If you’re after day-trip inspiration, we know just the place. Situated 20 miles away, Shimogo is worth the drive. See the best sights starting with Ouchi-juku View Point, Yunokami Onsen and Ouchi-juku. Yonezawa is another terrific option. It’s 25 miles away and home to tons of fun things to do. Uesugi Jinja Shrine, Keji Maeda’s Tomb and Matsugasaki Park are only the start.