Best around Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata Spot List

A mystical, sacred place of Shugendo, or Japanese mountain asceticism-shamanism incorporating Shinto and Buddhist concepts

A ski resort with ice-covered trees and hot springs

The thatched Haiden hall is magnificent

A complete kaiseki course highlighting konnyaku

An onsen town lined with Western-style multi-story wooden buildings from the Taisho Period. Exuding a nostalgic atmosphere, the town is often used as a location for movies and TV dramas.

A long-established Japanese confectionary store famous for its sweetened ”Fuuki mame” green peas

A wide range of medicines, cosmetics, daily necessities, food, etc., with favorable prices and considerate services

A temple of flowers, with a circuit-style garden

A big attraction is the rich variety of trails; from beginners to advanced everyone will have a great time.

Special dango (rice dumplings) made by a tofu store

100% powder snow and a long season from the beginning of season to spring skiing.

A variety of ski fields covered with an abundance of 100% natural snow await you! Elementary school children (12 and under) can use the lift for free every day.

You can ski down a 4.3km long slope, enjoying Pacific Ocean views. It is safe driving to the ski resort because the approacing road is facilitated with a snow melting feature.

Begin your journey from Yamagata Station and enjoy history, cuisine, and beautiful scenery.