Yamagata Prefecture | Travel Guide
While Yamagata prefecture in the northeastern part of Japan’s main island might not be a typical destination for international tourists, it is a good destination for off the beaten path winter sports. Every year, Yamagata receives plenty of snow, and combined with the many mountains it makes for a good destination for skiing and snowboarding.
But that is not all there is to do in Yamagata, as doing a temple stay is one of the best ways to experience Japanese culture from up close. In the summer, people flock to the area to participate in the Hanagasa Matsuri, a traditional Japanese festival. The region is quite rural and known for its production of rice and fruits.
Check out our package tour in the Tohoku region if you are interested in discovering the area!
Ginzan Onsen Hot Spring Resort
Do you want to relax in a hot spring resort without the tourist crowds? It is a bit of a trek, but Ginzan Onsen in Yamagata is a perfect getaway for those who really want to bathe in nature.
Dewa Sanzan | Yamagata Travel Guide
The people who practice Shugendo asceticism on Dewa Sanzan are called 'yamabushi', and they are probably the most rigorous and stoic people in the history of Japan.
