As a destination of many alpinists and ski lovers, Gassan
Mountain is so rich in natural resources including alpine
flora. It is also known as one of few Summer sky resorts for
one can enjoy skiing here even in July.
Melt snow on the mountain is slowly infiltrated in Gassan
layers, and cold water spouts out from great number of spots
on the mountain hill surrounded by virgin beech forest. It
is said that the natural infiltration takes 3 to 4 hundred
years before water gushes out on the hill.
Downstream of these springs is great fishing area, attracting
fishing veterans and beginners.
Location: Nishikawa-cho, Nishi-murayama-gun, Yamagata Prefecture
Transportation: Drop at "Yamagata" station on JR
Ou Honsen Line, take bus for Gassan and drop at "Gassan
Soguchi", and 30 minutes walk
Contact: Nishikawa-cho Town Office Tourism Section 81-237-74-2111
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