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Takahata Town, located in southeastern Yamagata Prefecture, is known as Mahoroba-no-Sato, a land filled with ancient burial mounds and Jomon-period ruins where eternal history and rich nature breathe together. Also beloved as the Hometown of Fairy Tales because it is the birthplace of children's author Hamada Hirosuke, visitors can experience the world of his heartwarming stories. Another major draw is the Takahata Winery, set in a region famous for high-quality grapes, where guests can enjoy premium wines acclaimed both in Japan and abroad. With numerous mystical power spots such as Uriwari Ishiniwa Park, featuring breathtakingly massive stone walls, and Kameoka Monju, known as a deity of wisdom, Takahata is an intellectual travel destination where you can deeply savor history, culture, and gourmet cuisine within a classic Japanese rural landscape.

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Takahata Town Tourism Association

Takahata Town

Address: 200-1 Yamazaki, Takahata Town, Higashiokitama District, Yamagata
Website: https://takahata.info/
Operator: Takahata Town Tourism Association

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