Mt. Haguro Shojin Ryori Day Experience
Forage wild sansai vegetables on the slopes of Mount Haguro alongside yamabushi mountain monks, then use them to cook shojin ryori dishes.
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Visiting Ginzan Onsen in the Winter
Info on access to and lodging in Ginzan Onsen in winter, how to make reservations for the popular Twilight Bus tour, and more!
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Waterfall Training on Mt. Yudono
The Gyo Experience: Join yamabushi monks for traditional spiritual training at a waterfall on Mount Yudono of the Dewa Sanzan.
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Yamadera Guided Experience
Experience the wonders and history of this legendary temple complex with a professional and skilled English guide.
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Getting to Yamagata
Your Yamagata transit guide: how to get there from transportation hubs across Japan, and how to travel around the prefecture.
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Downtown Yamagata Bar Hopping
Experience the local nightlife scene in Yamgata City with a guided bar-hopping tour exploring the sidestreets around Yamagata Station.
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Zenpoji Temple
Zenpoji, a temple in Tsuruoka offering visitors zazen meditation sessions, shojin ryori lunches, shakyo experiences, lodging, and more!
Maruike Pond
Maruike is a pond with beautifully clear waters that gleam emerald in summer and sapphire in winter. It is part of the Mount Chokai Geopark.
Shonai Sakura
Our top 9 spots for hanami (cherry blossom viewing) in the Shonai region of Yamagata Prefecture: at parks and temples, along rivers, and more!
Sakata Festival
Held annually since 1609, the Sakata Matsuri is Sakata City’s biggest event. It boasts parades, performances, and hundreds of street vendors.