Culture & History

A nostalgic hot springs villagers the mountains lit by gas lamps

A mysterious group of temples built on the cliff of a mountain

An amazing parade of 10,000 nimble dancers twirling “hanagasa” (flower hats)

A civic park built on the former site of Kajo Castle, also known as Yamagata Castle, famous for its cherry blossoms

Boasting grand natural scenery and “waters for beautiful skin”, Zao Onsen is the Tohoku region’s largest hot spring resort