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Yamagata
From Yamadera's trails to Zao Onsen's hot springs
Top Attractions in Yamagata
Around Yamagata
Yamagata Top 10
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9Lake Takadate, Tsuruoka
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1Zao Snow Monster Festival
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7Ginzan Onsen Caps Visitor Numbers This Winter
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10Yamagata Imonikai Festival
Yamagata City
Upcoming Yamagata Events
Culture
Ishidan Marathon at Mount Haguro 2025
The Ishidan Marathon is an event held in Haguro that takes runners to the summit of Mount Haguro.
Activities
Nanyo Chrysanthemum Festival 2025
The Nanyo Chrysanthemum Festival takes place from early October to mid-November every year at two venues: the Kumano Taisha Shrine..
Where to eat in Yamagata
Food
Yamagata: Food Guide
Farah BassyouniYamagata is called the “Food Kingdom” of Japan, and for good reason. If you’re looking for warm, wholesome dishes that feel li..
Food
Gourmet Guide to Tsuruoka City
Tom RoseveareDesignated a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in 2014, Tsuruoka is blessed with a diverse food culture thanks to the nature’..
Japanese
Ichian Soba Restaurant
Christie PetrakopoulouIchian Soba Restaurant: Tasty soba in Tendō city, Yamagata Prefecture.
Places to stay in Yamagata
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Accommodation
Ginzan Onsen in Winter
Alena EckelmannTaisho era-style Ginzan Onsen in Yamagata Prefecture let's you travel back in time
Accommodation
Shukubo Temple Lodging at Mount Haguro
Alena EckelmannStay at a temple overnight and try Shojin Ryori, a vegetarian cuisine eaten by Buddhist monks, at Dewa Sanzan in Yamagata Prefecture..
Accommodation
Matsumoto Ryokan in Ginzan Onsen
Hannah WarrenMatsumoto Ryokan offers incredible food and a lovely bath while you stay in Ginzan Onsen.
Latest Yamagata Reports
Culture
Zao Onsen Shuttle Bus Service
Tiffany AguilarFrom January 11th to February 28th, you can conveniently access Zao Onsen by shuttle bus service.
Activities
A Foot Bath Path In Kaminoyama
Tiffany AguilarIf a full body hot spring bath isn't your thing, consider the next best option–baths just for your feet.
Culture
Breathless on Mount Haguro
Arlene BastionThe tiring walk up Haguro to reach Sanjin Gosaiden goes through ancient cedar forests and provide mental stamina, but the Shrine..