【Japanese Trip】things to do in Yamagata
welcome to what the Japan The theme of this issue is Yamagata blessings of the mountains warmth of hot water and heartwarming tastes and scenery There are 47 prefectures in Japan each with its own unique charm In this issue one of these prefectures is introduced in depth So let’s go This channel introduces a variety of information on Japanese culture history tourism etc Yamagata Prefecture is located on the Sea of Japan side of the Tohoku region and has a long north south shape Its area is about 9,300 km It is the 9th largest prefecture in Japan It has a population of approximately 1 million ranking 36th in Japan The prefectural capital is Yamagata City 85% of Yamagata Prefecture is mountainous and 75% is forested In the center of the prefecture is the Moami River Since most of the prefectures residents live in the watershed of this river it is also known as the mother river It is a quiet prefecture surrounded by nature with rich mountains and rivers and a culture nurtured by snow It takes 1 hour from Haneda airport to Yamagata airport by plane It also takes about 3 hours from Tokyo station to Yamagata station by Shinkansen bullet train The ease of transportation is one of the attractions of Yamagata making it suitable for both one-day trips and extended stays Here are five sightseeing spots that are frequently visited by foreigners Yamadada a historical landmark representing Yamagata Prefecture Matsu Basho a famous poet of the Edeto period 1,63 to 1,868 also famously wrote a poem inspired by this temple Climbing more than 1,000 stone steps reveals Okonoin Temple which is surrounded by a spectacular view and tranquility The air of a sacred place of mountain worship is palpable and each ascent is like a purification of the mind The scenery changes with the seasons and the autumn leaves are especially breathtaking Zho Anson hotring Zho is also famous as a ski resort and in winter ice monsters called zuo appear The natural art created by wind and snow is a winter specialty that attracts tourists from all over the world Zho Anson has a history of over 1,900 years and is popular for its sulfur spring water which is effective for beautifying the skin Visitors can enjoy the luxury of warming their bodies after a long day of skiing in the hot springs Incidentally Zhao is a mountain range of mountains There are tourist attractions in both Miyagi and Yamagata Prefectures So check out this video about Zho in Miyagi Prefecture Ginszan Onen Ginsan Anen is a hot spring resort town with an atmosphere of Taiishow romanticism Wooden ins line the riverside and gas lamps illuminate the town at night creating a fantastic scene It is also famous as the model for the Japanese animated film Spirited Away and is popular among tourists from abroad A stroll along the river in Yucata like cotton kimono will make you feel as if you have stepped back in time to the taou era 1912 to 1926 Camo Aquarium located in Suruoka City This aquarium is known as the aquarium of jellyfish boasting the world’s largest number of jellyfish on display The huge aquarium with mysteriously glowing jellyfish drifting in the water is just like a dream world The lighting and music create a magical space where visitors can enjoy a moment of healing This is a relaxing spot that can be enjoyed by both children and adults Yamagata Hanagasa Festival held every August in Yamagata City This is the prefectures representative summer festival Hanagasa dancers parade through the city with their hats in their hands The gorgeous costumes and rhythmic drum beats add color to the summer night Spectators can also jump in and dance making this a participatory festival that visitors can enjoy together Here are five must-ry local dishes of Aomorei Ioni stewed potatoes This is the most popular autumn dish in Yamagata It is a warm one pot dish of taro beef kanyaku green onions etc Simmered in a soy sauce base the autumn tradition of the people of Yamagata is to have a taro stew party with family and friends on the riverbank You can taste the heart of Yamagata Connected by Nab dashi a summer staple Yamagata’s cold rice dish It is a refreshing dish of finely chopped summer vegetables such as eggplant cucumber and shiso leaves dressed with soy sauce When served over rice it is so refreshing that it blows away the heat It is also gentle on the body and perfect for preventing summer fatigue Tamakanyaku a familiar dish at fairs and service areas in Yamagata It is a simple but flavorful dish made by slowly simmering round kungaku in a sweet and spicy soy sauce It is popularly eaten by stabbing it with a toothpick and crunching it up It is also great as a snack or nibble Cold meat soba a local delicacy that originated in Kahoku town It is a unique style of buckwheat noodle with chicken meat oyadori in a cold broth The combination of the firm soba and chicken is exquisite and the more you bite into it the more flavorful it becomes It is a refreshing dish even on a hot day Cherries Yamagata produces more than 70% of Japan’s cherries Because of their beautiful red appearance cherries are called the jewels of the orchard They are not only eaten as they are but also made into various sweets Cherry-picking is also popular where visitors can pick cherries themselves and eat them as they are Yamagata Prefecture is a land of rich nature surrounded by mountains It is also a tourist destination that combines hot springs gourmet food history and culture The four seasons are distinctly different from one another So the scenery is completely different depending on the season you visit Whether you are looking for peace in quiet delicious food or active pursuits Yamagata will surely satisfy your needs Why don’t you experience a trip where you can discover the charms of Yamagata that you never knew existed in this channel we will introduce various information about Japanese culture history sightseeing etc If you want to know more about Japan please subscribe to our 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