The Zaō Mountains (蔵王連峰, Zaō Renpō), commonly called Mount Zaō, are a complex cluster of stratovolcanoes on the border between Yamagata Prefecture and Miyagi Prefecture in Japan. The central volcano of the group includes several lava domes and a tuff cone, Goshiki-dake, which contains a crater lake named "Okama".

On the Yamagata side, the hot spring town of Zao Onsen offers some of the country's most acidic thermal waters. In summer, the mountain attracts nature lovers with its spectacular Okama Crater, while in winter, Zao Onsen turns into a leading ski resort and one of only few places in Japan to see "snow monsters" (frozen trees).

Mt. Zao: a popular destination year around for outdoor activities and ancient onsen baths. Rising over 1,800 meters above the border between the Yamagata and Miyagi prefecture, Mt. Zao is not only one of the region’s most revered and sacred power spots, but also a popular destination year around for outdoor activities and ancient onsen baths.

Straddling the borders of Yamagata and Miyagi Prefectures, Zao-san, or the Zao Renpo as they are known, is a group of volcanic peaks making up the Zao Quasi-National Park along the Ou Mountains in the northern Tohoku region.

2024年2月15日 · Experience the magic of Zao in the winter with our ultimate guide. From must-see attractions to hidden gems, we’ve got you covered for the perfect winter getaway. Mount Zao, also known as Zaosan (蔵王山), is a cluster of volcanic mountains in the northern Tohoku region, lying on the border of Yamagata and Miyagi prefectures.

Zaō Onsen (蔵王温泉) is a famous hot spring area on Mount Zaō in the northern part of Honshū, the main island of Japan. [2] Records of the onsen date back as far as 110 AD. [3] . A wounded warrior is said to have drawn an arrow out of his body and cleaned the wound at a spring only to find that the injury healed miraculously quickly and well. [4] .

2024年5月5日 · Mount Zao, straddling the border between Miyagi and Yamagata Prefectures, is a mountain range formed by volcanic activity, with its highest peak reaching 1,841 meters. Renowned for its rich natural environment, Mount Zao offers a treasure trove of leisure activities including hiking, skiing, and hot springs. The History of Mount Zao

2008年7月16日 · Mt. Zao is one of the most popular ski resorts in Japan, and home of the famous ‘snow monsters’. In summer, it’s an easy stroll via a picturesque volcanic lake, and the hot springs at the base of the mountain are an added bonus to help rejuvenate tired muscles.

2012年8月5日 · Zao-san is a volcano with a spectacular view at the summit; including a teal-hued crater lake, surrounding mountains and a simple but picturesque Shinto shrine.

Tour around the magnificent volcanic landform and crater lakes. Mt. Zao (Zao-san) is a volcanic group located on the prefectural border of Yamagata and Miyagi Prefectures in the Tohoku region, and is selected as one of Japan’s 100 most famous mountains.