Cold air blowing from Siberia is trapped by the mountains running north to south through Tohoku. Water droplets in the air freeze onto the trees, creating towering monsters of snow and ice. While there are several places in the world to see this phenomenon, Zao is one of the largest.

Striking “snow monster” figures known as juhyo reside on the summit of Mt. Zao, as a result of a combination of Siberian winds and heavy snowfall.

2024年12月14日 · When you think of Zao, the first thing that comes to mind is its rime-covered trees known as Snow Monsters. The illuminated trees that stand out in the pitch black darkness are truly monstrous. Please come and see this fantastic work of art created by nature.

2020年3月24日 · On the Miyagi side of Mount Zao, seasoned local backcountry skiers and snowboarders carve past these snowy giants on their way down from Togatta Peak. For newcomers, M's Guide offers backcountry snow-monster viewing tours …

Snow Monster (Juhyo) The Juhyo of Zao, which boast as one of the world’s largest, are a mystic wonder of nature, with the Aomori white fir trees, a member of the conifer family growing in the subalpine zone, covered in blankets of snow and ice.

2024年2月20日 · With their snow-laden branches and frozen silhouettes, these mysterious lurking figures cast an otherworldly spell, drawing those brave enough to seek them out into a realm where nature's artistry knows no bounds. Embark on an enchanting journey to Zao, where nature unveils one of its most captivating spectacles – the Zao Snow Monsters.

2024年11月28日 · Zao, one of the few places in Japan where rare juhyo can be seen. Since the juhyo season is short, getting the right timing to see it may be difficult, but the scenery of Snow Monsters is indescribable. Because Yamagata Zao offers not only juhyo but also Zao Onsen and a ski resort, it requires at least two nights to fully enjoy.

They go by a number of names—“snow monsters,” “ice monsters,” “shrimp tails,” but the unusual natural phenomenon known as juhyo which occurs on top of Mount Zao every winter is a strange sight to behold.

2024年10月31日 · Experience Yamagata’s enchanting snow monsters at Zao Onsen! Just 4 hours from Tokyo, these stunning ice formations come alive in winter during the Zao Snow Monster Festival. We introduce the festival highlights, light …

2022年12月5日 · Yamagata's Zao mountains are famous for mystical frost-covered trees known as "snow monsters." Learn about when to visit Zao, how to get there from Tokyo, and must-visit spots where you can see this one-of-a-kind winter wonderland. The Zao area in Yamagata Prefecture is the largest snow resort in the Tohoku Region.