This roadside parking area is a very popular site for staying a night in a car. You will feel difficulty to find your parking space.

Great to make a stop on the road. You can enjoy a delicious and local flavor ice cream while bathing your foot. The shop Tento la France Factory offers amazing ice cream, with original tastes. I tried the cherry flavor and edamame flavor. They also have pear, rice, almond, chocolate... flavors. Great!!! English available. Near by there is a big shop where you can buy local products.

Good place for buying souvenirs and food presents as Gifts from touring and traveling

Nice place to grab some lunch and gelato ice cream. There's also a nice park and playground area. In the summer they have a little water play area. Good on a hot day for adults and kids to cool off

Rest​ area​ for​ coffe​e, super market​ and​ foot onsen

You can warm your feet for free.

Nice park with a food onsen. Has a good ice cream stand and places to buy omiyage

This temple is up a winding mountain road and is known as a temple for praying for 'making connections', especially relationships. I have to say it was nice but didn't really blow me away. There is a great view of the fields below, though, and you can walk through the forest above the temple to see the wild plants and mushrooms.

(Translated by Google) 2023.03.26 Tendo's 7th solo trip to Michinoku this year is becoming an annual event. Here is what I detoured before my destination. The temple that smokes in the rain is also quite elegant. The main hall was not allowed to take pictures, but you can feel its imposing presence. The road is winding, so be careful if you are not used to driving. (Original) 2023.03.26 今年7回目のみちのく一人旅は恒例になりつつある天童。 目的地を前に寄り道したのがこちら。 雨に煙るお寺もなかなかの風情。 本堂は撮影不可でしたが、堂々とした存在感が感じられる。 曲がりくねった道、運転に不慣れな方は十分お気をつけて。

(Translated by Google) Hanagasa Ondo “Happy Birthday~♪Wakamatsu-sama~♪” This is Wakamatsuji Temple, which is well known for. This was my first visit even though I live in the city. There is also a large stone monument with lyrics. It is said to bring good luck in matchmaking, so I asked for a good match for my daughter. There is also a Jizo deity for raising children, and it is said that if you touch the breast, your child will grow up well. There's an observation deck, there's a Mizuko nursery school, and I get the impression that there's everything there. (Original) 花笠音頭「めでためでたの〜〜♪若松さまよ〜♪」 でお馴染みの若松寺です。市内に住んでいながら初めて訪れました。 大きな歌詞の石碑もあります。 縁結びのご利益があるとのことなので娘の良縁をお願いしました。 子育て地蔵尊というのもあって乳房に触れれば子供がよく育つ、というのもあります。 見晴台もあり、水子供養もあり、なんでもあるなぁという印象です。

(Translated by Google) 2024/4/19 (Friday) I was invited by Sayuri Yoshinaga, a TV commercial for JR East, to come. The hazy cherry blossoms were in full bloom at the time, and it was very atmospheric, and I could see the cityscape in the distance. It's a great spot to layer and look beautiful! It was a weekday, so there weren't many people. On the walk to the observation deck, I could hear the warblers all to myself. (Original) 2024/4/19(金)JR東日本のTV CM吉永小百合さんに誘われて、来てみました。ちょうど、かすみざくらが満開で、とても情緒があって、遠くの街並みに 重ねて、綺麗に見えるとても良いスポットです！ 平日で、人はほとんどいなかったので 見晴らし台への散歩はウグイスの声を独り占めでした

(Translated by Google) It is a sacred place founded by Gyoki Bodhisattva in 708 during the Nara period. And Sayuri Yoshinaga came to visit us at the adult holiday club! (Original) 奈良時代の708年に行基菩薩が開山した霊場ですよ。そして、大人の休日クラブで吉永小百合さんが訪ねて来られましたね！

(Translated by Google) It wasn't that crowded, but the road to get there is narrow so you have to be careful. The chief priest was a woman and very easy to talk to. Thank you for the stamp. (Original) そんなに混んではいない所でしたが、何より向かう道が狭いので注意が必要です。ご住職さんは女性でとても話しやすい方でした。御朱印ありがとうございました。

(Translated by Google) It is read as Wakamatsu-dera, the temple of connection. You can walk around the premises in about 10 minutes. Mukasari Ema is a picture wedding ceremony for souls who were unable to get married in this world for some reason. It was a kind and relaxing temple. (Original) ご縁のお寺、若松寺、じゃくしょうじと読みます。 敷地内を10分程度で散策できます。 ムカサリ絵馬とは何らかの理由でこの世で結婚できずになくなってしまった魂を絵による結婚式をするもの。 なんだかほっこりする、優しいお寺さんでした。

(Translated by Google) Its common name is ``Wakamatsu Kannon,'' and its official name is ``Wakamatsu Temple.'' It is the first temple of the Mogami Thirty-Three Kannon Sacred Grounds, and according to the taxi driver, it used to be crowded with pilgrims, but now there are only a few people here, even on weekends. Although the Kannon-do Hall, which is designated as a national important cultural property, is truly impressive, it is not unique, and its lack of other attractions, coupled with poor access by public transportation, makes it difficult to recommend, even if it is not bad. This is an honest evaluation. Also, the hanging Buddha at Wakamatsu Kannon, which is another nationally important cultural property, is located to the right of the inner shrine of Kannon-do, and can be seen by looking through the latticework. (Original) 通称は「若松（わかまつ）観音」、正式な寺号は「若松（じゃくしょう）寺」となります。 最上三十三観音霊場の一番札所で、タクシーの運転手さん曰く、かつては大勢の巡礼者で賑わっていたとのことですが、いまは週末でもぱらばらと人がいる程度です。 国重文の観音堂はさすがの見ごたえながら、それとて唯一無二と言うほどではなく、他の見どころに乏しく、公共交通機関でのアクセスの悪さと相まって、悪くはなくてもおすすめしがたいというのが率直な評価です。 あと、若松観音にあるもうひとつの国重文である懸仏は観音堂内陣の右手にあって、格子から覗き込むと拝観できます。

The biggest Aeon Mall of Yamagata Prefecture and it's good place for shopping where you can choose what to eat and relax in different restaurants or in a wide food court at the second floor and it has also Cinemas at the second floor.

Really well situated and fitted out mall.

Good mall experience - very large with many outlets and overall better than the one Yamagata. Food court excellent. Good music instrument shop. There is also one of those quick haircut salons. Check the web for full list of shops.

Cozy and small AEON. If you are looking for various items to buy, other AEON is recommended. But since there is a free bus from Yamagata Station, it’s quite convenience.

Big mall with an arcade, food court, many restaurants, book store and a supermarket, and near to tendominami station. Very useful in a city where most restaurants outside close at 1800

A good mall in Yamagata, and quite new. It gets very busy at weekends, and it's not excellently laid out for crowd control. The Aeon style supermarket boasts a "free from" section, seldom found in Japan. Includes gluten free items. With some international brands, it's worth visiting this place if you're foreign and live local.

This place is amazing! They have so many fun stores, a cinema, and a supermarket. All the staff go above and beyond to help you. They also offer a free shuttle service from several bus stops which comes in handy.

Variety of shops and boutiques. A good amount of dining options as well as a movie theatre. Large mall with most everything you might be looking for.

Conveniently located just next to tendo minami Station. Good for shopping

Interesting place, beautiful building, but kind of small. Not much English available, sadly.

(Translated by Google) Ever since I saw the Mazda CX-8 commercial "When it's full," I've always been interested in the building reflected in the background. It was a fashionable museum that made use of Kengo Kuma's unique wood. (Original) マツダCX-8のCM｢満つるとき｣を見てから、バックに映る建物がずっと気になっておりました。 隈研吾氏の独特な木材を生かしたお洒落な美術館でした。

Designed by kengo Kuma and one of the best of his work. This museum is highly recommended.

Nice building from the outside but closed on mondays!!!

ukiyoe musium , Hiroshige Utagawa and other famous artists works in .

A very nice museum to visit.

(Translated by Google) They asked Kengo Kuma to build an amazing facility. Unlike Hokusai and Obuse, There was no special connection between Hiroshige and the city. I felt that there was nothing particularly noteworthy about the permanent exhibits. I would rate it 4 stars including the building. (Original) 隈研吾に頼んですごい施設作っちゃったんですね。 北斎と小布施とは違い、 広重と街に特別な縁があった訳ではないので 常設展示物は特筆するものはないと感じました。 建物込みで★4かな。

(Translated by Google) The museum was closed the other day due to exhibit changes, so I went back today. I came here two weeks ago, and the "Irie Asuka Exhibition" was so good that I ordered another one😆 When I heard that the exhibits were being replaced, I decided I had to check it out, so I went back and found out that only one of Mr. Irie's works had been replaced. Still, you can watch it over and over again, including the last one you saw. Please take this opportunity to visit. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~↑10/9 added This museum holds exhibitions of contemporary art and materials for a limited time, as well as ukiyo-e prints by artists such as Hiroshige. The ``Irie Asuka Exhibition'' was currently being held, so I decided to go right away because I couldn't pass up the chance to see the hand-drawn and large-scale works up close. The ``Irie Asuka Exhibition'' was simply wonderful. I was amazed at how much talent there is, and I was able to stand in front of the work until my feet hurt, and I lost track of time and admired it for a long time. Even if you don't usually have much interest in art appreciation, this is an artist you should definitely check out at least once ✨ The building itself was designed by Kengo Kuma, and we recommend taking a stroll around the building and taking in the backyard space and bamboo forest. I visit when there are exhibits that interest me, and I also have images from last year's fall foliage season, so I'll post them here. Don't miss it during the autumn foliage season, which is coming soon! There is also a cafe attached, so you can have some coffee time after your stroll. Souvenirs and catalogs are also sold at the shop. [Asuka Irie Exhibition] 2023.8.26 (Sat) ~ 11.12 (Sun) ◆Opening hours 9:30~17:00 (Admission until 16:30) ◆Admission fee (adult) ¥700 (high school/university student) ¥400 ✨ Insider information ✨ There are free viewing days♪ *Hiroshige Utagawa death anniversary September 6th (already ended) *Opening anniversary November 3rd Please come and visit (^-^)/ (Original) 先日展示物入れ替えで休館だった為、本日再訪しました。 二週前に来ましたけど「入江明日香展」良かったのでおかわりです😆 展示物入れ替えと聞いて、これは見ねばと再訪したところ、入江さんの作品は1点のみの入れ替えでした。 それでも、前回見た作品も含めて何度でも見ていられますね。この機会に皆さんも訪れてみて下さい。 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~↑10/9追記 広重などの浮世絵などと共に、期間限定で現代美術や資料展示など開催している美術館です。 現在「入江明日香展」開催中でしたので、肉筆や大作を間近で見られるチャンスを逃がしてはならないと早速行ってきました。 「入江明日香展」は素晴らしいの一言でした。豊かな才能とはこれ程のものかと驚くばかりで、足が痛くなるまで作品の前に立ち、時間を忘れずっと鑑賞していられました。 普段美術鑑賞にあまり興味が持てない方にも、是非一度見ていただきたいアーティストさんです✨ 建物自体も「隈研吾」さん設計デザインのもので、裏庭の空間や竹林と合わせ、建物周辺を散策して歩くのもおすすめです。 気になる展示がある時に訪れていますが、去年の紅葉時期の画像も残っていたので掲載しておきます。もうすぐ訪れる紅葉の時期にも是非♪ カフェも併設されていますので、散策の後のカフェタイムも。 売店にはおみやげや図録も販売されています。 【入江明日香展】 2023.8.26(土)~11.12(日) ◆開館時間9:30~17:00(入館は16:30まで) ◆入館料(大人)¥700(高/大学生)¥400 ✨耳寄り情報✨ 無料観覧日あります♪ ※歌川広重命日9月6日(既に終了) ※開館記念日11月3日 是非訪れてみて下さい(^-^)/

Good view,and fine for mountain climbing

(Translated by Google) Atago Shrine (Mt. Atago) 555 meters. You have to climb for 30 to 40 minutes. You can see a panoramic view of Yonezawa city from this location. The night view also looks good. It is said that in 1771, Lord Uesugi Takayama prayed for rain after a prolonged drought. (Original) 愛宕神社(愛宕山)555メートル。30分から40分の登山で行かなければなりません。この場所からは米沢市街地が一望できます。夜景もいいみたいです。1771年に上杉鷹山公が、日照りが長く続いたことで雨乞いをした場所だそうです。

(Translated by Google) In 1771, Lord Takayama Uesugi visited Mt. Atago (555m) during a period of drought. Go up to Atagoyama Shrine and have a rain-making ceremony This is where it was done. You can see a panoramic view of Yonezawa city from here. 😄There is also a hiking course around here. In the car 🚗 directly due to bad roads It is safer not to go up. It is better to park at a park along the way. It will take about 40 minutes on foot. 😣 (Original) 明和八年(1771) 上杉鷹山公が 日照り続きの この年 愛宕山(555m)の 愛宕山神社に上り 雨乞いの儀式を おこなった所です。 ここからは米沢市街が一望できます。😄また ここ周辺はハイキング コースになっています。 車🚗では直接、悪路のために 上らない方が無難です。途中の公園に駐車した方がいいです。 徒歩、４０分位になります。😣

(Translated by Google) 10th.Jan.2020.This year, there is extremely little snow not only in Yonezawa city but also in the surrounding countryside, so I decided to walk up to Atago Shrine from my home. It was the first and last time I was able to climb the mountain in light clothing at this time of year, so it was a light exercise while enjoying the scenery. (Original) 10th.Jan.2020.今年は米沢市内どころか周辺の里山も極端に雪が少ないので自宅から愛宕神社まで徒歩で登ってみました。この時期に軽装で登れるのは最初で最後かもと景色を楽しみながらの軽い運動でした。

(Translated by Google) I came here for the first time while walking my dog ​​while traveling. Shrines and temples will be a bit boring if you bring your dog with you. I enjoyed the view a bit and left early. I was surprised to see so many people, even though it was in the middle of a mountain like this. Everyone disappeared into the bushes ahead. There was someone with a cane, so I guess they were climbing. (Original) 旅行途中での犬の散歩で初めて来ました。神社やお寺はワンコ連れてると萎縮してしまいます。景色を少し楽しんで、早々に立ち去りました。 それにしても、こんな山の中なのに、人が多くてびっくりしました。皆さんこの先の藪の中に消えて行きました。杖を持っていらっしゃる方がおられましたので、登山かな？

(Translated by Google) I went there after going to Onariyama Park. There was a gate so I couldn't go halfway. It seems that the last part can only be climbed on foot. As a Monogusa tourist, I gave up. I struggled desperately to get up on the rough dirt road, but I'm disappointed. If I had my own car, I wouldn't have come. There are several places to rub your belly. (Original) 御成山公園に行った後に行ってみたんですが。 ゲートがあって途中から行けなくってました。 最後は徒歩でしか登れないようです。モノグサ観光客の私は断念しました。 ダートの悪路を必死こいて上がって来たんですが残念です。 マイカーだったら来なかったです。 腹をこする箇所が何ヵ所かあります。

(Translated by Google) I decided to visit today on a sunny day. I thought it was going to be an easy hike, but the climb was tough on my lack of exercise. Still, it was fun to be able to see the panoramic view of Yonezawa City and feel the height increase as we climbed. I met two groups of local mushroom hunters, and both of them spoke to me in a friendly manner that put me at ease. However, because I was underestimating the heavy snowfall area, I did not consider that snow fences were already in place at this time of year. I would like to visit again around early summer next year. (Original) 小春日和の今日ならと思い立って訪れてみました。気軽なハイキングと思っていましたが、登りは運動不足の身体にはキツかったです。それでも米沢市が一望できる景色が、登るにつれ高さが増しているのを実感出来るのは楽しかったです。きのこ狩りの地元の皆さん二組とお会いしましたが、どちらの方々も気さくに話しかけて下さり心も穏やかになりました。ただ、豪雪地帯を甘くみていた為、この時期には既に雪囲いがしっかりなされている事を考えていませんでした。来年の初夏辺りにまた訪れてみたいです。