Best Instagrammable Spots In Yamagata
Here're best Instagrammable Spots in Yamagata. We released a ranking of reviews about Instagrammable Spots posted by travel influencers who have actually been to Yamagata.
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The only aquarium in Yamagata prefecture. The appearance of various jellyfish floating is fantastic and soothing. In particular, the aquarium "Jellyfish Dream Theater" where about 10,000 moon jellyfish float is a masterpiece! It is a recommended sightseeing spot in Yamagata because it is full of attractions other than jellyfish such as sea lion shows and the admission fee is 1000 yen, which is a reasonable price. It is crowded on Saturdays and Sundays, so it is recommended to visit on weekdays or at the same time as the museum opens at 9 am.
Name
Kamo Aquarium
Address
657-1 Imaizumiokubo, Tsuruoka-shi, Yamagata, JapanGoogle Map
Tel
0235-33-3036
Hours
9:00-17:00
Fee
Adult 1000 yen、Child 500 yen
How to get there
10 min by car, from Uzenoyama Station

It used to be a flourishing place for mining silver, and recently it is a popular hot spring resort where you can enjoy the old townscape. I was impressed by the beautiful cityscape more than I expected. Even if you don't stay, the car park is located about 5 minutes walk from the old town.
Name
Ginzan Onsen
Address
Ginzanshinhata, Obanazawa-shi, YamagataGoogle Map
How to get there
60 min by car, from Higashine IC
Parking
Nearby toll parking area is available

You can enjoy the tranquil scenery in off-season all to yourself. Climbing up the steps, and you can have the whole view of Risshaku-ji Temple.
Name
Houjyu-san Risshaku-ji Temple
Address
4456-1 Yamadera Yamagata-shi Yamagata, Yamagata-shi, YamagataGoogle Map
Tel
023-695-2843
Hours
8:00-17:00
How to get there
By car, 15 min from Yamagata North IC, 30 min from Yamagata Station, 30 min from Yamagata Airport. 10 min walk from Yamadera Station.