Yamagata Prefecture Travel Guide

Japan

Panoramic view of Rice fields in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan
Panoramic view of Rice fields in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan
山形城 復元本丸石垣
山形城 二の丸南門
Wooden three-story building is a rare structure.

Popular cities in Yamagata Prefecture

Sakura time in Yamagata Japan.
Yamagata
Known for Museums, Temples and Historical
Get away to Yamagata! Enjoy the museums, temples and art.

Reasons to visit

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
  • Kajo Park
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Tsuruoka
Known for Temples, Aquariums and Theme parks
Tsuruoka awaits: its temples, aquarium, marina and more!
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Shidarezakura Weeping Cherry blossom in Tendo Park or Maizuru Park in Spring season, landmark popular for tourist attractions in Yamagata prefecture, Tohoku, Japan
Tendo
Known for Museums, Art and Libraries
Get away to Tendo! Enjoy the museums, art and monuments.
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Kaminoyama
Kaminoyama
Known for Wineries, Theme parks and Nature
Come to Kaminoyama and enjoy its wineries, theme park and natural setting.
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Snow covered trees in winter
Yonezawa
Known for Hot springs, Skiing and Snowboarding
Get away to Yonezawa! Enjoy the hot springs, skiing and history.
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初秋の関山大滝　山形県東根市　Sekiyama Ootaki in early autumn. Yamagata Pref, Higashine City.
Higashine
Venture to sights like Yotteke Popora and Zao Quasi-National Park as you discover Higashine.
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