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.

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 (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.

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.

2024年4月8日 · 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 …

2023年11月10日 · Yamagata is an off-the-beaten-track region of Japan profuse with pristine nature, towering mountains, and top-class cuisine. It is also a spiritual hub with a legacy of mountain worship stretching back to ancient times, and it is a must-visit for fans of historical temples and shrines.

Yamagata Prefecture is located in the southwest corner of Tōhoku. It faces the Sea of Japan. It borders Niigata Prefecture and Fukushima Prefecture on the south, Miyagi Prefecture on the east, and Akita Prefecture on the north. The Mogami and …

Yamagata Prefecture is located in Tohoku, on the northwest coast of Honshu. Largely rural and agricultural, it is a verdant prefecture with numerous national parks and fruit farms. Renowned for its snowy winters, ski resorts and "snow monsters" (snow covered trees), it's also a must-see destination for its spa villages and outdoor onsen.

2013年12月7日 · 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, and Zao ...