This temple on the outskirts of Yamagata City is known for its central prayer hall, Konpon Chudo, which dates from 1356 and is designated as an important cultural property. Covering an entire ...

YAMAGATA—Cheers erupted just after 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 7 at the city government’s office, where Yamagata Mayor Takahiro Sato was hosting a gathering of ramen shop operators. They promptly ...

Akita, Yamagata and Niigata prefectures are known for their bitterly cold winter weather, with very heavy snowfall. In the ...

at Yamagata City General Sports Center on Sunday. The Wyverns drew contributions from Filipino import Roosevelt Adams, who made the most of his 17 minutes of action with seven points and three ...

There will be scattered light rain and snow showers. The low will be 31°. Moderate air quality (51-100) Primary pollutant O₃ 80 μg/m³ Amount of moisture present in the air relative to the ...

YAMAGATA--It’s no joke. An ordinance that encourages residents to break out in a happy laugh everyday passed the prefectural assembly here although some members were not amused, citing human ...