Yamagata Prefecture Travel Guide

Japan

Panoramic view of Rice fields in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan
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Popular cities in Yamagata Prefecture

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Yamagata
Known for Museums, Temples and Historical
Get away to Yamagata! Enjoy the museums, temples and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
  • Kajo Park
  • Momiji Park
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Yonezawa
Known for Hot springs, Skiing and Snowboarding
Get away to Yonezawa! Enjoy the hot springs, skiing and history.

Reasons to visit

  • Onogawa Onsen
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Tsuruoka
Known for Temples, Aquariums and Theme parks
Tsuruoka awaits: its temples, aquarium, parks and more!
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Tendo
Known for Museums, Art and Libraries
Get away to Tendo! Enjoy the museums, art and parks.
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Kaminoyama
Known for Wineries, Theme parks and Nature
Come to Kaminoyama and enjoy its wineries, theme park and natural setting.
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Sakata
Known for Dancing, Culture and Temples
Trip time! Discover the culture, temples and art in Sakata.
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