Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort, a skiing spot located 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from central Yamagata. If you master the slopes, Sumikawa Snow Park is just a short drive away.
Yamagata Castle is just one of the landmarks located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Yamagata, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
Experience a world beneath the ocean with a visit to Kamo Aquarium, located 10 mi (16.2 km) from central Tsuruoka. If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in Tsuruoka, head to Tsuruoka Park.
Check out reviews of Yamagata Prefecture hotels guests love
Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata-ekimae
10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and spacious and you could control the airconditioning to give the temperature you wanted. A miracle in Japan in the winter, where most hotels seem to think you want to bake. "
"Thank you all of staff, have made our wonderful holiday , we are happy and grateful customer will come back again and will refer more relatives and family to visit your hotel
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"Pleasant staff, very efficient. Room was clean, central location, close to large strip mall and train station. Bed was comfortable and room was quiet."
"Staff was very welcoming, meals were executed very well, sulfur baths and open baths were very nice. Our room was large, comfortable and clean. Great place to stay "
