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Up to 10 people, Central Street, Entire house rental, "JIHEI", Free parking for 2 cars, Spacious living and dining room on the ground floor, 2 Japanese-style rooms and 2 Western-style rooms on the 2nd floor
Jihei, a single-family house in the center of Yamagata City, can accommodate up to 10 people. The first floor has a spacious living and dining room and a spacious kitchen where you can enjoy cooking. On the 2nd floor, there are 2 Japanese-style rooms with 6 tatami mats and 2 Western-style rooms with the scent of Japanese iris. You can use the whole house freely as if you were at home. Parking 🅿️ is available on the property for 2 cars. It can accommodate up to 10 people. As a base for sightseeing in Yamagata, we recommend it for long-term stays with friends and family. The downtown area and the bar area are also a 5-6 minute walk away. You can enjoy walking around the city's tourist attractions (Bunsho Museum, Kasumi Castle Park, Mogami Yoshimitsu Memorial Hall, Momiji Park). From the accommodation, you can go to Zao Onsen ♨ ️ in 25-30 minutes by car🚗, to Yama-dera Risshaku-ji Temple in 20-30 minutes, and to Ginzan Onsen ♨ ️ in 70 minutes. Sendai is 60 minutes away by train or bus. The venue for the Yamagata Hanakasa Festival, one of the four major festivals in Tohoku, is a 1-minute walk. There are two other sister stores, one in front of Yamagata Station, a 2-minute walk from the station, and the Nanokamachi store. Please refer to Airbnb.

Rental Villa with Hot Spring Open-Air Bath, "Rioren" - Zao Sansuien - Gaiar Resort
Ryo Sakuraren welcomes digital nomads. Free wifi is available in the entire rental villa. We provide a comfortable remote work environment. Riouren, a rental villa with an open-air hot spring bath Please experience the refreshing and pleasant open-air bath with the light coming in from the sun. In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, we are using photocatalytic disinfection and antibacterial treatment at "Ryo Ren". ◎ About the rooms at Ryouren It can accommodate 5 people. It is a 2LK layout that is convenient for families and small groups. The simple interior is calming. The open kitchen makes cooking with family and friends even more fun. There are two Western-style bedrooms. Each room has one parent-child bed. We also have 1 set of futons. * Please note In addition to the open-air hot spring bath, there is an indoor bath, but the indoor bath is not a hot spring, but a hot water supply. ◎ About the price The same price for up to 4 people. An additional fee will be charged for reservations of 5 people. * Meals are not included in the accommodation fee. It is a room-only rate.

Ikkan | House rental with a natural hot spring cypress bath - Zao Sanuki En - Gaia Resort
Bikkakan welcomes digital nomads. Free wifi is available in the entire rental villa. We provide a comfortable remote work environment. ◎ Please note Reservations are accepted for 3 paying customers. Reservations for this facility are accepted for 3 paying guests, but you can also book for 1 or 2 guests by paying for 3 guests. ◎ About Ikkenkan It is a quiet and elegant inn surrounded by rich nature. The old house, which originally had a tea room, was renovated in the first year of the Reiwa era while retaining the good old features. Each room is nostalgic and calming. In addition, we are particularly particular about the bath, and in addition to the hot spring bath, the bathtub made of cypress, the walls, etc. are luxuriously made like a hot spring inn made of Aomori cypress. As soon as you open the door, you can smell the cypress, so please come and relax from your daily fatigue. There is a beautiful stream behind the house, and you can pick wild vegetables such as watercress. I hope you can spend a luxurious time "doing nothing" that you can't experience in the city.

Maximum 8 people/3 free parking spaces/103㎡/Zao Kitsune Village/Beautiful starry sky
This is a Japanese house that has been renovated to retain the good old Japanese style while allowing you to feel the warmth of wood. To create a relaxing space, we have placed a small number of soft lighting fixtures. The surrounding area is rich in nature, and the building is not very airtight, so insects and other creatures may enter the house. Also, although it has been renovated, it is a 60-year-old building. Please refrain from staying if you are sensitive to such things. ・ Convenience store (Seven-Eleven) 5 minutes on foot ・ Supermarket: 8-minute walk ・ Shiraishi Station (Tohoku Main Line) 19 minutes on foot, 4 minutes by car ・ Shiraishi-Zao Station (Tohoku Shinkansen) 8 minutes by car ■ Access to tourist destinations - Shiraishi Castle: 7 minutes by car ・ Zao Fox Village: 20 minutes by car ・ Funaoka Castle Park and Ichime Senbonzakura: 30 minutes by car ・ Eboshi Ski Resort: 40 minutes by car ・ Zao Okama: 60 minutes by car ※ The TV in the accommodation cannot receive terrestrial broadcasts

Entire cottage (Unit Zao Journeyda Resort)
A luxurious resort surrounded by the beautiful nature of Zao, Yamagata City It is a renovated cottage in the Unite Zao Jo Nida Resort. Enjoy a luxurious time in a quiet space away from everyday life. About the accommodation plan Limited to one group per day, up to 6 people, and the entire building is available for private rental. Rooms Open living/dining room and system kitchen Enjoy a comfortable and free time in the living area and fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen is stocked with cookware (frying pans, pots). Please use it for cooking during your stay. * Please bring your own condiments, cooking oil, etc. Spacious bathroom The bathroom is equipped with a bathtub and a jacuzzi, so you can relax while soaking in the jacuzzi and enjoying the seasonal scenery of Zao from the window. * It is not a hot spring. Bedroom space Please use the western-style room and loft space on the second floor as a bedroom.

Zao Moon Sky Cottage
A very quiet environment in the mountains,you can see the beautiful starry sky.Relax on the large wooden terrace.Have a great time with your friends and family.There are air conditioners,home appliances,cooking utensils,and tableware in the room. Located in a quiet villa area. It is not a suitable place for a lively party, such as a group party. 山の中のとても静かな環境、美しい星空が見えます。大きな木製のテラスでリラックスしてください。友達や家族と一緒に楽しい時間をお過ごし下さい。室内にはエアコン、家電製品、調理器具、食器あります。宮城蔵王国定公園内の別荘地蔵王休養村内にあります。グループでのパーティー等、にぎやかに過ごすのは不向きな場所です。

-Cherry Season-Peaceful & Private Forest-Edge Stay
Escape to Chidori Cottage — a peaceful private luxury retreat for two. Newly renovated with Japanese antiques and modern comforts, the cottage offers quiet forest-edge seclusion while remaining close to Yamagata’s restaurants, cafés, and everyday conveniences. Unwind beside the glowing pellet stove after skiing Zao’s slopes, hiking mountain trails, or exploring the city. Enjoy the wrap-around deck, Aesop amenities, premium bedding, and warm details curated for comfort, privacy, and relaxation.

Traditional Japanese-style inn/Zao Fox Village/BBQ
This is an old Japanese-style house that has been renovated using natural materials. It is located in a hot spring area where the starry sky is the most beautiful at night. This is a private lodging where you can rent the whole house. The entire house can be rented for up to 9 people. Please enquire about pick-up and drop-off arrangements. You can have a barbecue in the backyard. *Equipment can be rented. Please inquire when making a reservation. We hope you will come and visit us.

Onsen Villa FSO : 30 min drive to Fox Village/Ski.
蔵王の森に佇む贅沢和モダン、天然温泉付き 貸切ゲストハウス「Four Seasons Oasis MIYAGI ZAO (FSO)」 無料Wi-Fiを完備。快適なリモートワーク環境をご用意しています。 高級感あふれるモダンな黒壁と美しく幻想的なステンドグラスのきらめき。非日常感に包まれながら、ゆったりとお過ごしいただける大人のための隠れ家で、上質のくつろぎを感じていただけます。開放感のある室内で、お洒落な間接照明に魅せられながら至極のひと時をお過ごしください。 今も脈動する蔵王山からこんこんと湧き出る天然温泉を、黒御影石造りの贅沢な広々お風呂でお楽しみいただけます。 ◎宿泊プランについて FSOは1日一組限定、最大8名、一棟貸切でお泊まりいただける宿です。宿泊料金は4名様まで同一料金、5名様から1名追加ごとに追加料金を申し受けます。 ※宿泊料金に食事は含まれておりません。 ※お子様料金はございません。2歳以上のお子様は大人と同額を申し受けます。 FSOのある蔵王山水苑周辺のカフェやレストランなどで利用できる特別なクーポン券付き。

202 C-Cabin Yamagata / Free parking, 6 beds
A room located in the center of Yamagata City. The new interior is comfortable and can accommodate up to 6 people. Parking is also available for 1 car. Zao Onsen is a 30-minute drive, Ginzan Onsen is about 70 minutes away, and Yamadera is about 25 minutes away. It is a great location for sightseeing in Yamagata. There are supermarkets and convenience stores within walking distance. There is parking for two cars that can be used for free during your stay.

Old houses designated as tangible cultural house
An old house built in the late Edo period, but once you step inside you'll find a modern Japanese interior. Why not experience the good old Japanese culture? Get away from the discussions of the city and enjoy the slow flow of time. Amenities include a large TV, air conditioning, drum-type washing machine (with drying function), and hair dryer. The kitchen is equipped with a refrigerator, oven, dishes, cutlery, and most cooking utensils and seasonings.

Whole House 14 Guests | Zao Ski & Onsen | Yamagata
1.5hrs from Sendai Airport (direct flights from Taipei/Kaohsiung). Rental car needed. Parking: 8 cars. Day trips: Zao Ski 30min / Sendai 1.5hrs / Ginzan Onsen 1.5hrs / Yamadera 40min Kitchen for 14, AC+heater (-6°C OK), washer/dryer, Wi-Fi. Per person: 6→¥10,000 / 10→¥6,000 / 14→¥4,300 (flat rate, more guests=better value) For multi-family, 3-generation, friend groups. Private retreat in orchards. Enjoy Zao views and Yamagata's seasons.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to stay in Yamagata?
Stays in central neighborhoods provide easy access to dining, markets, and cultural attractions, while areas near parks offer quieter surroundings. Traditional houses and modern apartments are both found throughout the city.
What are the best things to do in Yamagata with kids?
Families frequently explore parks with playgrounds, interactive museums, and outdoor hot springs. Seasonal fruit picking and local festivals featuring traditional performances provide engaging activities for children.
What are some of the best things to do in Yamagata?
Explore the historical streets around Yamadera Temple, wander through parks and gardens, and visit local museums highlighting regional arts and crafts. The area has vibrant markets, seasonal festivals, and scenic mountain views.
How is the weather in Yamagata?
Yamagata has cold, snowy winters around 30–42°F (-1–6°C), and warm summers near 68–83°F (20–28°C), with significant rainfall during July and September. Dressing in layers and bringing waterproof gear is often suggested throughout the year.
When is the best time to visit Yamagata?
Late spring and summer are often recommended for cherry blossoms, outdoor festivals, and warmer temperatures. Winter brings snow activities and hot springs, while autumn has colorful foliage displays.
What are the best places to visit in Yamagata?
Stroll through Yamadera Temple’s hillside grounds, explore the Yamagata Museum of Art, and visit parks known for cherry blossom displays. Local markets and shops highlight traditional crafts and flavors.
What are some hiking trails in Yamagata?
Walk the hillside steps at Yamadera Temple or explore mountain paths surrounding central parks and gardens. Nearby nature reserves are often recommended for peaceful forest trails and expansive views.
What are some family activities we can do in Yamagata?
Try a walk through Yamadera Temple, visit museums with hands-on exhibits, and take part in cherry picking at local orchards. Public parks and gardens around the city have areas for active play and relaxation.
What are some of the best day trip ideas from Yamagata?
Nearby towns have traditional onsens, scenic mountain hikes, and local craft workshops. During winter, ski resorts around the region are frequently suggested for snow activities and relaxing hot springs.
Are there any pet friendly accommodations available in Yamagata?
Some vacation rentals in central and residential neighborhoods welcome pets, especially those near parks or walking paths. Travelers often find pet-friendly amenities that make it easier to explore the city with their companions.
What are some local tips for visiting Yamagata?
Layers work well for unpredictable mountain weather, and waterproof shoes are helpful during rainy seasons. Locals often recommend trying a hot spring bath and sampling locally grown cherries or seasonal fruit.
What is Yamagata known for?
Yamagata is renowned for scenic mountain views, historic temples like Yamadera, and vibrant seasonal festivals. The region is also known for its fruit orchards, hot springs, and winter snow activities.
What are the best hidden gems to explore in Yamagata?
Seek out traditional woodcraft workshops, local sake breweries, and quiet gardens around lesser-known temples. Neighborhood eateries frequented by locals sometimes highlight regional flavors and specialties.
What are the best foods to try in Yamagata?
Yamagata has locally grown cherries, orchard-fresh pears, and imoni, a hearty taro soup. Soba noodles and yakisoba are often recommended, as well as sake from regional breweries.
What should I bring for a trip to Yamagata?
Pack layers for cool mornings and variable mountain weather, a waterproof jacket for rainy periods, and comfortable walking shoes. In winter, warm outerwear and gloves help for snowy conditions.
What is the nightlife in Yamagata like?
Yamagata has lively izakayas, traditional pubs, and casual bars concentrated in central neighborhoods. Locally rooted music venues and cultural performances sometimes offer entertainment late into the evening.
What are the most popular events or festivals in Yamagata?
Yamagata has the Hanagasa Festival in summer, which features vibrant dance processions, and a notable film festival often recommended for international and local cinema. Spring cherry blossom celebrations also draw visitors to local parks.
Are there family friendly vacation rentals in Yamagata?
Many neighborhoods around parks, central city areas, and near cultural attractions have family-friendly vacation rentals. These spaces often include amenities such as kitchens and larger living areas suited to groups or families.
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Yamagata’s top spots include Yamadera Station, Kaminoyamaonsen Station and Uzenchitose Station





