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Fishing
Sea to Table in Yamagata
An unforgettable way to intimately explore the Shonai Region in Yamagata is a culinary experience bringing bounty of the sea straight to your table.
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The Submerged Forests of Iide
Yamagata’s drastically alternating seasons and vast mountain ranges create a constantly rotating offering of outdoor splendor...
Foodie Travel
Spring Sansai
In north Japan, the snow usually starts to melt in the towns and lowlands in March, yet lingers up in the mountains as late a...
Skiing
The Guardians of Zao
As winter enters into its deepest months of January, a natural phenomenon takes place on the slopes of Mt. Zao. Massive white...
Traditional Events
Matsuri: Tohoku Summer Festivals 2022
Summer time in the Tohoku Region is the time of year when the normally quiet and tranquil communities of the north explode in vib...
Yamagata
A Mountain Town Frozen in Time
Hidden away in the mountains of Yamagata is a hot spring town where traditional ryokan are surrounded by forests. Visitors come t...
Yamagata
Japan’s Great Northwest
One of the best things about traveling through Japan is the scenic train rides that duck into tunnels and emerge into mountainous...
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Nature and History in Shonai
One of Tohoku’s six prefectures is Yamagata, located just north of Niigata Prefecture along the coast. It's a hidden gem for travelers in search of authentic cultural experiences and outdoor activities.