Obanazawa City is the easternmost region in Yamagata Prefecture. Surrounded by numerous mountain ranges and located in a basin, it is said to be hot in the summer. It is also famous for its heavy snowfall in the winter, with snowfall exceeding two meters not uncommon. Obanazawa City's attractions include Ginzan Onsen and the Hanagasa Dance. Ginzan Onsen flourished during the Edo period after silver was discovered there in the 16th century. Even today, it is a hot spring town lined with old inns, attracting many visitors. The Hanagasa Dance is a song sung during the construction of Lake Tokura's embankment, and has recently become known as a dance representative of Yamagata Prefecture. You can enjoy nature to the fullest.