Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Yamagata Prefecture February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Yamagata Prefecture ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Yamagata Prefecture Types of activities Where to stay [Yamagata Prefecture travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamagata-Prefecture.dx6054140) ![Panoramic view of Rice fields in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054140/43c6a6b4-84e3-4f80-808a-76d64e267964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic view of Rice fields in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054140/43c6a6b4-84e3-4f80-808a-76d64e267964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![山形城 復元本丸石垣](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054141/670c0eed-e75c-4e35-9c58-1ad3879ea0ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![山形城 二の丸南門](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054141/a18f073e-8ae6-4935-8cbd-3f07bbee6364.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wooden three-story building is a rare structure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347464/dde61cc4-c637-4760-983b-0a635dba6756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Yamagata Prefecture --- ### Popular places to visit ![Beautiful Frozen Forest Covered By Powder Snow On The Ropeway To The Hill Of Mount Zao Range, Zao Juhyo Festival, Yamagata , Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104152/2afea211-a3e3-4805-8c3f-c0f3052a2e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao-Hot-Springs-Ski-Resort-Yamagata.d6104152.Attraction) ![山形城 復元本丸石垣](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054141/670c0eed-e75c-4e35-9c58-1ad3879ea0ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kajo Park Explore the great outdoors at Kajo Park, a lovely green space in Yamagata. Discover the area's countryside and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kajo-Park-Yamagata.d553248621532776045.Attraction) #### Yamagata Castle You can learn about the history of Yamagata with a visit to Yamagata Castle. Experience the area's museums and art scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamagata-Castle-Yamagata.d553248621532776042.Attraction) #### Kamo Aquarium Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Kamo Aquarium during your trip to Tsuruoka. Discover the area's entertainment choices and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kamo-Aquarium-Tsuruoka.d553248621562275547.Attraction) #### Tendo Onsen You can take time to visit Tendo Onsen during your travels to Tendo. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tendo-Onsen-Yamagata.d553248635810425130.Attraction) #### Zao Sanroku Ropeway You can take time to visit Zao Sanroku Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and countryside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao-Sanroku-Ropeway-Zaoonsen.d553248621526925170.Attraction) #### Zao Chuo Ropeway You can take time to visit Zao Chuo Ropeway during your travels to Yamagata. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao-Chuo-Ropeway-Zaoonsen.d553248621532776036.Attraction) #### Zao Super Slider You can take time to visit Zao Super Slider during your travels to Yamagata. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zao-Super-Slider-Zaoonsen.d553248635975846357.Attraction) #### Mount Chōkai Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Chōkai during your travels in Yuza. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Chokai-Tsuruoka.d553248621532776431.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Yamagata Prefecture ![Winter vacation skiing in Japan ,Zao ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054141/6d3d48fc-23cc-4f98-8ba5-c79936092d5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zaoonsen 5/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Zaoonsen, Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamagata-Zaoonsen.dx553248635976007284) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sasanomachi Though Sasanomachi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Yonezawa City Hall and Yonezawa Uesugi Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yamagata-Sasanomachi.dx3000729392) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Yamagata Prefecture ![High-resolution panoramic photo overlooking Sendai. Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/4cb3e930-7495-494f-b993-64859c4d7225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sendai ![Shidarezakura Weeping Cherry blossom in Tendo Park or Maizuru Park in Spring season, landmark popular for tourist attractions in Yamagata prefecture, Tohoku, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047771/b8bfc65c-75f7-483a-8c31-4d95421efd01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tendo ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139812/b927ef20-94ad-43f6-850d-ca0333a62034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tsuruoka ![Panoramic Scenic view of Thousands Cherry Blossom Trees along Shiroishi River and Snow high mountain background in Spring, Miyagi, Sendai.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6152307/ac06e557-e3cd-456e-80b8-9896a6af7697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shibata ![Main Bldg. of Miyagi University, located in Taiwa, Miyagi, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6279645/6fefa8d4-0c65-4abd-94b1-31c865a1c5c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en) by [Hasec](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Hasec) ([Creative Commons Zero, Public Domain Dedication](http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/deed.en)) ### Taiwa ![Kaminoyama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342785/2f2bceba-900a-4ed6-b514-213a5b65984a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kaminoyama ![Famous place "Lake Inawashiro" in Inawashiro-machi, Fukushima, Japan.; Shutterstock ID 1493535332; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347246/c9449b2c-09f8-4c37-9558-6b3b3bd646d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Inawashiro ![Wooden three-story building is a rare structure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347464/dde61cc4-c637-4760-983b-0a635dba6756.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Obanazawa ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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