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Top things to do in Yamagata Prefecture
【Tohoku One-Day Tour】Ginzan Onsen・Zao Ropeway & Ice Monsters・Okama Crater・Seasonal Fruit Picking・Special Lunch One-Day Tour (Departing from Sendai)
English guided
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(153) • 3K+ booked
£ 86.20
Sendai Zao Fox Village & Ginzan Onsen Full-Day Tour
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(45) • 1K+ booked
£ 56.35
From Sendai: Ginzan Onsen& Zao Frost-Covered Trees& Fox Village Tour
Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
(348) • 6K+ booked
£ 50.29
Sendai Full-Day Autumn Mogami River & Naruko Gorge Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
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100+ booked
£ 80.45
Ginzan Onsen & Zao Snow Monsters & Zao Fox Village 2-Day Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
(70) • 900+ booked
£ 177.19
Sendai Zao Snow Monsters & Ginzan Onsen Day Tour
Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
(51) • 1K+ booked
£ 94.79
2-Day Tour to Ginzan Onsen, Zao Chuo Ropeway, Miyagi Zao Fox Village, and Ouchi-juku (Departing from Shinjuku)
English guided
Free cancellation
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(480) • 2K+ booked
£ 167.59
[Group/Charter] Mt. Ginzan Onsen + Zao Snow Monsters + Fox Village: Exclusive Small Group Day Trip (From Sendai)
Private tour
Small group
Free cancellation
(26) • 900+ booked
£ 95.29
Winter wonderland in the Northeast｜Ginzan Hot Springs, Zao Ice Trees, Fox Village, Onihira Edo-chu 2-day tour (including breakfast and dinner at the hot spring hotel)｜Depart from Tokyo
English guided
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(84) • 1K+ booked
£ 177.15
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Private English and Chinese ski lessons and photography services at Zao Onsen Ski Resort
Morning departure
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(52) • 300+ booked
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£ 228.90
Day trip from Sendai: Zao Okama & Ginzan Onsen & Zao Fox Village
Hotel pick-up
Private tour
Small group
(17) • 500+ booked
£ 84.29
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Sendai Departure | Yamagata Yamadera Temple + Tendo Onsen Roadside Station + Ginzan Onsen Day Trip | Temple Climb & Scenic Views + Onsen Town Stroll
Free cancellation
(14) • 300+ booked
£ 80.45
Transport in Yamagata Prefecture
Sagano Romantic Train Ticket
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£ 4.25
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£ 243.00
£ 153.20
Yamagata car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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£ 33
/day Tokyo Car Rental with Driver to Nearby Ski Resorts - Hakuba/Karuizawa/Niigata
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(92) • 1K+ booked
£ 326.69
Retail: £ 360.99
Sendai Airport <-> Yamagata City Airport Bus Tickets
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£ 10.19
Tokyo to Yamagata - Japan Rail Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Ticket
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£ 52.29
Yamagata to Tokyo - Japan Rail Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Ticket
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£ 52.29
Tokyo to Oishida - Japan Rail Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Ticket
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£ 60.59
Oishida to Tokyo - Japan Rail Shinkansen (Bullet Train) Ticket
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£ 60.59
Higashitagawa car rentals | Choose from multiple car models
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£ 27
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Reviews of Yamagata Prefecture activities
qian **
2026-08-10 23:51:40
Our tour guide also served as the driver and was very responsible, ensuring everything was well-arranged. The tickets he purchased were for the first row, which was an excellent spot and great value for money. The hotel arranged in the middle of the trip was an old Japanese inn, providing a wonderful experience. The other two attractions were also fantastic; the hot springs would have been perfect if visited in winter. The itinerary design was very good. If I had to point out a flaw, it would be that the hotel we returned to after the Nebuta Festival was quite far. While the tourists weren't too tired, sleeping through the journey, the driver worked incredibly hard, driving for several hours late into the night. I suggest optimizing this part of the route.
Kanjirat *********
2026-05-02 14:56:20
So beautiful and absolutely a must if you’re stopping by. The biggest issue was that it’s almost too popular with many passengers that end up obstructing the view and taking away from what would be a very romantic atmosphere.
Klook User
2026-09-23 08:08:58
recommend a seven day pass used it a lot in Kyoto for Thee Shinnkeen trains there and back to Kyoto.Locaotrainsand bus and a boat ride
seat reservation process: Bery good and easy to use
pass area coverage:
Great coverage can use in Tokyo and Kyoto and outer areas
price:Pricing great if you make the most of Troon public transport.So just check if it would be worth it for your individual trips
CHING ********
2026-07-08 03:59:50
The "Free Hong Kong Mail" for the voucher was delivered by SF Express. I placed the order today (Monday) and received it the next day (Tuesday), which is extremely efficient.
The last time I visited Hokkaido via Sapporo Airport, I deliberately skipped Hakodate because taking the Hokkaido Shinkansen from Shin-Aomori Station to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station, then transferring to the JR Hakodate Main Line to Hakodate Station, only takes about 1.5 hours. This is much more convenient than the over 3.5-hour journey from Sapporo to Hakodate.
For a relaxed trip for middle-aged travelers, the route Sendai - Aomori - Hakodate - Hachinohe - Sendai, using a JR Pass to reserve seats for free at the designated seat ticket machines, allows you to enjoy leisurely times and various delicious foods. It's very cost-effective and worthwhile.
Lee ******
2026-05-26 15:38:49
The hotel is conveniently located 3-5 minutes from Yamagata Station, offering excellent transportation access. The rooms are spacious, and the bathrooms feature separate wet and dry areas with large bathtubs, providing exceptional comfort. On the first floor, there's a 7-Eleven convenience store and a famous Yonezawa beef restaurant. Overall, its convenient location, modern facilities, and comfortable spaces make it highly recommended.
cheung *****
2026-06-12 03:17:59
the staff can speak English. very convenient location with shopping area right next to the hotel. have parking with charges and hotel is next to the train station
LEE *******
2026-06-24 05:41:44
The walk from the hotel to Yamagata Station took longer than expected. The hotel hallways were too dimly lit; the manager could install brighter lights. However, the hotel's breakfast was plentiful and delicious, and the staff were very friendly, which was a big plus.
Chanakarn ************
2026-04-13 12:53:10
Everything is perfect for this hotel. There is public parking lot next to hotel 24hr cost only 500 yen and can walk to the back door of hotel. Free drink and icecream from checkin time to 4pm and also 80 bowls of free yamagata soba from 8-10pm. Room is big enough to fit 2 people. Walk distrance to Kajo park. I love this hotel
吳 **
2026-08-12 13:55:32
Convenient Transportation: Very close to Yamagata Station.
Hotel Location: There are many izakayas (Japanese pubs) in the surrounding area. In the evenings, it becomes very lively and brightly lit, like the spirit world in "Spirited Away" (there are also some adult entertainment shops behind the hotel).
Service: Excellent. The lobby staff actively guided us as foreign tourists and could communicate a little in English. The lobby also provided a sufficient quantity of high-quality extra amenities for guests to take.
Cleanliness: The room cleanliness was average, with no strange odors or mold, but it was relatively old.
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