Matsuyama Cultural Lore Museum
The Matsuyama Cultural Heritage Museum in Sakata, Yamagata is a museum introducing the history and local cultural traditions of this town.
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Sakata City
Sakata City is the main port city of Yamagata Prefecture and retains much of the history from its golden days in the Edo Period.
Sakata Beika Rice Cracker Factory
Sakata Beika offers self-guided tours of its senbei rice cracker factory, plus fun food experiences like fresh senbei grilling and seasoning.
Kaikoji Temple
Kaikoji Temple in Sakata is home to two sokushinbutsu, Buddhist monks who mummified themselves while alive through a grueling 9-year process.
Hiyoriyama Park
Hiyoriyama Park, a seaside park in Sakata, is known for its cherry blossoms, beautiful sunsets, and replica Kitamaebune ship.
Homma Museum
The Homma Museum in Sakata exhibits traditional Asian art. Located next to a Japanese garden and villa, it’s easy to visit all three at once.
Sakata Firework Festival
The Sakata Fireworks Festival is an extravagant riverside fireworks display that takes place in Sakata City, Yamagata every summer.
Oishida Festival Matsuri
The small town of Oishida goes all out during their Oishida Matsuri, a summer festival featuring fireworks and exuberant traditional dance.
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.
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.