Japan is a land where the beauty of the four seasons truly shines. Autumn is a special time when brilliant foliage blankets the country in vibrant reds and golden hues. The colorful mountainscapes are one of the greatest joys of travel. By visiting different spots, you can discover the many faces of autumn leaves and enjoy a journey unique to the season.So, where would you like to go this autumn?
The Zao Echo Line is a mountain road that traverses the Zao mountain range from east to west. It connects Zao Town in Miyagi Prefecture with Kamiyama City in Yamagata Prefecture and was opened in November 1962 (Showa 37). Spanning approximately 26km, this tourist road greets visitors with a different face for every season. However, it is closed from early November to late April due to winter conditions.
This hot spring resort was developed along with the Nobesawa Silver Mine which prospered in the Edo Period. After the mine was closed, it was turned into a therapeutic onsen resort until a flood destroyed it in 1913. By early Showa Period, local businesses have helped restore the village close to the current landscape with western-style wooden multi-story buildings on either side of Ginzan River.
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