2025 Yamagata Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Experience the cold in Japan this February For this trip, we will experience the snow in Yamagata city. If traveling from Thailand, the travel route will start from • Don Mueang - Narita Airport • Take the Shinkansen train from Tokyo to Yamagata for 2:45 hours. • Transfer to a bus at Yamaga Station, platform 1, to Zao Onsen city, which takes 30 minutes. Prepare your winter clothes because Zao Onsen has very thick and soft snow. Tourists come to see the snow monsters, which are very rare, as there are only about 3-4 places in the world where this Snow Monster phenomenon occurs. You will need to take the Zao Ropeway, located in the middle of Zao Onsen city. You can walk from the bus station to the ropeway. The weather is very unpredictable, so if you are lucky and the sky is clear, you will see the monsters clearly. When you reach the top of the mountain, you can walk up to take pictures with the snow monsters. You can go anywhere on the mountain for beautiful views. Caution: There are many tourists, and it will take 2-3 hours to wait for the ropeway. The queue is very long. It is highly recommended to buy tickets online in advance because if there are many people, they may stop selling tickets. Additionally, buy an express pass to enter the special express lane. If you are well-prepared, you can get on quickly. For those who intend to ski, this city has many routes to play, including green, red, and black routes. The views along the routes are incredibly beautiful, and you can ski through the snow monsters. Summary: If you have never been to this part of Japan, it is highly recommended to visit at least once. There are many tourist attractions, and this city is famous for its Onsen hot springs. You can soak in natural hot springs.

#outdooradventure Zao Onsen in Yamagata Prefecture is famous for its unique winter landscapes and rejuvenating hot springs. The area transforms into a snowy wonderland, with “snow monsters” formed by frozen trees becoming a major attraction for visitors. Skiers and snowboarders will love the wide, well-maintained slopes and diverse courses. After a day on the slopes, the mineral-rich hot springs offer a soothing retreat. In summer, Zao offers hiking trails through verdant forests and to volcanic craters. The year-round beauty and activities make Zao Onsen a versatile destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking both adventure and relaxation.

Zao Onsen in winter is simply amazing! 😍 Stepping into Zao Onsen is like entering a dreamy ice and snow kingdom. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, the scenery is breathtaking. ❄️ The hot spring pool is steaming, and the warm water envelops your whole body, making you forget the cold instantly. Close your eyes and feel the soothing water flow, and all your fatigue will disappear. 💆 Here, you can soak in the hot spring while enjoying the beautiful snow scenery, as if time has stopped. Occasionally, you can see a few cute little animals frolicking in the snow, adding a touch of vitality. 🐾 Zao Onsen is the warmest haven in winter. Come here and enjoy an unforgettable winter trip! 🎉

100 Great Castles in Japan [Yamagata Castle Ruins] Well maintained, the ruins of the Honmaru Palace are located within the large grounds, and the restored Ninomaru moat and stone walls can be seen beautifully✨ It is a historical building where you can learn, with VR explanations and a museum. The Yamagata Prefectural Museum displays the national treasure "Jomon Goddess"⭐️ When I went in the summer, the inside of the museum was too hot to take my time looking around, so I recommend bringing cooling items such as a fan during the scorching heat💡 You can walk there from Yamagata Station. 1 Kasumi-cho, Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture 💰Price per person: Free The entrance fee to the Yamagata Prefectural Museum is 300 yen #Yamagata #Yamagata Castle Ruins #Yamagata Trip #0 Yen Trip November

Experiencing snow at Zao is an exciting and enchanting natural experience, especially during the winter season when the entire area is covered in snow. Zao is a famous tourist destination in Japan for skiing and enjoying beautiful snow views. When you arrive at Zao, you will be greeted with stunning scenery, where the falling snow makes everything look white and like a fairy tale world. Taking the cable car to the top of the mountain allows you to enjoy a wide view, seeing mountains and snow covering the entire area. Additionally, there are walking trails for those who want to enjoy the view up close. You can stroll in the cool atmosphere and feel the tranquility of nature. For ski lovers, Zao also has ski slopes suitable for all levels, from beginners to professionals, and is fully equipped with facilities, making it an ideal place for relaxation and fun during the winter season.

I really miss the first time I went to Japan to play in the snow. It was so much fun and incredibly beautiful and romantic. Although it was a warm winter that year, I have vivid memories of staying one night at Zao in Yamagata, Tohoku. It started snowing heavily at midnight and continued throughout the night. The next day, we went up the mountain and stayed at the San-Goro Lodge halfway up. The heavy snow continued, and the kids played in the snow all day, not wanting to come inside. They only agreed to leave after we checked out. After leaving, we were incredibly lucky to see the sun come out, giving us a chance to see the beautiful forest. It was like a scene from Frozen, so dreamy! The staff at San-Goro Lodge took us to the Torikabuto Station cable car. This is a ski resort with many skiers. We walked along the path to the Daikokuten Observatory, which was incredibly beautiful. The view from the 1387-meter-high Torikabuto summit was stunning. From there, we could see our lodge, San-Goro Lodge. The wooden cabin in the snow was so romantic, and walking through the forest felt like a scene from Frozen. Tohoku Zao Cable Car Station 〒990-2301 Yamagata Prefecture, Yamagata City, Zao Onsen 229-3

Even if you don't do winter sports, you can take the ropeway up and enjoy the vast snowy scenery! It's a real pleasure when it's snowing✨ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Zao Ropeway 📍229-3 Zao Onsen, Yamagata City ⏰Sanroku Line 8:30-17:00 / Sancho Line 8:45-16:45 🚃JR Yamagata Station ⇨About 40 minutes by local bus. After getting off, it is about a 15-minute walk to Zao Ropeway Sanroku Station (Sanroku Station ⇨ Juhyo Kogen Station ⇨ Jizo Sancho Station) 💰Bus fare and ropeway fare purchased at Yamagata Station included/Adult 5,700 yen ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ※This information is up-to-date, so please check it out when you go! Photo date: 2024/2 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🫧🫧🫧~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Right now! This moment! Enjoy the Maya trip to the fullest ✔︎A place I'm glad I went and experienced firsthand ✔︎I hope this helps you save and plan your trips♫ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🫧🫧🫧~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #winter play #snow #Zao #Yamagata sightseeing #spectacular spots #snow scenery #ropeway

Have you ever been to Zao's frost-covered trees? The Aomori Todomatsu trees are covered with ice and snow caused by cloud particles carried by the seasonal winds and become snow monsters❄️ Growth stage ⇨ January Peak stage ⇨ February Decline/collapse stage ⇨ March It's rare nationwide. It's also popular as a tourist destination because you can see it without climbing a mountain Come and see this work of art that can only be seen in good weather! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Rime trees at Zao 📍Zao mountain range, Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture, near the summit of Jizo-dake Zao Ropeway 📍229-3 Zao Onsen, Yamagata City ⏰Foothills line 8:30-17:00 / Summit line 8:45-16:45 🚃JR Yamagata Station ⇨About 40 minutes by local bus. After getting off, it is about a 15-minute walk to Zao Ropeway Sanroku Station (Sanroku Station ⇨ Juhyo Kogen Station ⇨ Jizo Sancho Station) 💰Bus fare and ropeway fare purchased at Yamagata Station included/Adult 5,700 yen ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄️~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *This information is current, so please check it out before you go! Photo date: 2024/2 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Right now! This moment! Enjoy the Maya trip to the fullest ✔︎A place I'm glad I went and experienced firsthand ✔︎I hope this helps you save it or go out ♫ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~❄~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #Snowscape2024 #Snow #Zao #SnowMonster #YamagataTourism #BreathtakingSights #Snowscapes #PhotogenicSpots

"The sound of the cicadas penetrates the quiet rocks" is a place that everyone has heard at least once, and is the place where Matsuo Basho wrote a haiku 📍This time we will introduce 👇 "Hojusan Risshakuji Temple" in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture. We would like to provide some useful information for those who are visiting for the first time! ★Also known as "Yamadera" This place is also commonly known as "Yamadera" because there are more than 30 large and small tower buildings built on a steep rocky mountain. ★History of its founding in 860 This place also has a long history, and like Chusonji Temple in Hiraizumi, Iwate, Zuiganji Temple in Matsushima, Miyagi, and Osorezan in Shimokita, Aomori, it is said to have been founded in 860 by the third Tendai sect priest, Jikaku Daishi Ennin 🕰★Pilgrimage route with 1015 stone steps Climb the long stone steps of 1015 steps to reach Okunoin 🥾It is said that climbing the stone steps will eliminate worldly desires. It's a tough journey, but there are plenty of sights along the way, including historical sites such as stone monuments bearing haiku poems and other spots with spectacular views, making it a pilgrimage route that can be enjoyed intellectually and sensorily❗️★Godai-do Hall stands on a cliff. As you climb the pilgrimage route, you'll come to a place where you can look out over the magnificent view from the top of the mountain. The view from this observation deck, which gives you the feeling that you are at the same height as the mountain opposite the Godaido Hall, is truly beautiful✨★You should allow more than an hour for the journey! It takes 30 to 45 minutes for young people and 45 to 60 minutes for older people to travel one way to the inner sanctuary of Risshakuji Temple and the Godaido Hall! It's a long climb, so we recommend wearing sturdy shoes like sneakers. ◼︎Admission feeAdults: 300 yen, Junior high school students: 200 yen, Children (over 4 years old): 100 yen ◼︎Opening hours08:00-17:00 ◼︎Location4456-1 Yamadera, Yamagata, Yamagata Prefecture 999-3301 ◼︎AccessBy trainJR Senseki Line JR Yamagata Station → JR Yamadera Station 20 minutesJR Senseki Line JR Sendai Station → JR Yamadera Station 60 minutes10 minutes walk from Yamadera Station to the entranceBy carYamagata Expressway "Yamagata Kita IC" → about 15 minutes*There is no dedicated parking lot, use the paid parking lot in the shopping arcade in front of the templeBasically 500 yen, but some places are free under certain conditions #Sakura2024 #Japan's most beautiful scenery #Domestic travel #Yamagata sightseeing

During the autumn leaves season ☘️☘️ in Yamagata, even though there are no cherry blossoms to see 🌸🌸🌸 Japan, we had the opportunity to go in November during the beautiful autumn leaves season. On the way to Ginzan Onsen, while driving on both sides of the road, the way to the valley, most of the tourists are Japanese because the way to get there is quite difficult. There are also tour buses. Stop to eat handmade soba, then soak in the onsen ♨️ feels good. #Sakura2024

📍> The Zao Range (ざおうれんぽう) is majestic, spanning Yamagata and Miyagi counties, with the main peak Kumano-dake (elevation 1,841 meters) located on the Yamagata side. Beautiful scenery can be seen all year round, especially the autumn red leaves on the mountain top and the 'Zao Ice Tree' of Zao Mountain in northeastern Yamagata, which is one of the absolute winter views in Japan. . 💠During the entire ski season, the 'Ice Tree Group' appearing on the upper part of the ski resort is very spectacular. In addition to being able to ski on the 'Ice Tree Primitive Snow Road' during the day and admire the ice trees on both sides of the ski trail, there is also an ice tree light show at night. Under the colorful lights, the ice trees look spectacular and mysterious. With 26 snow trails and 41 ropeways, no matter how big the scale is, it's impossible to ski all in one day, so it's recommended to stay at least one night. . 💠How to get there: Snow friends, you can choose Air China's direct flight to Sendai, with one flight each on Wednesday and Sunday, with a stopover in Shanghai. The direct flight on Wednesday and Sunday, the departure time from Beijing is 7:20, and the departure time after stopping in Shanghai is 10:40. Arrive at Sendai Airport at 14:25 Japanese time. . The general route is: take the 'Sendai Airport Line' from Sendai Airport, and arrive at 'Sendai Station' 25 minutes later; change to the 'JR Senzan Line' at 'Sendai Station', and arrive at 'Yamagata Station' about 1 hour and 15 minutes later. . 💠From Sendai Airport to Yamagata Station, there is another mode of transportation, called the express bus, with a one-way fare of 1,500 yen, half price for children under 12, and it takes 80 minutes to reach Yamagata Station. However, if you take a plane from Beijing with a stopover in Shanghai, you won't be able to catch the departure time of the express bus. Unless some snow friends fly to Sendai Airport from an airport in Japan, see if the arrival time can catch up with one of the four express buses a day. Snow friends, please check the arrival time on the day and decide whether to choose the express bus. . 💠Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo After snow friends land at Tokyo Haneda or Narita Airport, take a car to 'Tokyo Station' and take the Tohoku Shinkansen, a one-stop service to 'Yamagata Station', and then take a bus from 'Yamagata Station' to the ski resort. The one-way fare for the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Yamagata Station: 11,680 yen (about 680 RMB) The Shinkansen journey time: 2 hours 41 minutes When you arrive at 'Yamagata Station', refer to the above 'Yamagata Station → Zao Onsen' bus timetable and take the bus to go. .

The cabin hidden in Zao, Tohoku, Japan. When I went there in 2020, there was very little snow in the warm winter. It suddenly snowed heavily that day and it was super dreamy. Before going up the mountain, you must first take a cable car up the mountain. After contacting the administrator of the cabin, he will drive a crawler truck. He came to pick us up. It was a ski chalet that only skiers would live in, but it was also open to the general public. Although we didn’t know how to ski, we loved the mountains and chalets. As soon as we saw this chalet, we loved it and decided to stay there. Late at night, our family is really the only one who is a tourist! The interior of the wooden house is very unique, and I really like its interior design. When it snows outdoors, the Sangoro Lodge also provides free snowboards and snow tubs to play in. I still miss Sangoro’s hut! Sangoro cabin 990-0017 Fudokami National Forest 28, Kamitarizawa, Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture #parent-childfriendly place#suburban good place #Japan #ski #zao

Zao Tree Ice is located in Yamagata Prefecture, northeastern Japan. This stunning sight is limited to each winter! Tree ice is the ice that attaches to the surface of trees when fog and clouds cooled to below freezing point blow through them. But the weather in winter is more unstable. Those who can go up the mountain in good weather are lucky! This time I also met the blue sky, I was really blessed by God 🫶🏻 📆Viewing Period: Roughly from December to March If you want to visit the tree ice, it is recommended to visit between late January and late February when you can see the beautiful and huge tree ice 🚠Transportation: Arrive from Yamagata Station by bus to Zao Onsen in 40 minutes. "Tree Ice Viewing Pass" is available at the "Yamagata Station-mae Bus Service Office Sales Window" (including a round-trip ticket from "Yamagata Station-mae" Station to "Zao Onsen" Station + a discount package for round-trip tickets from Zao Cable Car "Yan Foothill" Station to "Jizo Summit" Station.) ⛷️ How to play: ⭐️ Take the cable car up the mountain: 360 degrees to see the trees, ice and snow strange ⭐️ "Dilian Peak Station" Observation Deck: Open view, many people take pictures here ⭐️ Tree ice lighting, night parade (not every day, please pay attention to the official website schedule) ⭐️ Ski viewing ‼ ️Precautions ❕In addition to tree ice, Yamagata Zao can also enjoy the Zao hot springs and skiing at the foot of the mountain, and the weather is unstable, it is recommended to stay at least 2 nights. ❕ It’s really super cold in the plateau area! It's minus 10 degrees Celsius. Keep warm, otherwise you'll be too cold to play. It's really too cold. You can go to the restaurant to keep warm first. The view inside is beautiful! #travel #travel #I miss #japan attractions #japan ##one of the must-see attractions in life

Yamadera Temple, also known as Risshaku-ji Temple, is a renowned Buddhist temple located in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. Nestled amidst the scenic mountains, this temple offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and spiritual tranquility, making it a popular destination for tourists and pilgrims alike. Perched on the slopes of Mount Hoju, Yamadera Temple is known for its unique architectural design and its historical significance. The temple was founded in the 9th century and has since served as a place of worship and meditation. One of the highlights of visiting Yamadera Temple is the breathtaking ascent to the main hall. The temple is situated on a mountainside, and visitors must climb a stone staircase with over a thousand steps. As you make your way up, you'll be surrounded by nature and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding valleys and forests. The climb itself is an invigorating experience, offering a sense of accomplishment upon reaching the top. Once you reach the main hall, you can explore the various smaller temples and shrines that dot the complex. Each one offers its own unique charm and historical significance. The temple grounds also feature beautiful gardens and scenic viewpoints that provide opportunities for reflection and peaceful contemplation. Yamadera Temple is especially captivating during the autumn and winter season when the surrounding mountains are adorned with vibrant hues of red, orange, gold or silvery white snow grounds. The temple becomes a popular spot for visitors to witness the breathtaking spectacle of both seasons. Yamadera Temple is truly a gem that embodies the essence of tranquility and spirituality in the heart of Yamagata Prefecture. How to get there: Take the local train from Yamagata Station. Get down at Yamadera station and walk across the river for about 10min. #japan #yamagata #yamadera #temple #buddhist #mountain #winter

Ginzan onsen Ginzan Onsen is an onsen area in Obanazawa, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. Its name means "silver mine hot spring 1 hour from Yamagata station to oishida station and from oishida station 30min by bus 760¥ By taxi around 6100¥ I’m lucky that day I was here I got a bit heavy snow falls This was a amazing day for me and I really enjoyed my trip in ginzan onsen #awesomepic #japan #ginzanonsentrip Happy 😃 enjoy 😉

Mt.zao is located in Yamagato prefecture. It is a ski and snow monster area that Thai people like to travel to. I met many Thai people. There are many onsen accommodations to choose from around here. The snow is so cold that your hands and feet are frozen. How to get there - There are buses, but renting a car is more convenient. Tourist attractions - Mt.zao Snow monster Hotel - There are onsen around here. There are many accommodations. Restaurant and food - There are many restaurants to choose from, but most of them are full. Shopping - There are souvenir shops. #Traveling abroad #Traveling in Japan #Missing nature

#Japan Attractions To talk about the most beautiful attractions in Japan It must be "Tibetan King Tree Ice". It is located in Zao, Yamagata Prefecture, northeastern Japan Around December to February each year (depending on the amount of weather and snow each year) Take the cable car up the mountain at the Tibetan King Onsen You can see But it's all about fate and luck It takes good weather and clear and cloudless days to see such a spectacular sight of trees and ice When looking down from the top of the mountain Really read and sigh lamenting their insignificance With the view of the sunset is really no regrets Sincerely super recommend this place to everyone The season of snow monsters starts in December and will "give" the tallest from the end of February to mid-March Snow monsters will also appear uphill Take the Foothill Line Cable Car from the Tibeto Cable Car Foothill Station You will be able to access Shubing Plateau Station and Jizo Summit Station Whether you come for skiing or not you can enjoy the sight of the snow monster However, non-skiers are advised to employ a private guide

Traveling by bus from sendai station and stop at the Sakuramboekimae , take around 1 hour 20 minutes. Then travel by car to Zao ski resort with some friends. we are doing BBQ party at the noon at the terrace of the forest inn Zao. Talking and drink till drop, having a fun game and it was so memorable. We do visit the the other lodge behind the mountain and using the cable car. it was very convenient and the view was amazing, greenery's scenery from the cable car along the 1000m length, I was enjoyed alot. #staycation #summervacation #summer #japan #yamagata #onsen

Ginzan Onsen (Ginzan Onsen - 銀山温泉) is an ancient hot spring village that is over a hundred years old located on the mountain of Yamagata Prefecture which used to be a prosperous silver mine area .. until the production of silver was discontinued, it was changed to a place to visit and stay . Ginzan Onsen is famous in Japan as the "most beautiful hot spring town" with a stream flowing through the main street of the town and lined with ryokan-style rooms on both sides which are in a traditional style, 3-4 story wooden buildings making it feel like you have come out of the Edo period in the past and is also very famous during the time of the movie Oshin becoming a popular tourist spot both for Thais and foreigners, oh! . The city center is designated as a pedestrian zone only so the streets are quite narrow and there is no parking making this town very quiet, perfect for relaxing and in the evening, the ryokan will start to light up with orange lanterns if you go in the winter, it will be even more awesome, the streets are covered in snow The atmosphere will change. Let me tell you, it's so beautiful! #ginzanonsen #onsen #銀山温泉

Yamagata has many private hot spring hotels. It's hard to book Ryokan Azumaya because it has shuttle bus to pick up guests. Here are seven pools and four hot springs. They are available for male and female guests at different time. There is Takimikan and five open-air plunge baths of "根っこ風呂" that cut through the root of chestnut trees of 250 years old.

#OverseasTravel Japan's Yamagata Prefecture Tibetan King Tree Ice, and you can soak in hot springs, have beautiful scenery, you can ski, and delicious Yamagata beef, I want to go again ~~~~

My friend Miyuki Sato just send me her hiking pictures. It was taken from the top of mountain in Yamagata prefecture on early Oct. The view is very stunning! Fantastic! 😍😍😍 We met last 2 years whenever I was visiting Zao onsen during my winter trip to Japan. She advises me to visit Yamagata in Autumn and so will guide me there. I can't wait shall my luck come true. #givethanks

#tokyostroll Looking for a snowy escape from Tokyo that has something for both skiers and non-skiers? Yamagata Zao Onsen is the perfect winter wonderland, offering top-tier ski slopes, the famous "Snow Monsters" (Juhyo), and soothing hot springs for ultimate relaxation. 🚄 Getting There from Tokyo Hop on the Yamagata Shinkansen to Yamagata Station (~2.5 hrs), then take a bus (~40 min) straight to Zao Onsen. ⛷️ For Skiers: Powder Paradise 🏔️ Zao Onsen Ski Resort – One of Japan’s oldest and biggest ski resorts, perfect for all levels with long scenic runs and a 7km downhill course. 👀 Ski Through the Snow Monsters – Glide through the surreal frozen trees, a rare natural wonder formed by icy winds. 🌙 Night Skiing – The slopes light up, giving an otherworldly skiing experience. ♨️ For Non-Skiers: Relax & Explore 🔥 Onsen Hopping – After a snowy stroll, soak in Zao’s famous sulfuric hot springs, said to be great for the skin. 🚠 Ropeway to Jizo Sancho Station – Even if you don’t ski, take the cable car up to see the Snow Monsters and breathtaking mountain views. 🏮 Hidden Gem: Zao Onsen Village – A charming traditional town filled with cozy eateries, foot baths, and local shops. 💡 Insider Tips ✅ Best Time to Visit: January–February for peak snow and the best Snow Monster views. ✅ Non-Skiers Should Still Layer Up – Even if you’re just sightseeing, the winds at the peak can be intense! ✅ Try the Local Specialty: Zao Soba & Kaminabe (hotpot) are perfect for warming up. Whether you’re carving down the slopes or just here to unwind, Zao Onsen is the ultimate winter escape from Tokyo! ❄️♨️🏔️

Very nice, beautiful and convenient hotel. The room is clean and comfortable with smart toilets and good amenities. The hotel is inside the building connected to JR Yamagata Station. It is very convenient. Also Starbucks inside the same building and convenience store, Family Mart walking distance. The staff also very helpful and welcoming. Bus station to Oishida outside the building. Overall was good and perfect stay at Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata. Definitely will come back!

Zao Ski Resort - A stop you can't miss in your lifetime From Yamagata, you can take the Yamagata-Zao Onsen Line directly to Zao Onsen Station (1,200 yen for adults, 600 yen for children) and walk about 300 meters to arrive (there is also a map outside the bus station to show you how to get to each ski slope) and it will take 40 minutes to arrive. All access to the ski slopes and the top of the mountain is by swiping a cable car ticket. A one-day ticket is generally 6,000~7,000 yen for adults and 4,000~4,500 yen for children; a half-day ticket (after 1pm) is 4,500~5,000 yen for adults. Getting to Zao Ski Resort is also very easy. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : If you feel tired after skiing, you can go directly to Zao Onsen to relax.

When visiting Yamagata, don't just go to Ginzan Onsen. The entire mountain of Yamadera is a training ground. The thousand-step staircase tests the leg strength of visitors. From Konpon Chudo to the Kaisando Hall at the top of the mountain, you can see a whole world of white snow, giving a sense of being isolated from the world. It is said that visiting the Oku-no-in at the end can cut off bad relationships. 📍Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Pgo3ZJsU1V64aHFX8

#getgoing2025 The mysterious "Dokko Swamp" on the Zao Chuo Plateau at an altitude of about 1,400 metres. The sunlight turns the water into blue and emerald green, which is fantastic. If you take the Zao Chuo Ropeway from Zao Onsen Town and transfer to the Chuo Daiichi Lift (Natsuyama Lift) at Torikabu Station, you can rest assured even if you are not confident in your physical strength.