Yamagata, Yamagata

Yamagata (山形市) is a city in the Tōhoku region of Japan. It is on the island of Honshu. It is the capital city of Yamagata Prefecture.

It has been recognized as a special city since 2001.

The sightseeing spot of Yamagata are the peaks of the Zaou, Rissyaku Temple and Yamagata castle. This place is site of Hanagaza festival. This festival is held in August.

Yamagata is hot in summer and cold in winter.

Other websites

 * Yamagata City website