Yamagata Prefecture

View from Yamadera over looking the mountains covered in thick pine trees

Yamadera

Create an account to bookmark this post Hours & Admission Access Find nearby accommodation Explore more in this prefecture Hojuzan Risshaku Temple, more commonly referred to as Yamadera(山寺, is a unique cluster of temples that scale up the side of a rather steep mountain. The more popular name of Yamadera literally translates to mountain temple. […]

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Ginzan Onsen Village is among the best views in Japan, Yamagata Prefecture

Ginzan Onsen

Create an account to bookmark this post Access Find nearby accommodation Explore more in this prefecture Ginzan Onsen (銀山温泉), located in Obanazawa, Yamagata Prefecture. The town is famous for its historic ryokan (traditional Japanese inns), enchanting atmosphere, and charm when illuminated at night. The onsen town’s main street is lined with wooden ryokan built during the early 20th century.

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Okama Crater on the border of Yamagata and Miyagi Prefecture

Okama Crater

Create an account to bookmark this post Hours & Admission Access Find nearby accommodation Explore more in this prefecture  Okama Crater, also known as Goshiki-numa or the “Five-Color Marsh,” is a volcanic crater lake situated on Mount Zao. It is one of the most famous and picturesque attractions in the region. Mount Zao sits on the

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