Yamagata Snow Festival
The Yamagata Snow Festival, held in Sagae City, is one of Yamagata Prefecture’s biggest winter events and boasts a great fireworks display.
Featuring Yamagata and Murayama City
Yamagata City
As capital of the prefecture and home to Yamagata’s largest metropolitan population, Yamagata City has no shortage of activities, cuisine, nightlife, and lodging accommodations, as well as a variety of sightseeing and historic points of interest to keep visitors busy.
Murayama City
This quaint city sharing the same name as the region has hidden surprises with its traditional soba, spectacular rose garden and the opportunity to have a samurai experience at the birthplace of Iaido.
Immerse yourself in the Murayama region
The Murayama region is a bustling area compared to the rest of the prefecture with many things to do and see. Here are some of our hand-picked recommendations for this area.
Bunshokan
The Yamagata Bunshokan, an elegant historical building once home to the prefectural offices, is open to the public and can be toured freely.
Yamadera Guided Experience
Experience the wonders and history of this legendary temple complex with a professional and skilled English guide.
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.
Iaido Samurai Experiences in Murayama City
Experience Iaido, a traditional sword-based martial art, at the very place it was founded: Iai Shrine in Yamagata Prefecture.
Yamagata Station and Surrounding Areas
A guide to the Yamagata Station area: restaurants, shopping, museums, a free observation deck, and more!