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.
Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
Great location right at the JR station. Room was very spacious and comfortable, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Yamagata Nanokamachi Washington Hotel
A cosy hotel room with a good breakfast option
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Yamagata Grand Hotel
Room was clean, staff were lovey, price point is fantastic. There’s one thing that made this hotel stay completely awful, and this is speaking on behalf of a group of 4 with two rooms: The beds are completely f***ed. It’s like sleeping on a sheet of plastic supported by a metal frame. We were all ...
Reviewed on 7 Feb 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
Private cottage (Max. 6 people) Enjoy a special time with your family and friends in a private space with Jacuzzi.
Nature Cottage Akabeko
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.
