Japan’s Tohoku region, located in the northern part of Honshu Island, offers a fascinating mix of natural wonders, historical sites, and vibrant festivals.
Visitors can explore the mystical landscapes of Lake Towada, discover the samurai heritage of Kakunodate, or witness the mesmerizing spectacle of the Nebuta Festival in Aomori.
With its scenic mountains, picturesque hot spring towns like Ginzan Onsen, and delicious regional cuisine, Tohoku invites travelers to experience a less-explored side of Japan, rich in cultural traditions and captivating scenery.
Known for its annual illuminated float festival.
Home to one of the few flatland castles in Japan.
Best known for its lake and autumn foliage.
Home to the largest virgin beech forest in East Asia.
Axe-shaped peninsula with a mountain of spiritual significance.
Known for its well preserved samurai district.
Relax in local hot springs after exploring this mountainous region.
Hot spring resort with a cluster of seven traditional ryokan inns.
Historic city known for its annual snow hut festival.
Annual festival which transforms the city of Yokote.
Prefectural capital, home of the annual Kanto festival.
Historical former prefectural capital.
Coastline hit by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake/tsunami.
Scenic highland plateau known as a winter sports paradise.
Town with well preserved historic areas and buildings.
One of the areas most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing.
Prefectural capital, best known for wanko soba, a cold noodle dish.
Ascend the 1,000 stone steps to a mountainside temple.
Nostalgic, old-fashioned hot spring resort town.
Ski resort known for a unique natural phenomenon.
Embark on a pilgrimage to shrines across three sacred mountains.
Port city with a history as a cultural and economic center.
Bay with picturesque islands – one of Japan’s “Three Views”.
A popular autumn foliage destination.
Prefectural capital, the largest city in the Tohoku Region.
A major transport hub, a great base for exploring the wider region.
Explore the Ozegahara Marshland, which transforms throughout the seasons.
Former post town with picturesque thatched-roof farmhouses.
Lush highland area surrounding a well known dormant volcano.
A center of samurai heritage with a castle designated a National Historic Site.
Most commonly associated with the 2011 earthquake and nuclear disaster.
The capital of Fukushima Prefecture.
