[Yamagata] New classic model plan

This plan focuses on the classic spots that you absolutely cannot miss if you are traveling to Yamagata, such as natural scenery, famous temples, orchards, and aquariums. Travel efficiently and enjoy Yamagata to the fullest.

Total: 2 Days

Station

10:00

Day 1 START Tsuruoka Station

Car20 minutes

Culture

10:30

Visit Haguro-san, one of the three mountains of Dewa

Starting from Zuishinmon, I want to go up the slope and taste the fresh air. I think if you visit the Haguro-san Sanshin-gosaiden, you will have the same benefit as going around Sanzan.

(Photo) Haguro-san five-storied pagoda standing surrounded by cedar trees

Food

Haguro-san Saikan

It's up the Sannosaka. Let's taste the syojin cuisine.

Car20 minutes

History

14:00

Tour Tsuruoka's venerable architecture

The historic architecture, built from the Edo period to the Meiji and Taisho periods, still remains. Immerse yourself in the castle town style of the Shonai Domain and taste the gastronomy of Tsuruoka.

History

Chido Museum

The former Tsuruoka Police Station building of the pseudo-yōfaze building has a striking light blue color on its outer walls.

History

Taihokan)

The pure white Western-style building with its Shimomizaka roof creates a beautiful appearance.

History

Shonai Domain School Chidokan

A tour of the clan schools, which drained outstanding human resources; Omotemon, mausoleum and others remain.

Food

Tsuruka Food Cultural Market FOODEVER

A large collection of the famous shops of Shonai Gourmet recognized by the world.

Course

Day 2 START Tsuruoka Station

Car30 minutes

Activities

10:30

Be amazed by the fantastic jellyfish exhibit at Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium!

This aquarium is popular for its "Kuranetarium," where you can see the beautiful jellyfish swimming back and forth. The large tank at the very back, 5 meters in diameter, is a must-see. You can also encounter cute seals.

(Picture) About 10,000 water jellyfish swim in large aquarium

Car35 minutes

Activities

12:30

Walk through the retro streets in Sakata

Sakata, which flourished as a port town in the Edo period. Take a walk through the buildings and streets of the Edo period and the Meiji period, which received a lot of Kyoto culture. You can also cycle around in the city, so you should take advantage of it.

Nature

Hiyoyama Park

You can get a panoramic view of Sakata Port and the mouth of the Mogami River beyond the lighthouse.

Activities

Sakata station station exchange base facility Miraini

(1st photo) The Mount Chokai view deck on the 3rd floor of Miraini is an observation spot with a great sense of openness.
(2nd photo) In Sakata city, you can rent a rental cycle at 10 places.

Shopping

Minato Ichiba

Shops that handle various products such as seafood, vegetables and fruits gather.

History

Sankyo Warehouse

The black plank walls of the warehouse and the green of the zelquin trees are pleasing to the walk, which is lined with 12 rice warehouses built in the Meiji period.

Shopping

Sakata Yume no Kura

Buy your Sakata souvenirs at Irohakura Park's "Sakata Yume no Kura."

CarFive minutes

Station

GOAL Sakata Station

Add one more thing: Enjoy river rafting at Mogami Gorge and get close to nature

We stayed at the seaside Yunohama Onsen and moved to Mogami Gorge on the third day. Embark on a boat going down the Mogami Gorge Basho Line sightseeing boat from the Tozawa Domain Funabasho. Vehicle forwarding is used to the river station of the disembarkation yard, Mogami Gorge Kusanagi (reservation required, fee required). Let's walk through the forest of fantasy and enjoy the forest bath. The return trip is from Shinjo Station.

(1st photo) Enjoy the Mogami Gorge from the boat with a beautiful view of the gorge
(2nd photo) Giant cedar trees grow in the forest of fantasy

-This article is created based on the contents of "Rurubu information version" or "Rurubu & more." "Rurubu +".
· The data listed is as of March 2025. Prices, business hours, regular holidays, menus, etc. may change or may not be available due to temporary holidays. Please check in advance when using it, as the content may change.
· Closed stores and facilities, as a rule, the year-end holiday, Obon holiday, Golden Week, and temporary holidays are omitted.
· The published fees is the fee including the consumption tax that was confirmed at the time of the interview in principle, and the entrance fee is the adult fee if there is no special note.
-The time of use of the listing is, in principle, open (hall) to closed (hall). Please note that the last order or entrance (hall) time is usually 30 minutes to 1 hour before the closing (hall) time. The last order is written as LO.
・ The spring quality, efficacy, etc. of the hot springs in the list are prepared based on the answers from each facility.

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