Yamagata Prefecture is located in northern Japan’s Tohoku region, where the autumn colors begin to appear around the end of October every year.
The natural beauty of the area, where the magnificent mountains are dyed red and yellow, is perfect for setting your heart and mind at ease.
This year, why not relax and stay at a ryokan inn where you can appreciate the spectacular autumn leaves from the privacy and comfort of your room or an open-air bath?
Mountainwatch | Drew Jolowizc
It’s no secret Japan’s become an increasingly popular destination for those seeking deep powder snow and cultural immersion. During the winter months both Honshu and Hokkaido are the recipients of large volumes of snow from the powder tap that is the Sea of Japan.
Spread across Honshu there’s literally hundreds of resorts to choose from, which can be overwhelming when deciding upon where to spend your hard earned. For those who like to explore off the beaten track, the Akita prefecture in Northern Honshu is emerging as a destination for those who seek culture, deep powder with minimal competition for fresh tracks (i.e., none).