Luxury villas with private onsen baths to rediscover how to
“take the time to live”

A timeless fairy-tale setting with a warm atmosphere to let go, refresh, and regenerate

Yuno Onsen Hot Spring Village is deep in the mountains with tranquil landscapes and the lovely flow of the clear Yoichi River. Still untamed, full of charm, culturally rich, and deeply rooted in its traditions, Hozanen is a river-side resort with fireflies in the summer winning you over the spell of the hot spring with a long history of over 1,700 years and exceptional local cuisine. Luxuriate in our villas with a signature soothing hot bath and unique characters in different seasons.

Suites with private onsen baths

Villas with private hot baths.
River view rooms overlooking the Yoichi River and special rooms with airy and luxurious designs.
10 unique blocks by our Japanese garden.
All suites are composed of a private hot spring for your heartfelt relaxation with no distractions.

  • 和洋室 せきれい

    Scenic river views

    Sekirei - Western & Japanese suite

    Scenic river views

    Sekirei - Western & Japanese suite

  • 和室 梅-うめ-

    Scenic river views

    Ume - Japanese suites

    Scenic river views

    Ume - Japanese suites

  • 和室 桜-さくら-

    Scenic river views

    Sakura - Japanese suites

    Scenic river views

    Sakura - Japanese suites

  • 和洋室 幸-さち-

    Special suite

    Sachi - Western & Japanese suite

    Special suite

    Sachi - Western & Japanese suite

  • 和洋室 和-なごみ-

    Special suite

    Nagomi - Western & Japanese suite

    Special suite

    Nagomi - Western & Japanese suite

  • 和洋室 平家-へいけ-

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Heike - Western & Japanese suite

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Heike - Western & Japanese suite

  • 和洋室 月-つき-

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Tsuki - Western & Japanese suite

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Tsuki - Western & Japanese suite

  • 和室 松-まつ-

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Matsu - Japanese suites

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Matsu - Japanese suites

  • 和洋室 竹-たけ-

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Take - Western & Japanese suite

    Suites with Japanese backyard view

    Take - Western & Japanese suite

  • 和室 芳泉-ほうせん-

    Japanese style villas

    Housen - Japanese suites

    Japanese style villas

    Housen - Japanese suites

Facilities & Amenities+

Room facilities
Washlet toilet seats in all rooms, A/C conditioning, private baths in all villas, free Wi-Fi,TV, empty refrigerator, trouser press (rental/in-room), phone,kettle set, humidifier
Room amenities
Hand towel, toothbrush & toothpaste, bath towel, shampoo, conditioner, body soap,soap,yukata, hair blower, duvet, razor, shower cap, comb, hairbrush

Accommodation information+

Check-in
Check-out
3:00 pm (latest check-in at 9:00 pm)
10:00 am
Total no. of rooms & suites
19
Credit cards
VISA/JCB/American Express/Diner's Club/UC/DC/NICOS/OMC/Bank Card/UFJ Card/Master Card/Saison/AEON/JACCS/APLUS/LIFE/ORICO/JTB/Rakuten card/ANA/JAL
Terms & conditions
(*) Latest dinner serving time = 7:30 pm
(*) A JPY 150 hot spring tax (per head) is charged for hot spring usage
(*) A JPY 1,080 usage fee for children guests permitted for free
[Child policy]
(*) Same meals & bedding as adult guests (yukata, towels, and amenities)
- Principally, senior to junior grade elementary school students
(*) Kid's meals (lunch & breakfast) and bedding (yukata, towels, and amenities)
- Principally, junior-grade elementary school students to toddlers
(*) Only kid's meals (lunch & breakfast; yukata, towels, and amenities)
- No bedding
(*) Only bedding (yukata, towels, and amenities)
- No meals
(*) No bedding and meals (with towels, as well as yukata upon request)
- A JPY 1,080 usage fee
Cancelation policy
The following cancelation policy is set out
Same-day cancelation- 100% of the accommodation fee
Cancelation less than 1 day- 70% of the accommodation fee
Cancelation less than 3 days- 50% of the accommodation fee
Cancelation less than 7 days- 30% of the accommodation fee
(*) Be mindful of additional terms for cancellation in different accommodation packages
(*) You are obliged to understand and accept all the additional terms of your package
No-show
The following policy is set out for no-show
No show- 100% of the accommodation fee
(*) Be mindful of additional terms for cancellation in different accommodation packages
(*) You are obliged to understand and accept all the additional terms of your package

Yuno Onsen Hot Spring Village

Yuno Onsen is one of the Top 3 hot springs of the Bocho region with a long history of over 1,700 years.
It is rare alkaline simple sulfur spring along the Seto Inland Sea coast and famous as a "skin-beautifying bath". Soak in this historic hot spa with enormous benefits for your body, soul, and spirit.
At Hozanen, you can soak in the large public bath, two private baths, the separate bath in our villas, and the foot bath.
Find out tranquility, naturalness and rlegance- the signatures of Yuno Onsen.

"Houwanoyu"
Our public bath newly opened in September 2024

Our new large public bath is composed of a sauna and an open-air bath right next to our main block.
These spacious facilities take your hot spring experience to new heights so you can soak in true, real luxury.
There are two saunas in the large public bath, one for self-loyly and one for auto-loyly.
There is also a cooling tank and an open-air bath.

部屋風呂

Sauna

貸切風呂

Cooling tank

貸切風呂

Fresh air bath

Usage information+

Opening hours
11:00 am - 9:00 pm (last admission 8:00 pm)
Admission fee (weekdays)
JPY950 (adult, consumption tax included); JPY450 (children, consumption tax included)
Admission fee (weekends & public holidays)
JPY1,100 (adult, consumption tax included); JPY550 (children, consumption tax included)
Ticket book (w/ 12 tickets) JPY 10,000 (tax included)
(*) Good for 5 months since the issue day

Rental private onsen

Luxuriate in a soothing hot spring with your family and claim it as your own.
Enjoy exclusive access to a blissful private bath. Both of our two private baths feature an indoor bath and an open-air bath. We do NOT have tattoo restrictions.

Norizane

Yoan

Usage information+

Onsen baths
[Norizane] An inner bath & a rock open-air bath
[Yoan] An inner bath & a ceramic open-air bath
Opening hours
11:00 am - 8:00 pm / until 9:00 for accommodating guests
Usage fee
A hot spring fee and a rental service fee are charged to day-use visitors. As for accommodating guests, only the usage fee is charged. Hot spring tax is charged to all guests.
Hot spring fee) JPY660 (adult, consumption tax included); JPY330 (children, consumption tax included)
Rental service fee) JPY2,200 (50 minutes, consumption tax included)
Hot spring tax) JPY150 (adults only, no tax duty on children)
Caution
By reservation only- please make your phone reservation in advance

Private onsen baths in suites & villas

In our resort, all 10 villas are composed of a separate bath. You can indulge in the widely-loved hot springs of Yuno Onsen without distractions. Imagine luxurate around and soak in the soothing spa- the world is yours.

Foot spa

Rediscover the meaning of serenity in our airy, open-air foot spa. A magical place that is not afraid to reinvent itself throughout the seasons.
Our foot spa welcomes all accommodating guests and hot spring day-use guests. Just drop by after your meal/ stroll while enjoying an exceptional property.

Usage information+

Opening hours
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Usage fee
JPY100/ waived for hot spring/restaurant day-use visitors
Opening calendar
Closed on the 3rd Wednesday of the month & all Thursdays (open if the day is a public holiday then close on the next day instead) Be mindful the opening schedule might also change in the New Year, Golden Week, and Obon Summer periods.

Cuisine

We present scrumptious food from our area to your plate- the powerful source of inspiration for a cuisine that is refined without being sophisticated, but with a great richness of flavor.
Dinner is served in your room so you can sit back and savor every moment.

Local food ingredients for local consumption

Yamaguchi is a paradise for foodies year-round. We pride ourselves on serving delectable dishes like no others.
Come and be amazed by our selection of sea-fresh, farm-fresh ingredients, and exceptional cooking techniques.

In-room dining

We provide you with a private dining experience in your room, at your place.
It is a new culinary approach in an intimate room
for your group and your lovely dishes.
You can savor every moment without distraction.

Standard Japanese course meal

日帰り利用

Standard Japanese course meal

The perfect presentation of the best local ingredient combinations in various seasons- from octopus pot rice prepared right in front of you to stone-grilled Takamori Wagyu, indulge in all your five senses.

Hozanen’s seasonal course meal

宴会・法要

Hozanen’s seasonal course meal

The standard course to understand our Hozanen standard. Splurge on our seasonal courses- we present the essence of these great ingredients like no other.

(*) Courses are swayed by outer temperature, wild catches, and seasonal stocks.

Sports & nature at liberty

Just a stone-throw away from Hozanen are a number of fantastic tourist spots with magnificent views and relaxing things to do.
Have a stroll around or an exciting road trip- you will fall in love with these areas.

Stroll around in Yuno

Onsen

Yuya Harune

湯野温泉薬師

Approx. 2 minutes on foot

A retro-chic, homey hotspot for all Japanese people is renovated as the new landmark of Yuno Onsen Hot Spring Village. The skin-beautifying hot springs come with a soothing sulfur smell in the public bath, rental private bath, sauna, and a cafe themed with health benefits offering great dishes made from local ingredients. P.S. You will like its special shaved ice.

Onsen

Yuno Onsen Hot Spring Foot Spa

釣りをする坊ちゃん像 (*) For reference only

Approx. 3 minutes on foot

A tasteful free foot spa right next to the Yamadake-honya Residence. With user-friendly benches and a soothing hot spa, it enhances blood circulation thus efficiently warms your body from the inside. Open from 10 am to 4 pm, close on Mondays.

Cuisine

b's b-an

山田家本屋 (*) For reference only

Approx. 7 minutes on foot

A soba noodle specialty much-loved by the locals. The Shinshu soba goes smoothly down your throat; the local natural yam comes with an exceptional fragrance and chewy sensation. Also, try its sweet omelet roll and the seasonal vegetable tempura fries. The restaurant is stylish and comfy as well.

Hofu & Shunan areas

Shrine, architecture

Hofu Tenmangu Shrine

湯野温泉薬師

Approx. 50 minutes by railways & bus

The Hofu Tenmangu Shrine is the oldest of three large Tenmangu shrines in Japan (Hofu, Kitano, and Dazaifu). It enshrines Sugawara Michizane, a noble scholar, and attracts a huge number of worshippers seeking academic success, safe delivery, and healthy babies. Hofu's charm isn't limited to its iconic hall but the History Museum, home to important cultural properties.

Scenery, history

The Mohri Principal Residence Garden & the Mohri Museum

釣りをする坊ちゃん像

Approx. 50 minutes by railways & bus

A picturesque spot with elegant architecture with history crafted by the greening techniques in the Meiji and Taisho periods. Learn about the old times from the displays in the old residence. In this scenic spot, you will be surrounded by cherry blossoms in spring and maple leaves in autumn.

Experiences

Hofu Kimono Experience “Shiori”

山田家本屋 (*) For reference only

Approx. 55 minutes by railways & bus

Kimono styling combined with a variety of antique wear and a professional photoshoot, creates a new, unique but authentic kimono outfit for you. Also, offers a wide range of innovative styling visualizing “East meets West”.

One-tank Road Trips

Scenery

Kintai Bridge (Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi)

湯野温泉薬師

Approx. 1 hour 10 minutes by railways & bus

The arches of the beautifully functional Kintai-kyo, or the Kintai Bridge, are a symbol of the history of the area and a must-see in Yamaguchi boasting scenic views in different seasons.

History

Atomic Bomb Dome (Hiroshima City, Hiroshima)

釣りをする坊ちゃん像 Photo)
Hiroshima Tourism Association

Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes by railways & bus

Hiroshima Peace Memorial is a must-visit preserved as a memorial to those killed by the world’s first atomic bomb used in war. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial stands as a witness of the nuclear devastation as well as a symbol of hope for peace.

Shrine, architecture

Miyajima Island (Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima)

山田家本屋

Approx. 2 hours 25 minutes by railways & ferry

Nestled in a tranquil sea, Miyajima Island boasts one of the Top 3 sceneries in Japan. It’s a place with scenic views in different seasons and at different times, where rich nature and history come to life.

Location & access

Yuno Onsen Hot Spring Village is just 40 minutes away from Tokuyama Shinkansen Station by bus. Come and be healed by its magnificent nature.

  • Approx. 1 hour from Hiroshima Station by Shinkansen
  • Approx. 1 hour 50 minutes from Hakata Station by Shinkansen
  • Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes from Yamaguchi Ube Airport Station by bus & train

Resort information+

Location
4255-1, Yuno, Shunan-Shi, Yamaguchi, Japan
(745-1132)
Phone No
(+81)834-83-2255 (Japanese only)
Access
Shinkansen Tokuyama Station → JR Sanyo Main Line; a 7-minute drive from HetaStation/ a 6-minute drive from Tokuyama West Interchange, Sanyo Expressway
Parking space
40 parking spaces (free)
Facilities
Restaurant, cafe, party rooms, conference rooms, public bath, open-air baths, souvenir store, vending machines, shuttle bus service, computer usage, FAX (sending-out), massage service, morning call, delivery courier, parking spaces
Accessibility standards
Wheelchair friendly, rental wheelchairs, Western-style toilet seats in all rooms & suites,handrails in bathrooms and public baths, food allergy management
(*) For your comfort and safety, please call us to confirm arrangements in advance.