An icy winter has transformed the tall trees of the Zao mountain range into wonderous snow sculptures, known as “juhyo,” or “snow monsters ... and works in Japan, learned about Zao ...

The Tohoku region has become an increasingly popular destination among tourists from countries and regions that observed the ...

At Zao Onsen ... formed when snow and ice repeatedly stick to Maries' fir trees on Mount Jizo, which is 1,736 meters high. Standing over 4 meters tall, they are called "ice monsters." ...

Today, Zao Onsen is home to around 80 ryokan and hotels, many of which offer a classic onsen experience, with meals served in-room and private indoor or outdoor baths.

At Zao Onsen Ski Resort in the city of Yamagata, ice trees conveying a feeling of winter are their best. Ice trees are formed when snow and ice repeat･･･ ...