Hands-on nature activities

• Activities for appreciating spectacular scenery

  Yamagata offers a wide variety of hands-on activities that fully take advantage of the prefecture’s abundant nature. We recommend activities for enjoying the spectacular scenery! Go canoeing amid a breathtakingly wondrous landscape, take a trek to experience the great nature firsthand, or ride on a boat down the famous Mogami River no matter the season to delight in new greenery, autumn colors, or a snowy landscape. These adventures out in the beautiful landscape are sure to become unforgettable, lifelong memories.

• Refresh your mind and body

  Simply being in nature is soothing, but activities are essential to fully appreciate it. Some other ways to have fun include a guided trekking tour and harvesting farm produce to savor the blessings of nature. An activity that suits you best will allow you to come into contact with the nature of Yamagata that has much to offer in all four seasons. Get away from the busy day-to-day to spend some time to re-energize. There is sure to be an activity that is perfect for you in Yamagata.