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Tsuruoka / Discover Japan's hidden gem

MeowScore 😻98/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

🎊
january

Witness Namahage Sedo Festival - a traditional New Year event.🧧🎉

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february

Explore the Mogami River with a stunning view of cherry blossoms.🌸🐾

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march

Visit Shonai Eigamura to experience the Edo period-reenacted life.🎭🏯

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april

Enjoy Sakata Festival, the most magnificent festival in Shonai.🎉🎏

🌳
may

Take a walk along the Ushu Kaido Road and embrace the lush greenery.🌳🚶‍🐾

🧘‍♀️
june

Hike up Mount Haguro and get blessed by the mountain's gods.🏔️🙌

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july

Experience lively Yura Port festival with gorgeous fireworks display.🎆🎇

🍒
august

Taste the freshest and delicious cherries in Sagae City.🍒🍴

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september

Get refreshed in the beautiful green slopes of Mt. Gassan. 🏞️

🪁
october

Watch the majestic kite-flying competition in Sakata Kite Museum. 🪁🐉

🌊
november

Soak in Kamo Aquarium's mesmerizing display of jellyfish. 🐠🐾

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december

Get elevated by the breathtaking snow sculptures in Tsuruoka Snow Festival.☃️❄️

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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From a visiting cat's perspective, Tsuruoka is not super cheap nor extremely expensive. Prices are generally reasonable, but can be higher in tourist areas.

Try visiting local markets and shops for more affordable options.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

sightseeing

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

sightseeing

Small city, limited attractions.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is the preferred payment method. Splitting the bill is common. It is not customary to tip in restaurants or anywhere else.

internet situation

great Speed

Decent speed, but can be inconsistent

great Availability

Widespread availability including rural areas

excellent Cellular

Strong coverage from major carriers

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

JPY

1 JPY =
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biking possible

Bike lanes exist

walkable -ish

Well-developed infrastructure.

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Cat wandered Tsuruoka's streets, found fish everywhere and pawfect sakura spots. What a purrfect surprise!

Cat tried tsuruoka-no-mochi, fell in love. Meowvellous hospitality and catstantly wagging tails. Highly recommend!

Things to do

The mainstream

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Tsuruoka Hachimangu
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Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium
♨️
Atsumi Onsen
🌸
Tsuruoka Park
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Dewa Sanzan

The mainstream

⛩️
Tsuruoka Hachimangu

Shinto shrine with a large torii gate, ornate buildings, and a festive atmosphere during festivals. A cat's spiritual adventure.

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🐠
Tsuruoka City Kamo Aquarium

Aquarium with a large variety of marine life, including jellyfish and penguins. A cat's window into the underwater world.

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♨️
Atsumi Onsen

Hot springs resort with indoor and outdoor baths. A cat's paradise for relaxation and rejuvenation.

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🌸
Tsuruoka Park

Lush park with cherry blossoms in spring, playgrounds, and a tea house. A cat's oasis in the midst of the city.

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🏯
Dewa Sanzan

Three sacred mountains with shrines and temples dedicated to Shinto and Buddhism. A pilgrimage site for cats.

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Off the beaten path

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Sakata Samurai House Museum
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Shonai Shrine
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Somaro Teahouse
🏞️
Mt. Haguro
🐟
Kamo Aquarium

Off the beaten path

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Sakata Samurai House Museum

Cats will enjoy strolling about a traditional Japanese samurai house, and learning about the lifestyle of a former times. Need we say more?

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Shonai Shrine

In the midst of a forest lies a mystical shrine where cats can soak in the history and serenity of Tsuruoka. A great spot for mewsings and relaxation!

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🍵
Somaro Teahouse

A historic teahouse known for its delicious, soothing matcha and cat-themed architecture, this place is the pawfect retreat for any cat seeking respite from the rat race!

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🏞️
Mt. Haguro

This gentle climb up ancient stone steps will reward cats with a peaceful temple, nature's views and a sense of serenity for all nine of their lives!

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🐟
Kamo Aquarium

Featuring the Sea of Japan's unique sealife, Kamo Aquarium is a breathtaking hidden gem that even the most finicky cats will enjoy!

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biking possible

Bike lanes exist

walkable -ish

Well-developed infrastructure.

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Experience the Ancient Art of Safflower Dyeing

Learn about the traditional Safflower dyeing technique at Tokamachi Safflower Museum and try your hand at some dyeing yourself!

Explore the Cultural Treasures at the Dewa Sanzan Shrine

Visit the largest shrine complex in Yamagata Prefecture and learn about the intricate history of the Dewa Sanzan religion.

Take a Scenic Hike Through Mt. Haguro

Climb the famous and sacred Mt. Haguro and take in the breathtaking views from the summit. Don't forget to say hello to the ancient and mystical Five-Storied Pagoda on your way up!

Useful external sites

www.tsuruokacity.com

Visit Tsuruoka↗

Official tourism website for Tsuruoka City

tsuruokakanko.com/eng/index.html

Tsuruoka Tourism Association↗

Provides information on sightseeing spots, events, and accommodations in Tsuruoka

www.japan-guide.com/e/e7979.html

Japan Guide - Tsuruoka↗

Travel guide for Tsuruoka with recommendations on things to do, places to eat and accommodations

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