At Zao Onsen Ski Resort, you can be treated to the spectacular winter view of the Zao Snow Monsters. The snow monsters are formed when hard lime is formed on the trees as a result of freezing winds and snowfall. When the snow and ice form on the trees, they form an interesting shape like snow monsters! Visitors can ski through them as well!
Rail Train to Yamagata (2hr 45min)-->Bus to Zao Onsen BT (33min)
7 minutes from East Exit of the Yamagata station. 10 minutes walk to Honmachi and Nanokamachi.
It's the closest Hotel from Yamagata Station. Providing you a peaceful stay.