Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Yamagata travel guide

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You're Going to Love Yamagata

With a population of 254,538, Yamagata is the largest city in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Yamagata to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Yamagata

Yamagata in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 5306
1 night at 3-star hotel
Yamagata in June
Estimated hotel price
₹ 5306
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Yamagata in August, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 150 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Yamagata, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Yamagata

Plane

When flying to Yamagata, you’ll arrive at Yamagata Junmachi (GAJ), which is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Yamagata is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 179 miles from Yamagata. You’ll find branches of Times and IX Rental, among others, in Tokyo.

Plane

When flying to Yamagata, you’ll arrive at Yamagata Junmachi (GAJ), which is located 12 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Yamagata is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 179 miles from Yamagata. You’ll find branches of Times and IX Rental, among others, in Tokyo.

Airports near Yamagata

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Airlines serving Yamagata

Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,650 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,549 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (430 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,327 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,944 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (1,036 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,218 reviews)
EVA Air
Excellent (1,550 reviews)
Vietnam Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Asiana Airlines
Excellent (567 reviews)
STARLUX Airlines
Excellent (400 reviews)
Batik Air
Okay (88 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (675 reviews)
HK Express
Good (47 reviews)
Peach
Good (85 reviews)
Tigerair Taiwan
Good (18 reviews)
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Where to stay in Yamagata

Average rates range from around ₹ 9,793 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 13,096 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Guesthouse Mintaro Hut and Daiwa Roynet Hotel Yamagata Ekimae.

Where to stay in popular areas of Yamagata

Most booked hotels in Yamagata

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Hohoemino Kuyufu Tsuruya
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 22,490+
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Hotel Metropolitan Yamagata
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,738+
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Richmond Hotel Yamagata Ekimae
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,599+
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Oomiya Ryokan
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 12,242+
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Hotel Route-Inn Tendo
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,022+
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Comfort Hotel Tendo
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 4,270+
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Hiring a car in Yamagata

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Yamagata (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,230 and ₹ 1,640.

Expect to pay ₹ 102 per litre in Yamagata (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,230 and ₹ 1,640.

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