Yamagata Hotels

Yamagata: Cherries, frost-covered trees, hot springs and gourmet food

Yamadera
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Yamagata's famous temple, Risshakuji (Yamadera)

Yamagata: Cherries, frost-covered trees, hot springs and gourmet food

Yamagata Prefecture is Japan's number one cherry producing region, and is a treasure trove of nature and food, with Zao's frost-covered trees and hot springs, the spectacular views of Yamadera Temple, and delicacies such as Yonezawa beef.

見どころ・観光スポット

Zao Onsen - Rime-covered Trees

One of Japan's oldest hot spring resorts. Its winter frost-covered trees, known as "Ice Monsters," are world-famous.

ベストシーズン:Winter (frost-covered trees) / Year-round (hot springs)

Yamadera (Risshakuji Temple)

This ancient temple is famous for a haiku poem by Matsuo Basho. The spectacular view at the top of the 1,015 stone steps is a highlight.

ベストシーズン:All year round

Shonai Plain

One of Japan's leading rice-producing regions, Tsuruoka and Sakata boast historic townscapes and seafood from the Sea of ​​Japan.

ベストシーズン:All year round

今の季節のおすすめwinter

December-February

🌸季節の見どころ

  • Zao's frost-covered trees
  • Snow Festival
  • hot spring

🎉イベント・祭り

  • Zao Ice Tree Festival
  • Uesugi Snow Lantern Festival (February)
  • Shinjo Snow Festival

🍜旬のグルメ

  • Yonezawa beef
  • Hot pot dishes
  • Soft-boiled eggs

💡 旅のヒント:Zao's frost-covered trees bloom from late December to early March. You can also see the illuminated trees on a night cruiser.

アクセス情報

It takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes from Tokyo to Yamagata by Yamagata Shinkansen. Shonai Airport and Yamagata Airport are also available. Traveling within the prefecture by car is convenient.

旅のヒント

  • Cherry picking requires a reservation, and the best season is mid-June to early July
  • The stone steps at Yamadera are steep, so wear comfortable shoes.
  • The seasoning of imoni varies depending on the region.
  • Yonezawa beef is one of Japan's three major wagyu beef breeds
  • Dadacha beans are a Tsuruoka specialty, and are in season in August.

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カップル

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一人旅

推奨滞在日数:2-3 days

Yamagataの現在の天気

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気温

1°C

最高 5° / 最低 0°

天候

clear sky

湿度 71% / 風速 4.5m/s

💡 旅行アドバイス: 暖かい服装で!温泉やグルメを楽しむのもおすすめ。

5日間予報

12/17 水

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12/18 木

3°

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12/19 金

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8°

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12/20 土

13°

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12/21 日

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15°

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🏛️ 人気観光スポット

  • Zao Hot Springs
  • Yamadera
  • Tsuruoka City
  • Sakata City

🍜 ご当地グルメ

  • Cherries
  • Yonezawa beef
  • Dadacha beans
  • Imoni

🏙️ 主要都市

Yamagataの都市・観光地を詳しく探索できます

🏙️都市一覧を見る

📸Yamagataのインスタ映えスポット

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Night view of Ginzan Onsen

The hot spring town is lit by gas lamps, reminiscent of the Taisho era. The combination with the snowy scenery is particularly fantastical and is sure to be an Instagram-worthy photo op.

ベストタイミング

Dusk to night (after the gas lamps are lit), on a snowy winter day

撮影のコツ

Zao's frost-covered trees

The huge ice formations known as "Ice Monsters" are a sight to behold, with their contrast with the blue sky and illuminated at night being breathtaking.

ベストタイミング

On sunny mornings, the illumination period is from 17:00 to 21:00.

撮影のコツ

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  • 撮影禁止エリアや時間帯を必ず確認しましょう
  • 他の観光客の迷惑にならないよう配慮を
  • 自然環境を守り、ゴミは必ず持ち帰りましょう
  • 地元の方々への敬意を忘れずに