Stays near Yonezawa

Low-key turns, high-key comfort food

Yonezawa's vibe: locals, calm, no-fuss - based in Yamagata with 3 lifts.

For the easiest mornings, stay close to the main base lift; for better value, zoom out and compare nearby areas on the map.

Extra tip: more listings sometimes show up using the Japanese name: 米沢.

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