Taruguchi-toge Observatory

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Taruguchi-toge Observatory is a very scenic superb observation spot spreading an overwhelming grand panorama where you can overlook the grand mountain range of the Iide mountains and Toshima island floating in the Japan Sea. The grand formative beauty of nature overlooking from the high ground strongly attracts the visiting traveler's heart, teaching the greatness of nature. Completely away from urban busyness, the time spent viewing superb views in this quiet place resets mind and body from the depths, beautifully realigning the soul. Touching the unpretentious beauty of Yamagata's nature and resetting mind and body wonderfully is a supreme healing experience. Don't you want to make your best memory in this place? Please enjoy a supreme experience.

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Yamagata Prefecture

Taruguchi-toge Observatory

Address
1522-999 Kodamagawa, Oguni Town, Nishiokitama District, Yamagata Prefecture
Website
https://yamagata-oguni-shiroimori.jp/tourism/taruguchi-pass/
Operator
Oguni Town Tourist Association

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