山陰湯村温泉 湧泉（ゆうせん）の宿ゆあむ, a hot spring inn in Yumura Onsen in northern Hyogo Prefecture, is offering a summer luxury/special gourmet plan featuring four premium seasonal ingredients — white squid (白イカ) sashimi, abalone, Tajima beef (但馬牛), and Tajima chicken (但馬鶏) — from June 16 (Tuesday) to September 3 (Thursday), 2026.
Yumura Onsen is located in Shinonsen Town, Tajima District, in northern Hyogo Prefecture, nestled among mountains and known for its scenic natural surroundings. Facing the Sea of Japan, the area is rich in seasonal seafood, freshly harvested vegetables, and rice grown in the fertile soil of the San'in region.
White Squid (白イカ) Sashimi
Among all varieties of squid, the 剣先イカ (kensaki ika) is considered the highest grade. In the San'in region, it is commonly called "白イカ" (white squid). Its snow-white flesh has a firm, pleasant texture, and is served as 姿造り (sugata-zukuri) — presented whole — allowing guests to appreciate both its flavor and its beautiful form.
Abalone
The abalone is served grilled with liver soy sauce (肝醤油焼). The preparation involves slow steaming to achieve tenderness, then topping with a smooth sauce made from sieved abalone liver, soy sauce, and fresh cream, resulting in a rich and mellow finish.
Tajima Beef (但馬牛)
但馬牛 (Tajima beef) is a brand wagyu raised in Hyogo Prefecture's Tajima region. Breeders have maintained its bloodline for generations without crossbreeding with cattle from other prefectures. The beef is characterized by minimal subcutaneous fat and high-quality muscle fiber, offering a balance of umami from both the lean meat and the fat. It is served as sukiyaki.
Sample Course Menu
- Appetizer: Seasonal small dishes
- Vinegared dish: Abalone with liver soy sauce glaze
- Sashimi: White squid sugata-zukuri, today's recommendation (tentacles served separately)
- Steamed dish: Seasonal chawanmushi (savory egg custard)
- Warm dish: Tajima chicken dish
- Main: Tajima beef sukiyaki
- Meal: Rice, red miso soup, pickles
- Dessert: Yuamu monaka ice cream, warabi mochi
Note: Menu content may vary depending on ingredient availability. Photos are for illustrative purposes. The white squid sashimi photo shows a serving for 2 guests. The white squid is not live squid; one squid (sized according to group size) is served per 2–3 guests.
Plan Details
| Plan Name | [Summer / Top Pick] Summer Luxury — Special Kaiseki — White Squid, Abalone, Tajima Beef & Tajima Chicken |
|---|---|
| Period | June 16, 2026 (Tuesday) – September 3, 2026 (Thursday) |
| Note | Reservation deadline: 3 days prior by 6:00 PM. Some dates excluded around Obon due to ingredient sourcing. |
| Price (per person, double occupancy) | General: from ¥29,900 / Official website member price: from ¥28,405 (5% off general price) |
| Note on price | Inclusive of consumption tax and service charge. Onsen tax of ¥150 per person billed separately. |
An early-bird discount plan is available for bookings made 14 days in advance (limited rooms).
Official website membership (Binario Point Member) login is required to access the member pricing. Guests who book without logging in will be charged the general price.
About 山陰湯村温泉 湧泉の宿ゆあむ
Located in Yumura Onsen in northern Hyogo Prefecture — known as "the onsen of beautiful skin" — the inn's interior design is inspired by the concept of "weaving" (編む), drawing from the traditional Hyogo craft of 豊岡杞柳細工 (Toyooka kiriyu basket weaving).
Guest rooms vary in style, including the 温泉半露天風呂付客室「かわみ」 (semi-open-air hot spring bath room "Kawami," renovated in 2023), Japanese-modern twin rooms where guests can relax barefoot, and traditional Japanese-style tatami rooms.
Both dinner and breakfast are served as creative kaiseki courses with a focus on quality ingredients, following the theme of "gentle on the body." The inn earned 2nd place nationally and 1st place in the Kansai region in the "Breakfast Excellence" category at the Hot Spring Inn & Hotel Grand Prix 2022.
Note: Dinner menu and ingredients vary by plan.
Access and Nearby Attractions
Nearby attractions include Tottori Sand Dunes (Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture; approx. 40 min by car), Izushi castle town (Toyooka City, Hyogo Prefecture; approx. 65 min), and Takeda Castle Ruins (Asago City, Hyogo Prefecture; approx. 75 min). The area also offers multiple beautiful swimming beaches within 30 minutes by car, ideal for drives and touring.
Location: 1610 Yu, Shinonsen-cho, Mikata-gun, Hyogo Prefecture 669-6821
Website: https://www.yukemuri.co.jp/
Rooms: 34 rooms
Onsen: Separate large communal baths with open-air sections for men and women
Parking: Dedicated parking for 50 vehicles (free)
Access:
- Approx. 3.5 hours by express bus from Osaka/Umeda or Senri New Town
- Approx. 25 minutes by bus from JR Hamasaka Station toward Yumura Onsen
- Approx. 45 minutes by rental car from Tottori Sand Dunes Conan Airport
- Approx. 45 minutes from 八鹿氷ノ山 I.C. on the 北近畿豊岡自動車道 via National Route 9 toward Tottori
