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Featured Day tours in Yamagata City

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Japan Sendai + Daikannon + Risshaku-ji Temple (Yamadera) + Spirited Away hot spring street 1-day tour/customize
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Japan Sendai + Daikannon + Risshaku-ji Temple (Yamadera) + Spirited Away hot spring street 1-day tour/customize

Duration: 7 hrs
English
FromSEK 5,327.00
1-day tour to Sendai castle ruins (Aoba castle ruins), Osaki Hachimangu shrine and the great Kannon statue by private charter in Japan
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1-day tour to Sendai castle ruins (Aoba castle ruins), Osaki Hachimangu shrine and the great Kannon statue by private charter in Japan

Duration: 6.5 hrs
English
FromSEK 5,579.00
[Guaranteed departure] Ginzan Onsen and Naruko Valley autumn foliage scenic tour - Tohoku autumn leaves day trip! [Departing from Sendai]
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[Guaranteed departure] Ginzan Onsen and Naruko Valley autumn foliage scenic tour - Tohoku autumn leaves day trip! [Departing from Sendai]

Duration: 7.8 hrs
English
Free cancellation
5% off
Limited-time sale
FromSEK 594.00SEK 626
1-day tour to Sendai, Akiu great falls, Raikyo gorge and Matsushima by private charter in Japan
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1-day tour to Sendai, Akiu great falls, Raikyo gorge and Matsushima by private charter in Japan

Duration: 7 hrs
English
FromSEK 5,428.00
1-day tour to Sendai, Zao Fox Village, Okama volcano and Spirited Away hot spring street by private charter in Japan
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1-day tour to Sendai, Zao Fox Village, Okama volcano and Spirited Away hot spring street by private charter in Japan

Duration: 8 hrs
English
FromSEK 5,640.00
Sendai local food tour! Stroll through the gourmet capital [departing from Sendai]
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Sendai local food tour! Stroll through the gourmet capital [departing from Sendai]

Duration: 4.4 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
FromSEK 989.00
Japan's tuna capital! Shiogama seafood bowl free pairing & Urakasumi sake tasting 1-day tour
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Japan's tuna capital! Shiogama seafood bowl free pairing & Urakasumi sake tasting 1-day tour

Duration: 4.5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
FromSEK 1,226.00
Depart from Sendai: Fukushima private charter customize 1-day tour [door-to-door pick-up by driver/admission ticket not included]
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Depart from Sendai: Fukushima private charter customize 1-day tour [door-to-door pick-up by driver/admission ticket not included]

Duration: 8.5 hrs
English
Free cancellation
Book now for tomorrow
FromSEK 698.00

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Private Tours in Yamagata City

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7D6N • Japan Tohoku Winter & Nature Escape: Oirase Stream - Lake Towada - Motsuji Temple - Ogama Crater - Zao Onsen - Zao Fox Village - Ginzan Onsen

Level 37D6N • Japan Tohoku Winter & Nature Escape: Oirase Stream - Lake Towada - Motsuji Temple - Ogama Crater - Zao Onsen - Zao Fox Village - Ginzan Onsen

EnglishGuaranteed departureCar type options availableOptional transferPrivate Tours
The preferred Northeast hot spring inn lets you enjoy Japanese-style hot springs without leaving home, helping to relieve travel fatigue. · All trips are chauffeured, with a well-planned route to ensure a smooth and worry-free journey. · Visit the Tibetan king tree Bing and Fox Village, wander through the valleys and lakes, and immerse yourself in the northern scenery.
From SEK 33,440
8D7N • Tohoku Winter Escapade: Nebuta Museum WA RASSE - Chūson-ji Temple - Ginzan Onsen Street

Level 38D7N • Tohoku Winter Escapade: Nebuta Museum WA RASSE - Chūson-ji Temple - Ginzan Onsen Street

EnglishGuaranteed departureFree cancellationArr. & dep. transfers incl.Choose your hotelCar type options availablePrivate Tours
An all-inclusive winter journey through Japan's Tohoku region featuring powder-snow skiing, UNESCO cultural sites, historic hot spring towns. · We provide high-quality hotels with comfortable bedding and prime locations throughout the trip. · Your private driver will be waiting for you in the lobby on time. We will provide you with a 10-hour or 300km car charter service, which will accompany you to start a wonderful day.
From SEK 18,848
7D6N • Japan Tohoku Winter & Nature Escape: Oirase Stream - Lake Towada - Motsuji Temple - Ogama Crater - Zao Onsen - Zao Fox Village - Ginzan Onsen

Level 37D6N • Japan Tohoku Winter & Nature Escape: Oirase Stream - Lake Towada - Motsuji Temple - Ogama Crater - Zao Onsen - Zao Fox Village - Ginzan Onsen

EnglishGuaranteed departureArr. & dep. transfers incl.Car type options availablePrivate Tours
The preferred Northeast hot spring inn lets you enjoy Japanese-style hot springs without leaving home, helping to relieve travel fatigue. · All trips are chauffeured, with a well-planned route to ensure a smooth and worry-free journey. · Visit the Tibetan king tree Bing and Fox Village, wander through the valleys and lakes, and immerse yourself in the northern scenery.
From SEK 29,036
7D6N • Tohoku & Kanto Hidden-Gem tour: Tokyo + Ibaraki + Tochigi + Aizu-Wakamatsu + Yamagata + Niigata + Gunma + Kusatsu Onsen

Level 37D6N • Tohoku & Kanto Hidden-Gem tour: Tokyo + Ibaraki + Tochigi + Aizu-Wakamatsu + Yamagata + Niigata + Gunma + Kusatsu Onsen

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This off-the-beaten-path route covers flower parks, gorge tunnels, ancient castle ruins, and renowned hot springs to reveal some of the lesser-seen beauty of the Kanto-Tohoku region. · Carefully selected local equivalent accommodations, including two-night stays at featured onsen hotels, offer a relaxing place to rest after long days of sightseeing. · Well-arranged multi-prefecture transfers plus Tokyo airport pick-up & drop-off free you from complicated long-distance transport planning.
From SEK 27,330
5D4N • Ultimate Tohoku Onsen Journey: Explore Sendai, Zao Wildlife, Yamagata Culture, Relaxing Hot Springs and Northern Japan Beauty

Level 45D4N • Ultimate Tohoku Onsen Journey: Explore Sendai, Zao Wildlife, Yamagata Culture, Relaxing Hot Springs and Northern Japan Beauty

EnglishGuaranteed departureCar type options availableChoose your hotelOptional transferPrivate Tours
Private Small Group Tours, Pure Travel Experience. True All-Inclusive, no shopping, no forced spending. Dedicated driver and 24/7 support for a carefree journey. · Enjoy quality accommodations with optional upgrades. Select from our curated list of highly-rated hotels throughout your journey. · We connect classic sights in Sendai and Yamagata for you, with fully customizable itineraries. If any site is unexpectedly closed, we will promptly provide a suitable alternative of equal standard.
From SEK 23,721
5D4N • Ultimate Tohoku Onsen Journey: Explore Sendai, Zao Wildlife, Yamagata Culture, Relaxing Hot Springs and Northern Japan Beauty

Level 45D4N • Ultimate Tohoku Onsen Journey: Explore Sendai, Zao Wildlife, Yamagata Culture, Relaxing Hot Springs and Northern Japan Beauty

EnglishGuaranteed departureArr. & dep. transfers incl.Choose your hotelCar type options availablePrivate Tours
Private Small Group Tours, Pure Travel Experience. True All-Inclusive, no shopping, no forced spending. Dedicated driver and support for a carefree journey. A trusted choice for returning customers. · Enjoy quality accommodations with optional upgrades. Select from our curated list of highly-rated hotels throughout your journey. Ensure restful sleep and wake up refreshed for a perfect travel · We connect classic sights in Sendai and Yamagata for you, with fully customizable itineraries. If any site is unexpectedly closed, we will promptly provide a suitable alternative of equal standard.
From SEK 17,738
8D7N • Hokkaido Scenic Discovery - Lake Toya + Noboribetsu + Furano + Biei + Sounkyo + Lake Akan + Sapporo

Level 38D7N • Hokkaido Scenic Discovery - Lake Toya + Noboribetsu + Furano + Biei + Sounkyo + Lake Akan + Sapporo

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This tour combines Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Onsen, Furano, Biei, Sounkyo Gorge and Lake Akan for a scenic journey through Hokkaido's diverse landscapes, hot springs and charming countryside. · You will stay at onsen accommodations and quality city hotels along the route for comfortable rest after long-distance transfers. · Travel comfortably between destinations in southern and central Hokkaido with a private charter vehicle, including pick-up and drop-off at New Chitose Airport.
From SEK 30,144
8D7N • Hokkaido Scenic Discovery - Lake Toya + Noboribetsu + Furano + Biei + Sounkyo + Lake Akan + Sapporo

Level 38D7N • Hokkaido Scenic Discovery - Lake Toya + Noboribetsu + Furano + Biei + Sounkyo + Lake Akan + Sapporo

EnglishGuaranteed departureArr. & dep. transfers incl.Choose your hotelCar type options availablePrivate Tours
This tour combines Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Onsen, Furano, Biei, Sounkyo Gorge and Lake Akan for a scenic journey through Hokkaido's diverse landscapes, hot springs and charming countryside. · You will stay at onsen accommodations and quality city hotels along the route for comfortable rest after long-distance transfers. · Travel comfortably between destinations in southern and central Hokkaido with a private charter vehicle, including pick-up and drop-off at New Chitose Airport.
From SEK 24,745

Group Tours in Yamagata City

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2D1N • 2-Day Tohoku Tour from Sendai: Ginzan Onsen – Zao Ropeway – Zao Fox Village – Mogami-gawa Sightseeing Cruise – Okama Crater – Akiu Falls (maple viewing) – Yamadera – Return to Sendai

Level 32D1N • 2-Day Tohoku Tour from Sendai: Ginzan Onsen – Zao Ropeway – Zao Fox Village – Mogami-gawa Sightseeing Cruise – Okama Crater – Akiu Falls (maple viewing) – Yamadera – Return to Sendai

Max. 9 peopleMandarinNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedFree cancellationDeposit acceptedMini Group
Enjoy a gorge cruise and the Zao Ropeway, then visit Zao Fox Village to watch foxes roam freely up close. Stroll through Ginzan Onsen's Taisho-romantic hot-spring streets lined with wooden ryokans, cruise on Mogami-gawa, and explore Yamadera—an ancient temple praised by Matsuo Bashō. · Akiu Otaki, the representative waterfall of Tohoku, offers magnificent scenery across four seasons. · Depart from Sendai with a private vehicle and dedicated guide to explore popular Tohoku attractions with ease.
From SEK 3,981
5D4N • Sendai + Yamagata City + Ginzan Onsen + Frost-covered Trees in Zaō Mountains + Lake Inawashiro + Ouchijuku + Aizuwakamatsu + Matsushima

Level 35D4N • Sendai + Yamagata City + Ginzan Onsen + Frost-covered Trees in Zaō Mountains + Lake Inawashiro + Ouchijuku + Aizuwakamatsu + Matsushima

Max. 9 peopleMandarinNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedFree cancellationArr. & dep. transfers incl.Mini Group
Breathtaking scenery in 1 trip: stroll through the Taisho-era charm of Ginzan Onsen, marvel at the Frost-covered Trees in Zaō Mountains, and visit snow-covered Edo-era Ouchi-juku and Matsushima Bay · Our professional team coordinates your itinerary and follows up on services, carefully planning routes and timing so you can enjoy a stress-free trip to Japan. · Operated by a licensed travel agency, with clear and transparent itinerary arrangements and standardized travel services for a more worry-free trip
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5D4N • Yamagata City + Ginzan Onsen + Frost-covered Trees in Zaō Mountains + Lake Inawashiro + Ouchijuku + Aizuwakamatsu + Zaō Fox Village

Level 35D4N • Yamagata City + Ginzan Onsen + Frost-covered Trees in Zaō Mountains + Lake Inawashiro + Ouchijuku + Aizuwakamatsu + Zaō Fox Village

Max. 9 peopleMandarinNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedFree cancellationArr. & dep. transfers incl.Mini Group
Dreamlike snowy scenery: Stroll through the Taisho-era charm of Ginzan Onsen, admire the spectacular frost-covered trees in the Zaō Mountains, and visit snow-covered Edo-era Ouchi-juku and Lake Inawashiro · Our professional team coordinates your itinerary and follows up on services, carefully planning routes and timing so you can enjoy a stress-free trip to Japan. · Operated by a licensed travel agency, with clear and transparent itinerary arrangements and standardized travel services for a more worry-free trip
Real-time pricing
2D1N • 2-Day Tohoku Tour Zao Snow Monsters and Ginzan Onsen

2D1N • 2-Day Tohoku Tour Zao Snow Monsters and Ginzan Onsen

EnglishNo mandatory shoppingGroup Tours
From SEK 2,903
2D1N • Yamagata City + Miyagi Prefecture + Ginzan Onsen + Frost-covered Trees in Zaō Mountains + Zaō Fox Village + Goshikinuma

Level 32D1N • Yamagata City + Miyagi Prefecture + Ginzan Onsen + Frost-covered Trees in Zaō Mountains + Zaō Fox Village + Goshikinuma

Max. 9 peopleMandarinNo mandatory shoppingTour guide includedFree cancellationChoose your hotelMini Group
Experience Taisho's snowy nights and Zao's rime ice, and check off 4 winter-only wonders in Japan's Tohoku region · Our professional team handles itinerary coordination and service follow-up, planning routes and schedules efficiently so you can enjoy a relaxing trip to Japan. · Operated by a reputable travel agency, with clear and transparent itinerary arrangements and standardized travel services for greater peace of mind
From SEK 4,103

Free things to do in Yamagata City

Zao Onsen

Zao Onsen

3.7
4.8/5
11 reviews
Yamagata City · 10.9 km from downtown
Yamagata Folk Museum Bunshokan

Yamagata Folk Museum Bunshokan

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Sensō-ji

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8.6
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Shibuya

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8.5
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2.3
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You can give Sendai local food tour! Stroll through the gourmet capital [departing from Sendai] and Japan's tuna capital! Shiogama seafood bowl free pairing & Urakasumi sake tasting 1-day tour a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Japan Sendai + Daikannon + Risshaku-ji Temple (Yamadera) + Spirited Away hot spring street 1-day tour/customize, 1-day tour to Sendai castle ruins (Aoba castle ruins), Osaki Hachimangu shrine and the great Kannon statue by private charter in Japan, and [Guaranteed departure] Ginzan Onsen and Naruko Valley autumn foliage scenic tour - Tohoku autumn leaves day trip! [Departing from Sendai]. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of October 20, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Yamagata City is around SEK 594 – SEK 5,640. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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