Published date: September 3, 2024
Solo Trip: Hokans and Gourmet Journey Using Shinkansen, Trains, and Buses
Room Type Stayed
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Experience of the stay
I utilized it for the purpose of "Hokans."
The season I visited was just when the rice planting began, and the rice fields were slightly reflecting green.
I arrived at the check-in time. There were also group guests, and I waited about 30 minutes for check-in.
While waiting, I explored the shared library space and the balcony.
The bath has an open-air bath. The sauna is only in one area.
They switch between genders the next day.
I ordered a course meal.
The food was delicious, but the impression was that the service was not very good, perhaps because it’s rare for someone to come alone. That was a bit disappointing.
I hope to invite someone to come here again when the season changes.
Experiences during the trip
Gourmet and Sightseeing
Aomoriya, a popular fruit shop in Shonai
→ It’s popular right from the opening in the morning. It's recommended to enter as soon as it opens.
Yamagata Prefectural Museum Bunshokan
→ I went there after checking on the same day, and it’s impressive that entry is free for what you can see here.
Local Gourmet Soba at Shojiya
→ I heard that soba in Yamagata is delicious, so I chose a popular restaurant near Yamagata Station.
Transportation
Used JR East Shinkansen Top Dene
Reserved seats have a discount of 10%-30%
Purchased a highway bus from Yamagata Station to Shonai
Moved by taxi from Shonai.
It’s somewhat inconvenient without a car, but it’s manageable.