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Yamagata
Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts
Zao Onsen
3.25 3The ancient hot springs with a history of over 1,900 years.
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Zao Onsen Travel Guide: A Mountain Resort Where You Can Enjoy Nature and Outdoor Activities
Known as one of the largest all-around mountain resorts in Tohoku, “Zao Onsen.” Set amid the magnificent nature of the Zao mountain range, you can enjoy a charming hot spring town, Yamagata cuisine, and a wide range of activities. With a ski resort right next door, winter is the perfect time to ski among Zao’s famous Snow Monsters (juhyo). In this article, we’ll introduce the highlights of “Zao Onsen,” how to enjoy it, recommended day-use hot spring facilities, and public bathhouses. Use this guide and you’ll be able to fully experience the many charms of “Zao Onsen.”
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15 Things to Do in Yamagata
Yamagata is blessed with beautiful natural scenery, including mountains such as Mt. Zao and Mt. Gassan, both of which are listed among Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, and the Mogami River, affectionately known as the Mother River. In addition to its stunning natural beauty, Yamagata is home to many traditional hot spring towns and historic buildings. Visiting Yamagata lets you enjoy both picturesque landscapes and the charm of traditional Japan.
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Kiryu
Japanese Cuisine
Fujiya Honten
3.25 3130 years in business, the restaurant famous for Himokawa udon, Kiryu’s local food.
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Watch, Eat, and Experience! Sightseeing Guide for Kiryu and Ashikaga, Possible Even as a Day Trip from Tokyo!
The Kiryu and Ashikaga areas are accessible from Tokyo even for just a day trip, and not only are they great places to enjoy activities surrounded by beautiful nature, but they also offer plenty of places to take in, including nostalgic old townscapes and power spots!
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"Fujiya Honten" Enjoy Kiryu's local cuisine at a well known restaurant established over 120 years ago
Gunma is the leader in Japan for the prefecture that consumes the most udon noodles. In particular, Kiryu has been called the "udon noodle mecca," and the city's local cuisine is "himokawa udon noodles" that are characteristically wide.
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