Yamagata
Travel Guide





Visit Yamagata
Where to stay in Yamagata

Zaoonsen
While visiting Zaoonsen, you might make a stop by sights like Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway.

Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
"Easy and affordable parking. Staff was very professional, informative, and patient. Terrific location. Wonderful breakfast"
Reviewed on 4 June 2026

Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
"Very clean and modern hotel, the staff were very helpful. The only downside to my shorts day was that for breakfast service was not clearly enough labelled as either Japanese or western. Otherwise an excellent hotel I could recommend to anyone."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel
"A cosy hotel room with a good breakfast option"
Reviewed on 19 December 2025

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 September 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.
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.
Yamagata Castle
You can learn about the history of Yamagata with a visit to Yamagata Castle. Experience the area's museums and art scene.
Yamagata City Local History Museum
You can study the exhibits at Yamagata City Local History Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Yamagata. Experience the area's museums and art scene.




