Yamagata, Japan · Asia
Ōishida is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Funagata, 52km from Zao Echo Line.
Ōishida is a town located in Yamagata, Japan. With a population of 6,945, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Ōishida 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 Ōishida to your route.
Ōishida (大石田町, Ōishida-machi) is a town located in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 January 2020, the town had an estimated population of 6,945 in 2348 households, and a population density of 87 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 79.54 square kilometres (31 sq mi).
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Ōishida is located in Yamagata, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 38.5970 latitude, 140.3740 longitude.
Ōishida has a population of approximately 6,945 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.
14 km · about 25 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.
52 km · about 60 min drive
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