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Yamagata (山形県, Yamagata-ken) is a large prefecture along the Sea of Japan coast in the southern Tohoku Region. The prefectural capital is Yamagata City. The prefecture is known for its agricultural products, especially cherries, hot springs, rural flair and natural beauty.
Discover the top things to do in Yamagata, known for cherries, hot springs and Zao snow monsters. Enjoy Ginzan Onsen, Dewa Sanzan, Mt Yudomo, Kumano Shrine, and Kajo Park, then visit the Bunshokan and Ken Domon Museum of Photography.
Yamagata Prefecture is located on Japan's western Sea of Japan coast and its borders with neighboring prefectures are formed by various mountain ranges, with 17% of its total land area being designated as Natural Parks.
Enclosed by the Sea of Japan to the west and mountains to the east, Yamagata Prefecture is defined by its nature. Along the coast sit the port cities of Tsuruoka and Sakata , while deep inland is Zao Onsen , an area home to hot springs, sparsely visited ski slopes, and spectacular snow-covered evergreens.
Apr 8, 2024 · Yamagata Prefecture is located in the Tohoku region of northern Honshu along the Sea of Japan. It’s easily accessible from Tokyo via the bullet train, but remains an often-overlooked, somewhat wild region full of vast nature, stunning hot springs, unique local cuisine, and fascinating cultures.
Situated on the Japan Sea coast of Tohoku region, Yamagata prefecture is full of splendid natural sceneries, including mountains such as Zao and the Mogami River, which runs through the whole prefecture. Zao Snow Monsters and Ginzen Onsen villages are some of the most-sees in the area.
Apr 13, 2023 · Snowy Yamagata Prefecture, in Japan’s Tōhoku region, is home to the Dewa Sanzan, three sacred mountains forming the core of one of the oldest religious traditions in the country. Yamagata ...
Oct 3, 2023 · Yamagata Prefecture is an isolated mountainous land in Japan’s northern Tohoku region. Despite being one of Japan’s less-visited destinations, Yamagata is full of attractions, including the Ghibli-like hot spring village.
Dec 7, 2013 · Yamagata Prefecture, located on the north west coast of Honshu is south of Akita Prefecture and also borders Fukushima Prefecture, Niigata Prefecture and Miyagi Prefecture. Yamagata is a largely rural prefecture with 17% of its area made up of mountainous National Parks: the Bandai-Asahi National Park as well as the Chokai, Kurikoma ...
Oct 10, 2016 · Yamagata invites you to take a step back and experience genuine connection with the people, the land, the culture and the history of the prefecture with a humble sentiment and authentic warmth.
