Yamagata Prefecture

Japan

A vast green rice field with a clear sky and distant mountains.
A snow-covered street with traditional buildings, a wooden bridge, and a river.
A snow-covered street with buildings, a red bridge, and a snow-covered mountain in the background.
A snow-covered village with traditional buildings, a flowing river, and a bridge.
A snow-covered canal with traditional buildings on either side and a red bridge in the center.

Popular cities in Yamagata Prefecture

Yamagata
Known for Museums, Temples and Historical
Get away to Yamagata! Enjoy the museums, temples, and castle.

Reasons to visit

  • Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
  • Kajo Park
Tsuruoka
Known for Temples, Aquariums and Theme parks
Tsuruoka awaits: its temples, aquarium, island views, and more!
Kaminoyama
Known for Wineries, Theme parks and Nature
Come to Kaminoyama and enjoy its wineries, theme park, and natural setting.
Tendo
Known for Museums, Art and Libraries
Get away to Tendo! Enjoy the museums, art, and festivals.
Yonezawa
Known for Hot springs, Skiing and Snowboarding
Get away to Yonezawa! Enjoy the hot springs, skiing, and art.
Sakata
Known for Dancing, Culture and Temples
Trip time! Discover the culture, temples, and parks in Sakata.

Stay near popular Yamagata Prefecture attractions

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