Yamagata Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

山形 由良海水浴場
A mountainous landscape with a temple on a rock, a valley with houses, and a river.
A cherry blossom tree in full bloom with traditional Japanese architecture in the background.
A town nestled in a valley with a river running through it, surrounded by lush green hills and mountains.
A calm lake surrounded by snow-covered mountains.

Where to stay in Yamagata

Find the best Yamagata areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Yamagata
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Zaoonsen

If you're spending some time in Zaoonsen, Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are top sights worth seeing.

Kasumicho

While Kasumicho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle.

Futabacho

Futabacho might not have many top sights, but Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata City Local History Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jonanmachi

While Jonanmachi isn't home to many top sights, Yamagin Kenmin Hall and Yamagata Castle are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nanukamachi

Nanukamachi might not have many top sights, but Yamagata Castle and Kajo Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae

2.5 out of 5
2-9 Saiwa Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ฿2,038 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,038
฿2,241 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions S-PAL and Yamagata Museum of Science ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (389 reviews)
"Easy and affordable parking. Staff was very professional, informative, and patient. Terrific location. Wonderful breakfast"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata

3.5 out of 5
Kasumi-cho 1-Chome No. 1 Yamagata Yamagata-ken
The price is ฿2,092 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
฿2,092
฿2,531 total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Simple. Easy. Convenient. Love the convenience of being right next to Yamagata station. Self check in and check out are convenient and easy to manage. Friendly and helpful staff. Always carry a big smile when answering my questions. Thank you for a pleasant stay."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel

3 out of 5
1-4-31 Nanokamachi Yamagata Yamagata
The price is ฿1,695 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿1,695
฿1,865 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this hotel in Yamagata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Nanukamachi Palaca Weir and Bunshokan are ...
7.2/10 Good! (301 reviews)
"A cosy hotel room with a good breakfast option"

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nature Cottage Akabeko

Nature Cottage Akabeko

3 out of 5
1092-38 Onogawahara Kitashiobara Fukushima
Stay at this cottage in Kitashiobara. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and slippers. Popular attractions Bandai 3D World and Goshikinuma Lake are located ...
Nature Cottage Akabeko
Tabinoteitaku wa

Tabinoteitaku wa

3 out of 5
4-146 Yumoto, Akiu-machi, Taihaku-ku Sendai-shi Miyagi
Stay at this holiday home in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Sendai Kaleidoscope Museum and Rairaikyo Gorge are located ...
Tabinoteitaku wa
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi

2 out of 5
4-413 Yatsuyama, Togatta Onsen, Zao-machi Zao Miyagi
Stay at this holiday home in Zao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Miyagi Zao Kokeshi Doll Hall and Zao Dairy Farm ...
Tabinoteitaku Zao Miyagi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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