Hidden $1 Hot Spring ♨️ Best Winter Trip from Tokyo | Yamagata Vlog
“Kon-nichiwa”🇯🇵! I’m Rimi.(๑’ᵕ’๑)
Today, we’re exploring Yamagata…
Experience the silent, silver world of Yamagata—just 2.5 hours from the heart of Tokyo.
In this journey, I took the Yamagata Shinkansen to explore the “Snow Monsters” (Juhyo) of Zao and the healing waters of Kaminoyama Onsen.
Join me as I wander through historic Samurai residences, taste the best of local organic cuisine, and explore the ruins of Yamagata Castle. From the nostalgic experience of roasting rice crackers at Tsukioka Hotel to the breathtaking scale of nature at Zao, this is a deep dive into the heart of Northern Japan.
I hope you enjoy this relaxing journey!
0:00 Opening
1:54 Impressive Speed: Shinkansen Pass
3:15 Kaminoyama Onsen Walk
4:09 Lunch at Umayado (Organic food)
5:17 Samurai Residences & Kaminoyama Castle
6:27 Exploring Yamagata City by Bicycle
9:20 Yamagata Local Train View
10:12 Kaminoyama Onsen『Tsukioka Hotel』
11:40 Nostalgic Experience of Roasting rice crackers
13:38 Dinner: Yamagata Beef at Shofuku
15:05 Breakfast & Local Experiences
16:11 Snow Monsters & Zao Onsen Ski Resort
🚃 Travel Info
Yamagata Shinkansen “Tsubasa”:
From Tokyo Station to Kaminoyama Onsen Station (approx. 2.5 hours).
🌎 Google Maps
Kaminoyama Onsen: A historic post town preserved with traditional Samurai residences.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rdYGqW11CJxkpjCm6
Umayado (Umayado): A cozy spot for a delicious organic lunch.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/7tNX2gGv1FCyTqGt6
Bunshokan: A beautiful Western-style building (Filming location for the movie Rurouni Kenshin).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/T4ce3BZpR17VGivw9
Yamagata Castle (Kajo Park): A historic castle site and a top cherry blossom spot.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ekx4HGpZsJrcJSvx5
Tsukioka Hotel: My stay at a long-established Japanese inn with a beautiful garden.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/rN9C3Bci5TLyhKai7
Shofuku (Yakiniku/Japanese BBQ): Best place to enjoy authentic Yamagata Wagyu Beef.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZghHjPGi4hjy2tVp7
Zao Onsen Ski Resort: Famous for the breathtaking “Snow Monsters” (Juhyo).
https://maps.app.goo.gl/d4X2AposwpppKQdn9
🎵 Music
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