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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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![Lake Takadate, Tsuruoka]( "Lake Takadate, Tsuruoka")
1Lake Takadate, Tsuruoka
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![A Foot Bath Path In Kaminoyama]( "A Foot Bath Path In Kaminoyama")
2A Foot Bath Path In Kaminoyama
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![Breathless on Mount Haguro]( "Breathless on Mount Haguro")
3Breathless on Mount Haguro
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4Ginzan Onsen Caps Visitor Numbers This Winter
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6Yamagata One of Nat Geo's Best Places to Visit in 2026
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7Tsuruoka's Historic Sites
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8Zao Onsen Shuttle Bus Service
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1Zao Snow Monster Festival
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![Yamagata One of Nat Geo's Best Places to Visit in 2026]( "Yamagata One of Nat Geo's Best Places to Visit in 2026")
2Yamagata One of Nat Geo's Best Places to Visit in 2026
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3Zao Onsen Shuttle Bus Service
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![Ginzan Onsen Caps Visitor Numbers This Winter]( "Ginzan Onsen Caps Visitor Numbers This Winter")
4Ginzan Onsen Caps Visitor Numbers This Winter
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7Millennium Corridor
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8Uesugi Snow Lantern Festival
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9Conquering Yamadera in Winter
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10Tendo Ningen Shogi
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Upcoming Yamagata Events
Activities
Yamagata Christmas Market 2025
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 2026
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..
Nagai Snow Lantern Festival 2026
Every February, snow lanterns illuminate the town of Nagai, inviting you to experience a lively evening of winter wonder and community..
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’..
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
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..