※ Japan has 8 regions, grouped into 47 prefectures.
Yamagata
Yamagata Prefecture(山形県, Yamagata-ken)home to Mount Gassan the highest mountain in the ancient province of Dewa. Here the blowing of large conch shells called Horiguchi fill the crisp air as the Yamabushi workship the natural surroundings and walk the Rokujyurigoe Trail.