Somaro Maiko Teahouse
Somaro, located in the historical port town of Sakata, is a welcoming geisha house where visitors can watch maiko geisha dance performances.
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Locations
The Dewa Sanzan
The Dewa Sanzan, located in Yamagata Prefecture, are a triumverate of mountains considered one of the holiest places in all of Japan.
Mt. Gassan
Mount Gassan, one of the Dewa Sanzan holy mountains, is known as the mountain of death where spirits ascend.
Mt. Yudono
Mount Yudono, the most sacred and secretive of the Dewa Sanzan holy mountains, has been a pilgrimage destination since the sixth century.
Gyokusenji Temple
Gyokusenji Temple is a beautiful temple in Tsuruoka, Yamagata. It features a Japanese garden recognized as a National Site of Scenic Beauty.
Sankyo Soko Rice Warehouses
The Sankyo Soko Warehouses are located in downtown Sakata. They played a vital role as rice storehouses during the Edo period.
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Ken Domon Museum of Photography
The Ken Domon Museum of Photography houses the collection of photographer Ken Domon and is located in his hometown of Sakata, Yamagata.
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Sanno Club
The Sanno Club is a museum and crafts center exhibiting Kasafuku dolls, a famous craft of Sakata, Yamagata.
Yamagata City
Capital of Yamagata prefecture, Yamagata City has no shortage of activities, cuisine, nightlife, and lodging, with a variety of sightseeing and historic points of interest to keep visitors busy.
Sendai City
Sendai is the capital of Miyagi Prefecture. As the largest city in Tohoku, it also serves as the gateway to this off-the-beaten-path region.