8 Photos
View Gallery- Nomachi-eki (railroad station), 1.6km
- Kahoku Gata (lake), 9.7km
15 minutes by taxi from Yamagata Station, JR Ou Main Line <br> 10 minutes by taxi from Zao Station, JR Ou Main Line <br>. 10 minutes by car from Yamagata Zao IC, Yamagata Expressway <br> 5 minutes by car from Yamagata Kamiyama IC, Tohoku Chuo Expressway <br>
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.