Tamasudare Falls
Tamasudare Falls is the tallest waterfall in Yamagata, the prefecture home to the greatest number of waterfalls in all of Japan.
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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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Maiko Performances at Somaro
Detailed info on the maiko geisha dance performances and meals offered at Somaro, and how to book reservations.
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The Shoreisai Festival
Shoreisai is a religious yamabushi festival which takes place at the top of Mount Haguro in Tsuruoka, Yamagata every New Year’s Eve.
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The Hassaku Ritual
The annual Hassaku Ritual is a great chance to see around 150 yamabushi training in the holy Dewa Sanzan mountain area.
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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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