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View Gallery- Minamiitō-eki (railroad station), 200m
- Chōzen Ji (temple(s)), 6.5km
30 minutes by taxi from JR Yamagata Station or 40 minutes on bus from JR Yamagata Station bound for Zao Onsen. Gett off at Zao Onsen, last bus stop and 8 minutes walk.. 20 minutes from Yamagata Zao IC on Yamagata Expressway. 20 minutes from Yamagata Kaminoyama IC on Tohoku Chuo Expressway.
A region of diverse landscapes, Chubu stretches from the Sea of Japan to the Pacific Ocean. Visit the iconic Mount Fuji and its surrounding Five Lakes. Explore the preserved Edo-period town of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, known for its thatched-roof houses. The city of Kanazawa boasts a beautiful castle, gardens, and a thriving arts scene. For nature lovers, the Japanese Alps offer fantastic hiking, skiing, and hot springs.