Winter Sports Zao Ski Resort Alena Eckelmann Zao Ski Resort, snow monsters and great onsen, all just a Shinkansen ride away
9 Camping & Trekking Zao-san's Okama Crater Lake Brian Wood-Koiwa Zao-san is a volcano with a spectacular view at the summit; including a teal-hued crater lake, surrounding mountains and a simple..
Outdoors A Foot Bath Path In Kaminoyama Tiffany Aguilar If a full body hot spring bath isn't your thing, consider the next best option–baths just for your feet.
Activities One Day Exploring Sakata, Yamagata Julie Sergent Prepare your backpack, and get ready for more adventure! Marvel at the surprises you'll find in the city of Sakata, Yamagata..
Activities Cherry Season in Yamagata Bridget Ye Yamagata is famous for its juicy, sweet, and glossy cherries, and the prefecture is responsible for approximately 70% of Japan..
Camping & Trekking Temple Trekking Through Northern Yamagata Geoff Day Yamagata is famous for its mountain and seaside temples. Join us as we explore a few of our favorites and start your own journey..
Outdoors Shonai, Yamagata Prefecture Marion Aubert All you need to know for a long weekend getaway, have great food and discover another hidden part of Japan.
12 Outdoors Cherry Picking in Tendo Fruit Land Radica Sooknarine You can master the art of cherry-picking in just 30 minutes at one of the many orchards in Yamagata. For a minimal cost, you can..