Sakegawa

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Sakegawa is a village located in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. As of 29 February 2020, the village had an estimated population of 4132 in 1347 households, and a population density of 34 persons per km². The total area of the village is 122.15 square kilometres. ()

Local name: 鮭川村 Population: 3.9 thous.Area: 47.16 mi²Coordinates: 38°47'47"N, 140°13'19"E

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Sakegawa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Shinjō Tozawa clan cemetery, Mamurogawa, Shinjō Castle.

4.7 miE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Shinjō Tozawa clan cemetery, Shinjo
120 min walk • The Shinjō Domain Tozawa clan cemetery is located in the city of Shinjō, Yamagata, Japan The cemetery contains the graves of the successive daimyō of Shinjō Domain over a 180-year period. The cemetery was designated a National Historic Site in 1987.
4.6 miN
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Mamurogawa
118 min walk • One of the town's most iconic landmarks is the Mamurogawa Dam, a stunning feat of engineering that not only provides hydroelectric power to the region, but also creates a tranquil reservoir that is perfect for boating, fishing, and picnicking.
4.4 miSE
Historical place, Scenic walking areas, Forts and castles
Shinjō Castle, Shinjo
112 min walk • Shinjō Castle is a Japanese castle located in Shinjō, northern Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. Throughout most of the Edo period, Shinjō Castle was home to the Tozawa clan, daimyō of Shinjō Domain. The castle was also known as "Numata-jō" or "Unuma-jō".

Sakegawa

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Sakegawa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Shinjō Tozawa clan cemetery, Shinjo

Mamurogawa

Shinjō Castle, Shinjo