List of Cultural Properties of Japan – paintings (Yamagata)

This is a list of officially designated Important Cultural Properties of Japan that are paintings located in Yamagata Prefecture. This designation is made by the Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs, according to the Law for the Protection of Cultural Properties. The list includes paintings that are considered to be of significant historical or artistic value and are important components of Japan's cultural heritage. The paintings included can range in style, subject matter, and historical period, encompassing Buddhist art, portraits, landscapes, and other genres representative of Japanese painting traditions. The list provides the name of the painting, its location (typically a temple, shrine, museum or private collection within Yamagata Prefecture), and any relevant notes regarding its origin, artist (if known), or other significant details. The designation as an Important Cultural Property signifies the government's recognition of its cultural significance and provides it with legal protection. Further details on each painting, including images, can typically be found on the Agency for Cultural Affairs' website or in specialized art historical publications.