Yamagata the Takinami

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Held on Sunday, August 31st
Yamagata's first shin'uchi storyteller makes a triumphant return to his hometown of Akayu
Promotion to shin'uchi and name change ceremony "Takarai Kotoyo Storytelling Event" @ Yamagata-za Takinami

Standard plan including storytelling event + one night stay and two meals
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To celebrate the name change of the 4th generation Takarai Kotoyo, a storytelling event to promote his name to shin'uchi will be held at Yamagata-za Takinami in his hometown of Akayu.
After enjoying the powerful storytelling, you can enjoy dinner and a soak in the hot springs at Yamagata-za Takinami
This is a special plan for one night only.

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＜ Profile of Takarai Kotoryo ＞

Storyteller (affiliated with the Kodan Association)

Born July 26, 1976, from Nanyo City, Yamagata Prefecture

Introductory music: "Hanagasa Ondo"

Style (characteristics): A calm and captivating storyteller, despite being young

*Currently active mainly at Tokyo comedy halls and venues
*Over 400 main readings
*Serves as an introductory storyteller at Culture Haneda

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＜Storytelling session details＞

【Time】
Doors open at 15:00
Show starts at 16:00
Ends at 18:00

【Venue】
Yamagataza Takinami Lobby
One glass of sake per person

[Cast]
Takai Kotoryo
*Supporting actor: Takakai Kotobai, Opening act: Inakaya Koishi (Yonezawa)

For inquiries, please contact Yamagataza Takinami (Tel: 0238-43-6111)

<Accommodation plan details>
Standard plan with one night and two meals

■Meals are based on natural and local gastronomy
Enjoy Yamagataza Takinami's "Only here, now". Please inform us of any allergies at least two days before your stay.
(We cannot accommodate reports made the day before or on the day of your stay.)

In addition, we will not accept changes to the menu due to ingredients you do not like.
*If you experience any symptoms such as feeling sick from eating the food, we will accommodate you, so please let us know in advance.

[Dining]
Discover YAMAGATA Dining "1/365"
You can choose between counter seats or a private dining room

▼Dinner time
Counter seats: 18:40
Private dining room: 18:45
Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
*Due to limited seating in the restaurant, we may not be able to accommodate your preferred seat depending on the date of your stay and the number of guests. Thank you for your understanding.

Smoking is strictly prohibited on the premises, including the terraces of the guest rooms. Please refrain from smoking anywhere except the smoking area outside the main entrance.

"A tour to enjoy life while looking up at the Akayu fireworks from below and toasting with Yamagata sake"

We are pleased to introduce our "Children welcome, one-night only accommodation plan with fireworks viewing at Akayu".

Normally we do not accept accommodation with children, but on this day only children are welcome!

In addition, you can enjoy the one-night only fireworks viewing at Akayu.

Of course, adults only are welcome to stay!

We have reserved the best spot exclusively for Takinami, where you can watch the Akayu fireworks from below.

In front of you is a fertile plain of 1,000 hectares.

2,000 shots in 30 minutes at once.
There is nothing to block the view. You can enjoy the powerful sound of the fireworks going up 300 meters away.

After enjoying dinner, we will take you by car.
It is about a 5-minute drive from our hotel to the venue, and a 7-minute drive back, with no traffic jams.
*Due to weather conditions, the fireworks display may be canceled. We ask for your understanding.

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[Date]
Saturday, August 2, 2025
[Schedule]
Meals: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Departure: after 7:30pm
Fireworks: 8:00pm - 8:30pm
Return: 9:00pm

*Free drinks (champagne, etc.) at the fireworks venue are included in the accommodation fee.

・Chairs will be provided at the viewing area.
・The toilet is 800m away from the viewing area, so please use it before departing.

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*Children's fees are not included in the accommodation fee at the time of booking.
The following child rates will be charged on-site.

●○●Accommodation fee for one child (tax included)●○●
Please note that if we do not receive notice two days before the stay, we may refuse to allow your child to stay.

※Please let us know the combination of ①-④ by message or phone when making your reservation.

①Dinner: Child A 19,800 yen (same amount as an adult), Child B 13,200 yen (small amount)
②Breakfast: 3,300 yen
③Linen (towels, bath towels, etc.) 2,200 yen
④Bed (single size) 5,500 yen

＜Plan details＞
Guide to watching the fireworks included

■Meals Dinner and breakfast included
Meals are based on natural and local gastronomy
The menu will be the same as the basic plan.

※Both breakfast and dinner are served at the restaurant. They are not served in the room.

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August 3rd (Sun) only - Children are welcome
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We usually do not accept guests with children, but on this day children are welcome!

*Children's rates are not included in the room rate when booking.

The following child rates will be charged on-site.

Of course, adults only are also welcome.

●○●Room rate for one child (tax included)●○●

*The following child rates will be charged on-site in addition to the price listed on the reservation screen.

Please note that if we do not hear from you two days before the date of your stay, we may refuse to allow your child to stay.

*Please let us know the combination of ① to ④ when making your reservation by message or phone.

*We do not provide meals for children. We will provide the same content as adults, or a smaller amount.

①Dinner: Child A 19,800 yen (same amount as adults), Child B 13,200 yen (small amount)
②Breakfast: 3,300 yen
③Linen (towels, bath towels, etc.) 2,200 yen
④Bed (single size) 5,500 yen

■Rooms■

★All rooms have an open-air bath with natural hot spring water
★Total of 19 rooms, 3 room types

※Please note※
Smoking is prohibited on the premises, including the terraces of the guest rooms.
Please refrain from smoking except in the smoking area outside the main entrance.

■Meals■
Cuisine with a theme of natural and local gastronomy

Enjoy the "only here and now" cuisine of Yamagataza Takinami, which uses seasonal ingredients and deliciously arranged dishes.

Both breakfast and dinner are served at the restaurant. Please note that they are not served in the room.

・Please inform us of any allergies to ingredients at least 2 days before your stay.
*We cannot accommodate requests made the day before or on the day of your stay.

・We do not generally accept requests to change the menu due to food allergies.

*If you experience symptoms such as feeling unwell after eating, we will accommodate you, so please let us know in advance.

Thank you for your understanding.

[Dining]

Discover YAMAGATA Dining "1/365"

・Counter seats start at 18:40
・Private dining room start at 18:40
We accept reservations on a first-come, first-served basis.

*Due to limited seating in the restaurant, we may not be able to seat you depending on the date of your stay and the number of guests.

■Baths in the building/Separate for men and women, bathhouse "073"

■All rooms have an open-air bath with natural hot spring water

All rooms have an open-air bath.

The bath has a gentle water with a slight sulfur scent.

■19 rooms in total, 3 room types!

There are 3 types: "KURA", a renovated storehouse; "SAKURA", overlooking the garden and cherry blossoms; and "YAMAGATA", featuring a collection of Yamagata crafts.

All rooms have a simple design that prioritizes "relaxation".

Twin rooms are the basic type, but 2-6 people can stay by using an extra bed.

Please see the details page for the capacity of each room.

Smoking is prohibited on the premises, including the terraces of the rooms. Please refrain from smoking anywhere except the smoking area outside the main entrance.

■The meals are based on natural and local gastronomy.

Enjoy dishes made with seasonal ingredients such as vegetables and seasonal fruits from local producers, wild plants, mushrooms, and vegetables from snow rooms.

Enjoy Yamagataza Takinami's "only here, now" cuisine, which uses seasonal ingredients and chefs' delicious arrangements. Please inform us of any allergies at least two days before your stay.
(We cannot accommodate reports made the day before or on the day of your stay.)

In addition, we will not accept changes to the menu due to food allergies.
*If you experience symptoms such as feeling unwell after eating the food, we will accommodate you, so please let us know in advance.
Thank you for your understanding.

[Dining]

Discover YAMAGATA Dining "1/365"

You can choose between counter seats, where you can enjoy a lively atmosphere and conversation with the staff, or a private dining room where you can enjoy your meal in a private space.

Counter seats: 18:40
Private dining room: 18:40

Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

*Due to limited seating in the restaurant, we may not be able to seat you depending on the date of your stay and the number of guests. Thank you for your understanding.

Please inform us of any allergies or food preferences at least 2 days before your stay.

*We cannot accommodate requests made the day before or on the day of your stay.

*We may not be able to accommodate requests for food preferences. Thank you for your understanding.

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We will arrange beauty treatments during your stay for a limited number of groups per day.
Oil massage & beauty treatments Reception hours: 7:00-24:00

・Oil massage (body)
60 minutes 13,200 yen / 90 minutes 19,800 yen (tax included)
・Facial treatment (with head massage)
60 minutes 13,200 yen (tax included)
・Body & facial set
120 minutes 26,400 yen (tax included)

You can apply after checking in (at the front desk), but we recommend that you make a reservation before your stay, as it will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
<Click here for details>
http://takinami.co.jp/esthetic/

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For wine lovers
This is a great plan that includes a set of "KENZO ESTATE", a masterpiece that embodies the highest level of elegance
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＜Plan Benefits・Selectable Premium Wine＞
・One half bottle of "KENZO ESTATE" wine for each person in the group
You can choose KENZO ESTATE 【rindo】 or 【asatsuyu】

※Please let us know when you check in.

Also, if you let us know at that time that you would like it prepared at your preferred time, such as before dinner, during dinner, or after dinner,
we will prepare it according to your preference.
(If you do not request it, it will be prepared at dinner time.)

You can enjoy it while relaxing in your room, or you can enjoy a marriage of seasonal Yamagata flavors at dinner,
however you like.

■Rooms■
All 19 rooms have different designs, and all rooms have an open-air bath with natural hot spring water.

*Smoking is prohibited on the premises, including the guest room terraces.

■Meals■
We offer traditional vegetables, seasonal fruits, Yonezawa beef, brand pork, and more, with Yamagata's pesticide-free, organic vegetables as the main focus.

We serve delicate dishes that bring out the deliciousness of the ingredients purchased that day.

*Both dinner and breakfast are available in the restaurant.

Please inform us of any allergies or food preferences at least 2 days before your stay.

*We cannot accommodate requests made the day before or on the day of your stay.

*We may not be able to accommodate requests for food preferences. Thank you for your understanding.

[Dining]

Discover YAMAGATA Dining "1/365"

You can choose between counter seats, where you can enjoy a lively atmosphere and conversation with the staff, or a private dining room where you can enjoy your meal in a private space.

Counter seats: 18:40
Private dining room: 18:40

We accept reservations on a first-come, first-served basis.

*Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your desired seating depending on the date of your stay and the number of guests, as there are limited seats in the restaurant.

■Separate baths for men and women: "073"

- Only a washing area + open-air bath for men
- Only a washing area + indoor bath + open-air bath for women

■Spending time at the "1916" lounge

The main building is a 350-year-old relocated magariya (a curved house) from the Uesugi clan's headman.

Free coffee and other drinks are available in the lounge from check-in to check-out.

Bar time after 21:00.
It is self-service, but you can enjoy whiskey and other drinks for free.

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～ For anniversaries such as birthdays, wedding anniversaries, and longevity celebrations ～

It's an anniversary with someone special...
Why not celebrate with a different, more elegant moment than usual?

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＜Plan Benefits＞

1. A half bottle of champagne "Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label" will be provided at the start of the meal

2. Two types of cake to choose from (size 4, for 2-4 people)

Choose from fresh cream or chocolate (fresh cream cake if no choice is available)

*You can write a message on the cake

*Please consult us in advance if you are planning a surprise

*Please let us know when you would like the cake served. If you do not have a preference, we will serve it with the dinner dessert.

(Please use the request section or contact the inn in advance)

*Please feel free to contact us if you have any other requests for celebrations.

■Rooms■
All rooms have an open-air bath with natural hot spring water.
The water has a gentle sulfur scent.
*Smoking is prohibited on the premises, including the terraces of the guest rooms.

■Meals■
~Takinami does not have "seasonal dishes" or "flavors of the month".
The ever-changing aromas and seasonal ingredients are the main focus.

We offer traditional vegetables, seasonal fruits, Yonezawa beef, and more, with Yamagata's pesticide-free and organic vegetables as the main focus.
Takinami will propose the best combination of Yamagata's sake and wine to go with the ingredients purchased that day, so it is also perfect for those who like alcohol.
Please feel free to ask our staff.

Dinner and breakfast will be prepared in the restaurant.

Please contact us at least two days before your stay if you have any allergies to certain ingredients.
(We cannot accommodate requests made the day before or on the day of your stay.)

In general, we will not be able to change the menu due to food allergies.
*If you experience any symptoms such as feeling unwell after eating, we will accommodate you, so please let us know in advance.
We appreciate your understanding.

[Dining]

Discover YAMAGATA Dining "1/365"

You can choose from counter seats, which offer a lively atmosphere and the opportunity to chat with staff, or a private dining room where you can enjoy your meal in a private space.

Counter seats: 18:40
Private dining room: 18:40
We will accept your requests on a first-come, first-served basis.
*Due to limited seating in the restaurant, we may not be able to accommodate your desired seat depending on the date of your stay and the number of people. Thank you for your understanding.

■Stretch out your arms and legs in the separate bath area "073" for men and women

- Men's only washing area + open-air bath

- Women's only washing area + indoor bath + open-air bath

■Spend time in the lounge "1916"
The main building is a 350-year-old relocated magariya house that was once the headman of the Uesugi clan.
Free coffee and other drinks are available in the lounge from check-in to check-out.
Bar time after 9pm.
It is self-service, but you can enjoy whiskey and other drinks for free.