The historic area of Yamagata awaits your stay
Enjoy the area's museums, temples and history and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Yamagata. Renowned for its art, monuments and parks, this city welcomes all visitors. With a vacation rental, you get a home away from home. Many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in Yamagata
Are you hoping to find things to do in the city? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Yamagata a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Lina World (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort (6.5 mi / 10.4 km)
- Zao Super Slider (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Zao Fox Village (18 mi / 28.9 km)
- Michinoku Lakeside National Government Park (18.9 mi / 30.4 km)
- Takahata Winery (20.6 mi / 33.1 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Yamagata
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Yamagata is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hayama Hot Spring (7.9 mi / 12.6 km)
- Tendo Onsen (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
- Okama Crater (10 mi / 16.2 km)
- Mt. Zao (12 mi / 19.4 km)
- Akiu Otaki Falls (15 mi / 24.1 km)
- Togatta Onsen (15.6 mi / 25.1 km)
How to get to and around Yamagata
Fly into Yamagata Airport (GAJ), the closest airport, located 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to Sendai Airport (SDJ), which is 33.4 mi (53.8 km) away.