Activities Lake Takadate, Tsuruoka Arlene Bastion A beautiful place of two lakes where peace is a natural part of the scenery.
Activities Matsugaoka Alena Eckelmann Japan's Meiji Era (1867-) saw samurai lose their warrior jobs. Some 3,000 samurai of the Shonai Domain decided to swap their..
Sports & Fitness Montedio Yamagata Rashaad Jorden Montedio Yamagata is one of the few pro sports teams in Yamagata Prefecture.
Camping & Trekking Mt. Haguro During the Winter Justin Velgus Dewa Sanzan is a combination of three sacred peaks in Yamagata Prefecture. The only peak accessible during the heavy winter snow..
Activities Gyokusen-ji Temple Justin Velgus Gyokusenji is a temple at the base of Dewa Sanzan (three sacred peaks) in Yamagata prefecture. Built in 1251, it is synonymous..
Sports & Fitness Sakuranbo Marathon in Higashine Rashaad Jorden The Sakuranbo Marathon is a popular event in Higashine, and finishers are rewarded with a symbol of Yamagata prefecture.
13 Winter Sports Yamagata in Winter Amber Mezbourian With winter comes the opportunity to experience a different side to life in Yamagata. Snow festivals, winter sports and onsen are..
10 Activities Yumiharidaira Snowshoe Trekking Alena Eckelmann At the foot of Mount Gassan, snowshoe trekking with an experienced guide is available from January to May.
