Yamagata Prefecture

On the famous slopes of Zao, the fantastic frozen "snow monster" landscape, a picturesque field of snow covered trees, can be seen only in winter. The prefecture is also home to the photogenic Ginzan Onsen hot spring bathhouse—said to be the inspiration for the setting of the animated movie "Spirited Away.”

11 items found for Articles about Yamagata Prefecture

Immerse Yourself in Nature! 6 Ski Resorts Recommended for Backcountry Skiing in the Tohoku Region

Enjoy backcountry tours in a vast natural setting and glide down ungroomed sn...
# Ski & snowboard
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

[Japan’s Tohoku Region] Five Best Places to Visit in the Winter to Enjoy the Snow and Local Cuisine

Tohoku is a fantastic location to experience the Japanese winter and snow. At...
# Ski & snowboard# Dining
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

Experience the 'Satoyama' Life of Yamagata Zao! Farm Tours and a Visit to the 'Snow Monsters'

The Yamagata Zao area is famous for its "snow monsters," frost-covered trees ...
# Ski & snowboard# Activities
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

Hot Springs and Snowy Sights in the Winter Wonderland of Tohoku

The Tohoku region is a treasure trove of some of the most beautiful natural s...
# Ski & snowboard# Hot springs# Sightseeing spots
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

The best places for kids to try skiing and snowboarding in Tohoku!

The Tohoku region in the north of Japan is renowned for the abundance and qua...
# Ski & snowboard# Activities# Sightseeing spots
Aizu / BandaisanYamagata Prefecture

[2021 Version] Bringing new technology for smooth and convenient fun and thrills at Tohoku ski resorts

The mountains of the Tohoku region are always covered with the finest snow du...
# Ski & snowboard# Hot springs# Sightseeing spots
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

From Secluded Hot Spring to Resorts and Cities: Memorable Snow and Hot Spring Trips in Tohoku!

Located in the northeastern part of Honshu (Japan's main island), the Tohoku ...
# Ski & snowboard# Hot springs
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

Wonderful powder snow of Tohoku for Advanced Skiers to Enjoy!

The Tohoku region, located in the northernmost part of mainland Honshu, exper...
# Ski & snowboard
Appi, Geto, ShizukuishiYamagata Prefecture

The Zao Onsen Ski Resort, home to one of the largest frost-covered forest grounds in Japan

The Zao Onsen Ski Resort is one of the first names that spring to mind when s...
# Ski & snowboard# Hot springs
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

Go see the world’s highest snow monsters! Discover the frozen trees of Zao Onsen including illumination displays at night

Picture a white grove of frozen snow-covered trees on the vast slopes of Zao ...
# Hot springs# Sightseeing spots
ZaoYamagata Prefecture

Tohoku’s venerable “Zao Onsen,” where you can spend some relaxing time

Zao Onsen, located roughly 40 minutes by bus from the central part of Yamagat...
# Hot springs
ZaoYamagata Prefecture