Links
All sites are in English unless otherwise stated.

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Local information

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Association for International Relations in Yamagata: information about international exchange in Yamagata.

Mikawa cinema: times for the cinema at Mikawa Jusco. (In Japanese).

Outdoor Japan: good information on the range and location of outdoor activities available in Japan  It covers hiking, sports, onsen, events and accomodation.  The page on Yamagata prefecture is here.

Japan Information Network: an encyclopedia of information on Japan.

Weather forecasts: from the Japan Meteorological Association.

Train times: for all of Japan, though it sometimes doesn't come up with the best routes, it's the best on the web.  You can also call 0334-23-0111 for information in English.

There are more links to local Shonai websites here.