Yamagata

Bring your physical voucher to the service center inside the station to exchange it for a physical ticket; seat allocation is quick and easy.

January 11, 2026. My mom and I participated in this one-day tour. The itinerary was excellent, with both a Japanese-speaking and a Chinese-speaking tour leader. This was a local travel agency specializing in these types of tours, and it had several advantages: 1. Reduced the fatigue of driving and traveling independently. 2. No worries about transportation transfers in bad weather. 3. No need to queue for cable car tickets; the travel agency had already purchased them for us, guaranteeing a spot at the summit. 4. We could use the fast-track immigration process. Although there were long queues, it was much faster than usual. Ginzan Onsen was also very crowded, and the ground was incredibly slippery (remember to wear non-slip shoes!). My balance is terrible, so my mom had to support me. Our Chinese-speaking tour leader, Lulu, was very kind; she helped my mom to prevent her from falling and helped translate when we stopped for food. Although we couldn't communicate with the Japanese-speaking tour leader, she stayed by our side and even helped take photos. The driver worked very hard; driving in this weather requires excellent skills, and I felt very safe riding in his car. Thank you for taking care of me all day, you worked so hard! 🙏🏻 Although there was a blizzard at the summit, so we had to turn back after less than 500 meters 🤣, it gives me a reason to come back again. My mom said this was her favorite day of the trip. Although the weather wasn't good and we didn't see any tree ice, we did see snow. She said you can't see snow on good weather days, so she was very satisfied overall. Highly recommend it to everyone! ❤️❤️❤️

Our tour guide is Ashley from Hong Kong, she is super strong in three different languages explain the itinerary and attractions, and all attractions help take pictures, teach you where to eat and where to be careful where at what time what to eat will tell are well taken care of, and will share the history and moments of Japan, the happiest thing is to go to see the tree ice and Ginzan hot springs, so rock these days thick snow is really beautiful, and the Tibetan king cable car can walk the fast lane is really worth it, do not have to blow the wind and save a lot of time Once again thank you ASHELY for her attentive and considerate help (including helping to find tape and how to choose snow grabs and hiking waterproof shoes) I feel so lucky to be able to follow his group!

The tour guide was professional and friendly, and the itinerary was perfectly timed.

Although it was a shared tour without a guide, the driver was very friendly, the ride was smooth, and the time was well managed. The Fox Village and Zao Snow Tree cable car trip was interesting and the scenery was beautiful and spectacular; however, in winter, you need to wear enough warm clothing and hats to visit Zao Snow Tree.

Lunch was simple yet plentiful, and the arrangements were quick and efficient, requiring no waiting, especially considering there were over 30 people in our group. The restaurant was spacious, and our tour guide thoughtfully reminded us of important details! The tour bus was spacious, comfortable, and clean! I've participated in many KKday Japan one-day tours, and each one has never disappointed me! 👍👍👍

Matsushima is beautiful; if you go in the afternoon, you can see the sunset, making for a wonderful travel experience.