Head for Zao for the fantastical scenery of white rime, also known as snow monsters!

A mystical, sacred place of Shugendo, or Japanese mountain asceticism-shamanism incorporating Shinto and Buddhist concepts

The centerpiece of the sacred Dewa Sanzan

A ski resort with ice-covered trees and hot springs

Symbolizing the sacred mountain Haguro

A hotel with Yonezawa beef, spa services and private baths

Magnificent views await at the end of the 1,015-step climb

Featuring private baths that are the largest in size and number in the prefecture

The most sacred of the three Dewa Sanzan

Appreciate masterpieces of French Impressionism

The thatched Haiden hall is magnificent

A museum housing the entire collection of photographer Ken Domon

A nostalgic masterpiece of Taisho-period architecture

Boasting the largest variety of jellyfish in the world

The three-story pagoda is the symbol of Takahata

An onsen town lined with Western-style multi-story wooden buildings from the Taisho Period. Exuding a nostalgic atmosphere, the town is often used as a location for movies and TV dramas.

100% powder snow and a long season from the beginning of season to spring skiing.

A big attraction is the rich variety of trails; from beginners to advanced everyone will have a great time.

A temple of flowers, with a circuit-style garden

You can ski down a 4.3km long slope, enjoying Pacific Ocean views. It is safe driving to the ski resort because the approacing road is facilitated with a snow melting feature.