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Cherry orchards burst with color during the summer harvest season, when local farmers welcome visitors to pick their own sweet fruit. Join locals at the Higashine Cherry Festival in July, then head to nearby Mount Zao to see its famous 'snow monsters' in winter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best hostels in Higashine?
Our guests like these places to stay in the area, and they may have reasonable prices: Smile Hotel Sakurambo Higashine - 1 mi (1.6 km) from the heart of Higashine. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai - 28.1 mi (45.1 km) from the heart of Higashine. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hirose-dori Station and Kotodai-Koen Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this capsule hotel. Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae - 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from the heart of Higashine. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata - 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from the heart of Higashine. You can take advantage of free parking and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Higashine?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. The rainiest months in Higashine are July, August, September, and October, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Higashine?
Get out into nature with places like Zao Quasi-National Park, Tendo Onsen, and Sakunami Hot Spring. Cultural attractions include Tendo City Museum of Art, Yamadera Basho Museum, and Yamagin Kenmin Hall. Locals like to shop at Yotteke Popora.
What's the best way to get to and around Higashine while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Higashine in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Yamagata Airport (GAJ), 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away from the city center. Another option is Sendai Airport (SDJ), which is 35.1 mi (56.4 km) away.