housekeeping keeps things fresh, and the property blends traditional onsen comforts with simple, modern touches.

Soak in hot springs, unwind in the sauna or hot tub, then grab a drink at the bar/lounge. There’s an on-site coffee shop/café and room service during limited hours. Complimentary wireless internet is available in rooms and communal areas, and free self parking is onsite. Train station drop-off service and 24-hour reception add extra ease.

Complimentary wireless internet in rooms and communal spaces keeps you connected. 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and free self-parking make arrivals and departures simple.

A coffee shop/café and bar/lounge serve on-site refreshments, and breakfast is offered daily from 7:30–8:30. Room service is available during limited hours. Plenty of nearby eateries let you sample local flavors within a short walk.