In the beginning
Since the dawn of time, for humans and all living creatures
The forests (Wald) and the mountains (Berg) are the home for the soul
Feel the “comfort”, “warmth”, “purity” and “kindness”.
Japan in its original state
Wald Berg is a resort hotel in tune and in harmony with its natural surroundings and its four seasons.
World renowned soft rime and Juhyo “snow monsters” in winter, its lush green in spring, gentle brown in autumn and its summer mountains.
Bath
Zao Onsen, with its 1900 year history is one of the oldest and most renowned hot spring in Japan.
The water quality is slightly acidic and cloudy, famous as the “water for beautiful skin”.
Fully immerse and unwind with the pride and joy of the Wald Berg.
Wild, natural outdoor onsen baths
- Time: Sunrise to Sundown
Outdoor onsen baths, large public baths
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Outdoor onsen baths Kokaze
Open: 24hours (10:00 – 11:30 daily scheduled cleaning)
Open: 24hours
(10:00 – 11:30 daily scheduled cleaning) -
Large public baths Kimamayu
Open: 24hours (10:00 – 11:30 daily scheduled cleaning)
Open: 24hours
(10:00 – 11:30 daily scheduled cleaning)
Private onsen baths
- Price:
- For hotel guests 2,160 Yen for 45mins, non-hotel guests 3,240 Yen for 45mins
- Time:
- 7:00 – 23:00 (Last entry 22:00)
Dining
Seasonal delicacies
Our master chefs that understand and knows the seasonal availabilities at its best will prepare the numerous dishes to gastronomic perfection.
Savor the local, traditional and seasonal foods.
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Shabu shabu
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Breakfast
Rooms
No smoking in ALL guest rooms.
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Japanese style guest rooms – 10 tatami mat size
Enjoy the great natural panoramic view of Zao Mountain.
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Japanese style guest rooms – 12 tatami mat size
Large and airy tatami mat rooms
Room facilities,Amenities
- TV (Digital, Analogue)
- Telephone
- Kettle
- Tea set
- Fridge (empty)
- Hair dryer
- Soap (liquid)
- Shampoo-Conditioner
- Toothbrush set
- Razor
- Shower cap
- Towel
- Bath towel
- Yukata gown
- Slippers
- Safe
- Electric bidet toilet
- Basket for onsen
- TV (Digital, Analogue)
- Telephone
- Kettle
- Tea set
- Fridge (empty)
- Hair dryer
- Soap (liquid)
- Shampoo-Conditioner
- Toothbrush set
- Razor
- Shower cap
- Towel
- Bath towel
- Yukata gown
- Slippers
- Safe
- Electric bidet toilet
- Basket for onsen
Rental item
- Table lamps
- Humidifier
Facility information
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Reception
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Lobby “Mori no Hiroba” (Forest plaza)
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Restaurant “Mori no Mi” (Fruits of the forest)
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Banquet room “Zao no Mori” (Forests of Zao)
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Other facilities
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Choose your Yukata colors (Fees applicable)
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温泉用手つきかご
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PC area
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Shop “Yamamori” (Mountain forest)
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Valuables lockers
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Disabled toilet (No Ostomate facility) Ground Floor
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Vending machine
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Dry room (Ski, Snowboard)
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Smoking room
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Children’s Mystery Adventure team
Solve mysteries from a photo and go on an adventure inside the building!
Winter Season
About Ski and Snowboard
Nakamori Ski/ Snowboard gelande is located next door!
Amazing location for the gelande! Leave the drying room, put your skis on, cross the bridge and you’re there!
We can come and pick you up from the Onsen area during the day (07:00 – 17:30). Please feel free to use this service
(Zao onsen bus terminal, Rental shop, gelande etc.)
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Bathing post-ski/ snowboard
You can still enjoy the public baths free of charge after check out.
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Discount on lift tickets
There are discounts on Adult 1 day, 2 day and 3 day tickets.
Please purchase at the reception on the day. -
Equipment rentals for customers
We do not have equipment rental facilities, however we can introduce shops nearby. We can arrange collection.
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About ski school
We can arrange if you wish
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Visitors for Juhyo “snow monsters” area and hike
We can arrange collection service from Zao Ropeway.
Please call us and we will arrange accordingly.
Juhyo or “snow monsters” watching
Juhyo of Zao
The winter symbol of Yamagata, the “ice/ snow monster”, created by the natural weather conditions.
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Juhyo/ “snow monsters” during the day
Collection service available to and from Zao ropeway.
- Time:
- 08:30 – 17:00 (Last trip 16:00)
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Juhyo/ snow monsters at night
- Season:
- End of December – Beginning of March, please be aware of operation dates
- Time :
- 17:00 – 21:00 (Last trip 19:50)
- Collection:
- 1 trip per night. 18:45 drop off/20:30 pick up
Areas of interest in surrounding areas
Recommended spots in Zao
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Plateau trekking by Ropeway
Ropeway boarding location
3-5mins by car from this hotel -
Dokkonuma Swamp
20mins by car from this hotel
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Shigi no Yachinuma
3mins by car from this hotel
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Lina World
20mins by car from this hotel
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The great public outdoor bath of Zao
5mins by car from this hotel
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Yamadera – “Mountain temple complex”
40mins by car from this hotel
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Okama of Zao
45mins by car from this hotel
Access
- Check in / 15:00 (Last 19:00)
- Check out/ 10:00
Access methods
From JR Yamagata station: Catch the bus to Zao Onsen (Last stop) 40mins, a further 15mins walk.
Collection service
We can arrange collection service from Zao Onsen Bus Terminal. (Reservation required)
About Car Park
We have carpark with 50 spaces. (Free, Reservation NOT required)