mountain pass
Zao Echo Line
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.
49 km · about 55 min drive
Fukushima, Japan · Asia
Yachigoya sits on the route: 10 minutes from Sakamoto, 60km from Bandai-Azuma Skyline.
Yachigoya is a town located in Fukushima, Japan. With a population of 7,905, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Yachigoya 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 Yachigoya to your route.
Shinchi (新地町, Shinchi-machi) is a town located in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 February 2020, the town has an estimated population of 8,152, and a population density of 170 inhabitants per square kilometre (440/sq mi) in 2832 households. The total area is 46.70 square kilometres (18.03 sq mi).
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Yachigoya is located in Fukushima, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 37.8767 latitude, 140.9053 longitude.
Yachigoya has a population of approximately 7,905 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.
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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.
49 km · about 55 min drive
famous road
A 29 km volcanic sightseeing road in Fukushima cresting at 1,622 m beside the smoking crater of Mount Azuma-kofuji. Lunar landscapes, sulphur vents and huge Tohoku views from the Jododaira plateau.
60 km · about 70 min drive
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