Yamagata Prefecture

Mountain temples, cherry harvests, and hot springs.

Ginzan Onsen Village is among the best views in Japan, Yamagata Prefecture

Yamagata Prefecture is located in the northern region of Japan known as Tohoku. Yamagata Prefecture is highly mountainous and is an outdoor adventurers paradise, with a myriad of fun things to do an explore, from natural hot springs, to Skiing, and to historic mountain temples which will surely entertain those who seek adventure and want to experience a different side to Japan than most people even know about. 

One of the local specialties in Yamagata Prefecture is the cherries, which can sell for upwards of $30USD per pound. If you can get your hands on some fresh Yamagata Cherries, then you will not want to miss out, as Cherries from Yamagata are considered among the best in the world.

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