Yamagata Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Yamagata
Where to stay in Yamagata
Zaoonsen
If you're spending some time in Zaoonsen, Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway are top sights worth seeing.
Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel
A cosy hotel room with a good breakfast option
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
Convenient to the train station. Clean rooms great staff
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Was a nice hotel to stay at really enjoyed the view and hospitality of staff
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Spacious studio apartment in the city center Maximum 6 people 1 Qsize bed 4 sofa beds / Yamagata Yamagata
It was very comfortable and in a convenient location. We had everything we needed for cooking except a chopping knife. We ended up buying a knife, which we are taking home with us. We appreciated how clean it was, also that we could use the washing machine. Thank you!
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
A hideaway oldstyle house for rent | Pellet stove / Yamagata Yamagata
Humidifying stone bath / Yamagata City Yamagata
Popular places to visit
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.
Kajo Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kajo Park, a lovely green space in Yamagata. Discover the area's countryside and temples.
Momiji Park
Momiji Park is just one of the places to see in Yamagata, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Yamagata Castle
You can learn about the history of Yamagata with a visit to Yamagata Castle. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
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.
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.
Things to do
Yamagata: Yamadera (Risshaku-ji) Guided Temple Walk
