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Shonai, town in Higashitagawa District, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

Description

Shonai is a town in Higashitagawa district in Yamagata prefecture. The town spreads across flat and gently rolling terrain, mixing residential neighborhoods with agricultural areas.

History

The town was formed through the consolidation of smaller communities and developed as a local administrative hub. Its role in the region is linked to agricultural and economic development in the broader Yamagata area.

Practical

Visitors will find a quiet, rural setting without major tourist infrastructure here. The best way to explore is on foot or by car, as distances can be considerable.

Inception
July 1, 2005
Shares border with
Tsuruoka, Sakata, Mikawa, Okura, Tozawa, Nishikawa
GPS coordinates
38.84989,139.90472
Latest update
December 14, 2025 17:01

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