Zao in Yamagata Prefecture known as the largest snow resort in the Tohoku region. "Juhyo" (Frost Covered Tree), which is also a representative of Zao, is a natural art brought about by the unique weather conditions of this region. It is also called "snow monster" because the appearance of trees covered with ice and snow looks like a monster. Juhyo is particularly fantastic as a … [Read more...] about Zao Frost Covered Tree Festival (Snow Monsters), Yamagata
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Ginzan Onsen (Ginzan Hot Spring), Yamagata
"Ginzan Onsen" (Ginzan Hot Spring) where wooden inns built from the end of Taisho to the early Showa era is a popular tourist spot as a retro hot-spring town. There are many tourist attractions that make you feel the history around "Ginzan Onsen" which once had a history of being crowded as a silver mining site. In addition, there are many spots where you can enjoy nature … [Read more...] about Ginzan Onsen (Ginzan Hot Spring), Yamagata
Kamo Aquarium, Yamagata
There is the world's best "Jellyfish Aquarium" in the Shonai district of Yamagata prefecture. It is only here around the world that exhibits over 50 different jellyfish. It is also registered in the Guinness Record as the number of exhibition types is the largest in the world. In the jellyfish exhibition room 'Kuranetarium' you can see the mystical appearance of a variety of … [Read more...] about Kamo Aquarium, Yamagata
Risshaku-ji Temple, Yamagata
Unique locations built to cling to the cliffs and their wonderful spectacular scenery Hojusan Risshaku-ji Temple, which is built along the mountains of Yamagata City in Yamagata Prefecture. Today JR Senzan-sen Line is opened nearby, and there is convenience of transportation from Yamadera station within walking distance, so many visitors come. As is also the station name, … [Read more...] about Risshaku-ji Temple, Yamagata