Yamagata, Japan · Asia
Higashine is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Murayama, 35km from Zao Echo Line.
Higashine is a town located in Yamagata, Japan. With a population of 47,682, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Higashine sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Higashine to your route.
Higashine (東根市, Higashine-shi) is a city located in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2020, the city had an estimated population of 47,910 in 17868 households, and a population density of 230 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 207.17 square kilometres (80 sq mi).
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Higashine is located in Yamagata, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 38.4389 latitude, 140.4006 longitude.
Higashine has a population of approximately 47,682 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
Full driving guide for Japan2 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
A narrow gorge lined with three- and four-storey wooden ryokan from the Taisho era, facing each other across a river and lit by gas lamps after dark. Cars park outside the village and visitors walk the last stretch in.
18 km · about 20 min drive
mountain pass
Mountain road over the Zao range between Miyagi and Yamagata, climbing past the emerald Okama crater lake. Opens each spring through towering snow walls and blazes with colour in autumn.
35 km · about 40 min drive
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