Yamagata Prefecture Travel Guide

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.

1

Yamadera••
Scenic temple on a steep mountainside.

4.5
★★★★★

391
2

Dewa Sanzan••
Three sacred mountains with shrines.

4.4
★★★★★

153
3

Ginzan Onsen•
One of Japan's nicest, old-fashioned onsen towns.

4.1
★★★★★

64
4

Zao•
Volcano with hot spring and ski resort.

3.9
★★★★★

452
5

Kaminoyama Onsen
Onsen town with castle and fruit farms.

3.7
★★★★★

28
6

Sakata
Commercial center at the Sea of Japan coast.

3.4
★★★★★

20