14 Culture Samurai Experience with Abe Faction Saber Way Tom Roseveare Join samurai champion, Yoshihiro Abe, in this interactive workshop, The Samurai Experience, in Yamagata city.
Culture The Maiko of Somaro Teahouse Bridget Ye Welcome to the Somaro Teahouse in Sakata. Explore the interior of a beautiful teahouse, learn about the history of geisha in ...
Beauty & Spa Takahatamachi Taiyokan Anna van Dyk If you thought train travel was a drag, think again! This onsen at the JR Takahata Station makes your railway journey a dream.
Accommodation Hotel Folkloro Takahata Anna van Dyk Located a short two minute walk from the JR East Takahata Station, this friendly hotel is a convenient and comfortable place ...
Activities Yonezawa Meat Summer Festival Justin Velgus The Yonezawa Meat Festival in Yamagata is an annual gathering of over 1000 people that descend upon the Mogami River edge to...
Accommodation Yamagata Ryokan Kajikaso Justin Velgus Onogawa Onsen Kajikaso is a ryokan located in Yonezawa, Yamagata Prefecture. The historic ryokan recently completed a renovat...
Activities Cherry Season in Yamagata Bridget Ye Yamagata is famous for its juicy, sweet, and glossy cherries, and the prefecture is responsible for approximately 70% of Japa...
Food Takahata Winery Anna van Dyk Tired of sake? Why not get acquainted with Japan's fine selection of wines during a visit to the Takahata Winery.
Activities One Day Exploring Sakata, Yamagata Julie Sergent Prepare your backpack, and get ready for more adventure! Marvel at the surprises you'll find in the city of Sakata, Yamagata ...
Activities Shirabu Hot Springs in Yamagata - 2 Hiroyuki Ishii If you visit Shirabu Hot Springs, I highly recommend stopping by Tengen-dai Plateau.