Yamagata Prefecture
山形県
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Shonai Plain and Yonezawa Beef: The Shonai Plain in Yamagata Prefecture has beautiful countryside, and Yonezawa Beef produced in Yonezawa City is especially famous as a premium Japanese beef. Visitors can enjoy delicious meat dishes.
Yamadera Temple and the Narrow Road to the Deep North: Yamadera Temple in Yamagata City is part of the three major narrow roads to the deepest parts of Japan and is home to a monument that Matsuo Basho visited. The scenery of the four seasons is rich in poetry.
Yamagata Zao and Ski Resort: Yamagata Zao has beautiful mountains and is a busy ski resort in winter. In summer, mountain climbing and hiking can be enjoyed.
Hot springs and cherry blossom viewing spots: Yamagata Prefecture has many hot spring resorts where visitors can enjoy hot spring cures and relax. In spring, there are also many cherry blossom viewing spots where visitors can enjoy beautiful cherry blossoms.
Cherry and fruit picking: Yamagata Prefecture is known for its cherries, which can be enjoyed in summer. Fruit picking, such as apples and grapes, is also popular.
Yunohama Onsen and Seafood: Located on the coast of Yamagata Prefecture, Yunohama Onsen offers delicious seafood and scenic views. Visitors can taste fresh seafood.
Shonai active long ride course
庄内アクティブロングライドコース
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Shonai active long ride course
(70km)
This course is popular with local road bike riders and experienced cyclists. The main attraction of this course is the gentle slope, which has an elevation gain of approximately 500m and a round trip of over 40km.
Since the course runs up from the Karikawa mountain stream, it is quite demanding and suitable for training. At the end of the climb, you will find Kitatsuki Sanso, surrounded by the beautiful nature at the foot of Mt. Gassan.
A course to enjoy the scenery and activities
景色とアクティビティ満喫コース
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A course to enjoy the scenery and activities
(64km)
This course starts in Sakata City and takes you around the Mogami River basin in the Shonai region.
The ups and downs are generally gentle, and you can ride while enjoying the refreshing atmosphere of the plains and mountain streams.
The devil gate of this course is located in the middle of the route, and consists of two major ups and downs with an elevation gain of 700 m.
The altitude is high, centering on Chokai no Mori, a leisure facility that includes a camping ground and ski resort, and is also a popular hill climbing spot for local riders.
“Kizuna” cycling route
「きずな」サイクリングルート
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“Kizuna” cycling route
(63km)
It is a wide-area long route that provides a great sense of accomplishment as it runs along National Route 347, a trade route that connects Miyagi and Yamagata. Take detours here and there to get a feel for the lives of the people, enjoy the food unique to Kami Town, and soothe your fatigue in the hot springs. This is a route where you can enjoy a slow journey.
Colorful Photogenic Pedal
フォトジェニックな酒田旅
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Colorful Photogenic Pedal
(40km)
A commemorative photo with Maiko, flashy Sakata Kasafuku, colorful gelato made with seasonal ingredients, a luxurious bowl of tuna at a specialty fish market, and a beautiful garden with the retro and modern feeling of the romantic Taisho era!
Mazawa Sagae Yamagata Cycling Route (Sakuranbo Cycling Road)
間沢寒河江山形自転車道線（さくらんぼサイクリングロード）
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Mazawa Sagae Yamagata Cycling Route (Sakuranbo Cycling Road)
(38km)
The General Prefectural Road Mazawa-Sagae-Yamagata Bicycle Route is a 38km bicycle route that runs from Nishikawa-cho, Nishimurayama-gun, Yamagata Prefecture to Yamagata City.
It is commonly known as the "Cherry Cycling Road''.
Tatekawa Tsuruoka Bicycle Route (Shonai Bicycle Route)
立川鶴岡自転車道線（庄内自転車道）
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Tatekawa Tsuruoka Bicycle Route (Shonai Bicycle Route)
(31km)
The General Prefectural Highway Tachikawa Tsuruoka Bicycle Route is a large-scale bicycle route of approximately 41km that runs from the former Tachikawa Town (now Shonai Town) in Yamagata Prefecture to Tsuruoka City.
It is commonly known as the "Shonai Bicycle Route."
Riding around Art Town (Sakata City)
アートの街を巡るサイクリングコース（酒田市）
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Riding around Art Town (Sakata City)
(24km)
This course highlights the local art scene of Sakata City and gives you a greater appreciation of the many talented artists that live here! The course takes you through the Sakata City Museum of Art, The Ken Domon Photography Museum and the Homma Museum of Art!
ABOUT YAMAGATA CYCLING Video
山形のサイクリング動画
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Majestic nature, delicious gourmet food, culture and history, experiences and activities unique to this area...Why not enjoy Yamagata even more through cycling, which is full of charms? At YAMAGATA CYCLING, we offer a variety of courses for those who want to casually cycle, those who like long-distance touring, and those who want to tour with a guide. Let's go on an extraordinary cycling trip in Yamagata while feeling the pleasant breeze!