Articles about Yamagata prefecture — Zao snow monsters, Yamadera temple, sake and onsen.
Discover the three sacred mountains of Dewa Sanzan in Yamagata: Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan, and Mt. Yudono. Complete pilgrimage guide with yamabushi experiences, hiking tips, and where to stay.
Find the best hotels, ryokan and onsen inns in Yamagata. From Ginzan Onsen historic ryokan to Zao ski resort lodges and Yamagata City business hotels, this guide covers where to stay.
Discover Yonezawa on a day trip from Yamagata: walk samurai mausoleum cedar avenues, explore Uesugi Shrine, and eat legendary Yonezawa Wagyu beef.
Complete guide to Zao Onsen Ski Resort: lift passes, gear rental, ski lessons, snow monsters, and where to stay in the onsen village in Yamagata.
Plan the perfect Yamagata winter trip with our complete guide to Zao snow monsters, Ginzan Onsen village, ski resorts, and ryokan stays in Tohoku Japan.