Oishida Festival Matsuri
The small town of Oishida goes all out during their Oishida Matsuri, a summer festival featuring fireworks and exuberant traditional dance.
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Homma Historical Residence
The Homma Residence in Sakata is the former home of the Homma family. Built in 1768, it’s a great example of Edo-period architecture.
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The Historic Abumiya Residence
Abumiya, the former residence of a famous Edo-period merchant, is representative of the historical culture and architecture of Sakata City.
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Jichi-in Temple
Jichi-in Temple is a buddhist temple in Sakata, Yamagata. It features a big 17-meter tall Buddha statue and offers Zen meditation sessions.
Chokai Waterfalls
Mount Chokai has a network of waterfalls at its base. This article introduces a hike to three of the best.
Kamo Aquarium
The Kamo Aquarium in Tsuruoka, Yamagata boasts the largest variety of jellyfish on display of any aquarium in the world.
Nakajimadai
Nakajimadai is a beautiful beech forest and wetland area featuring easy nature trails. It is located at the base of Mount Chokai in Akita.
The 16 Buddha of Yuza
The Juroku Rakan are depictions of 16 Buddhist disciples carved into wave-beaten rocks along the coast of Yuza, Yamagata.
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Mototaki Falls
Mototaki Falls is a waterfall located in an atmospheric mossy ravine of the Mount Chokai Geopark in the Tohoku region of Japan.
Mt. Chokai
Mount Chokai lies on the border of Yamagata and Akita Prefectures. It is home a vast geopark and excellent hiking.