Yamagata Zao, the winter art --- Soft rime.
Take about 2 and half hour by Yamagata shinkansen from Tokyo to central of Yamagata-Prefecture, north east regional of Japan, and change to bus from East Exis of Yamagata Station...
Nestled on a hill a short distance from the heart of Ginzan Onsen, this retreat is a hidden gem of a hot spring inn.
Yamagata / Inns
A tourist facility filled with souvenirs and gourmet options, perfect for those visiting the Ginzan Hot Springs.
Yamagata / Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers
Known for its cherry blossoms, this artificial lake was created during the Taisho era as a reservoir for paddy field development.
Yamagata / Nature Spots
Experience the extraordinary in this stylish hot spring inn.
Yamagata / Inns
A traditional public bathhouse located in the Ginzan Onsen town, exuding Taisho era romance.
Yamagata / Hot Springs
The only workshop of Ginzan Onsen's craft, the "Ginzan Kokeshi".
Yamagata / Experiences Facilities
An Onsen town cafe & eatery housed in a 140-year-old traditional home.
Yamagata / Japanese Cuisine
Experience a time-trip to the Taisho Era at this costume rental & cafe.
Yamagata / Miscellaneous Goods
A handmade tofu specialty store in Ginzan Onsen, run by a former barbershop.
Yamagata / Japanese Cuisine
Located 22 meters deep in the heart of Ginzan Onsen town.
Yamagata / Nature Spots
An onsen ryokan (Japanese inn) located in the heart of Ginzan Onsen, boasting a history of 500 years since its inception.
Yamagata / Inns
A free communal footbath at the entrance of Ginzan Onsen street.
Yamagata / Hot Springs
The park, which was developed from the ruins of the castle where the Lord of Shonai's domain resided, has a magnificent row of cherry blossom trees along the moat.
Yamagata / Parks & Gardens
The "Eboshiyama Senbonzakura", where the entire mountain is decorated with cherry blossoms, is a spectacular sight.
Yamagata / Parks & Gardens
A restaurant with a spectacular view at the top of the mountain where you can enjoy a meal while viewing the tree ice.
Yamagata / Japanese Cuisine
The magnificent ruins of the castle and the pretty cherry blossoms are a magnificent sight.
Yamagata / Parks & Gardens
Spend a day enjoying the quality hot spring of Zao Onsen.
Yamagata / Hot Springs
Enjoy extremely open air hot spring of Zao surrounded by rich nature along with a mountain stream.
Yamagata / Hot Springs
Hot spring lodging with the view of Mt. Zao, which Mokichi Saito loved.
Yamagata / Inns
A vast ski resort with stunning ice trees and a hot spring.
Yamagata / Outdoors
The "Snow Monster," as it is also called, is a spectacular sight unlike any other in the world.
Yamagata / Nature Spots
The traditional Japanese inn designated as a registered tangible cultural property.
Yamagata / Inns
The historic architecture from Shonai District was moved and is open to the public now.
Yamagata / Museums
In Yamagata with natural beauty, this is the only inhabited remote island.
Yamagata / Famous Places