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❄️ [Yamagata, Zao Onsen & Juhyo] A superb mountain trip where the mysteries of nature and hot springs await

❄️ [Yamagata, Zao Onsen & Rime Trees] A superb mountain trip where the mysteries of nature and hot springs await When it comes to winter in Yamagata, it's "Zao". The fantastic silver world created by the rare "rime trees" and the skin-melting strong acidity of "Zao Onsen" are full of charms that attract travelers again and again. It is an all-season resort where you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding in winter and trekking in summer. ⸻ 🗻Highlights and experiences When it comes to winter in Zao, it's the giant rime trees known as "snow monsters"! Zao Onsen is also famous as a skin-beautifying bath with a sulfur scent Take an aerial walk on the ropeway, and the view from the summit is spectacular In summer, trekking on Mount Zao and the emerald green "Okama" is a must-see! 🚉Access ・About 40 minutes by bus from Yamagata Station (to Zao Onsen) ・If you use a rental car, you can easily visit a wide area such as "Okama" 📅Recommended season ・January to February: Peak season for frost-covered trees (light-up also held) ・July to September: Summer highland resort perfect for mountain climbing and summer escape ♨️Travel tips ・Dress up warm! It's especially cold to view frost-covered trees, so gloves are a must ・The hot spring town also has a traditional public bath. It's also fun to interact with the locals ・The natural scenery seen from the "Zao Open-Air Bath" will be an unforgettable memory ⸻ #Yamagata Tourism #Yamagata Trip #Zao Onsen #Zao Frost-covered Trees #Frost-covered Trees Light-up #Okama #Breathtaking Trekking #Hot Spring Trip #Solo Trip #Couple Trip #Absolutely Free Trip #Domestic Trip ⸻
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