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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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![Breathless on Mount Haguro]( "Breathless on Mount Haguro")
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5Ginzan Onsen Caps Visitor Numbers This Winter
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Upcoming Yamagata Events
Activities
Yamagata Christmas Market 2024
Before Yamagata's snow wonderland goes into full effect, kick off the holiday season with Yamagata’s first Christmas market.
Culture
Japan Sea Cold Cod Festival 2025
Cold cod soup or dongara jiru is a popular winter dish in the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture, and the Japan Sea Cold Cod Festival..
Culture
Yamagata Snow Festival 2025
Yamagata hosts a winter festival on the first weekend of February 2017.
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’..
Food
Robata Restaurant in Zao Onsen
Alena EckelmannMongolian BBQ a la Genghis Khan: expect to eat a lot of lamb
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
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Onsen
Walking around Zao Onsen Town
Jerome LeeZao Onsen town is located in Yamagata Prefecture, and JR East Pass holders are able to get there from Tokyo station via a 2.5 hour..
Latest Yamagata Reports
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..
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Tsuruoka's Zenpoji
Arlene BastionZenpoji's plain wood structures beautifully highlight its complex carvings of flora and fauna. Its tradition of a dualistic..