Cities Near Yamagata
Cities near Yamagata, Japan: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Tendō, Yonezawa, Sendai. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Yamagata, Japan is Tendō, about 8 mi (13 km) away — roughly 28 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tendō | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Yonezawa | 26 mi / 42 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sendai | 27 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Fukushima | 34 mi / 54 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shiogama | 37 mi / 59 km | 1 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Furukawa | 40 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tsuruoka | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ishinomaki | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sakata | 55 mi / 88 km | 1 hr 38 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kōriyama | 58 mi / 93 km | 1 hr 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Yamagata
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Tendō, Yonezawa, Sendai, Fukushima, Shiogama. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Yamagata include Tendō, Yonezawa, Sendai, Fukushima, Shiogama. The closest is Tendō, about 8 miles (13 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.