• Yamagata

These frost covered trees can only be found in specific regions and are unique in all of…

• Yamagata

Mogami River is famous throughout Japan for its appearance in the poem “Samida…

• Iwate

Mount Hachimantai is a mountainous plateau rising 1,613m above sea level stretching over…

• Niigata

Fukushimagata Wetlands is a vast nature reserve stretching over 193 hectares. It is home…

• Niigata

Located two kilometres from JR Niigata station, Toyonogata Lagoon is known for its sprin…

• Niigata

Mount Hakkai has been worshipped as a spiritual mountain since ancient times. It is the …

• Niigata

Located in Itoigawa, a region famous for its jade, Kotakigawa Jade Gorge is the leading …

• Iwate

Jodogahama Beach in the Sanriku Geopark is located within the Sanriku Fukko National Par…

• Yamagata

Facing the Japan Sea, the unique topography of Mount Chokai rises dramatically from sea …

• Aomori

The mystical Lake Towada offers beautiful panoramic views reflecting the surrounding sce…

• Aomori

Hotokegaura is a unique 2km stretch of rock formations along the western coast of the Sh…

• Akita

Mount Kanpuzan Rotating Observatory is located 355 metres above sea level at the top of …

• Fukushima

Experience nature’s incredible artwork created over the course of 80 million years!The 6…

• Akita

Nekobari Rock is a large uniquely-shaped rock sitting in the upper stream of Babame Rive…

• Miyagi

Spanning 120m over the Yokokawa Gorge, the Yamabiko Suspension Bridge in Yokokawa Keikok…

• Yamagata

Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan and Mount Yudono, known as the Three Mountains of Dewa, have …

• Aomori

Oirase Mountain Stream is one of the most popular attractions in Tohoku and has been awa…

• Miyagi

Located on the border of Miyagi and Yamagata prefectures, the Zao Mountain Range has bee…

• Yamagata

Legend has it that the renowned priest Kobo Daishi discovered and named Tamasudare (bead…

• Yamagata

Mount Haguro, Mount Gassan and Mount Yudono, known as the Three Mountains of Dewa, have …

• Iwate

Genbikei Gorge is a beautiful 2km stretch of gorge along the Iwai River flowing from Mou…

• Niigata

Takada Park is home to castle ruins and is famous for its gorgeous cherry blossoms. In s…

• Niigata

Sasagawa Nagare is an 11-kilometre stretch of coastline near the city of Murakami, with …

• Iwate

With a history stretching back over 120 years, Koiwai Farm is an important local landmar…

• Aomori

Located at the south-eastern corner of Aomori prefecture, the Kominato Coast is a popula…

• Yamagata

Shonai Sand Dunes are Japan’s longest dunes stretching 35 kilometres along the Sea of Ja…

• Miyagi

Along with Amanohashidate in Kyoto and Miyajima in Hiroshima, Matsushima Bay is known as…

• Niigata

Shibata Castle Ruins Park is located on the site of the historic Shibata Castle. It has …

• Niigata

Located in Tokamachi city, Niigata, the Hoshitoge Rice Terraces are famous for their sce…

• Iwate

A 15-minute walk from Morioka station takes you to Morioka Castle, officially recognised…

• Aomori

Famous for its brilliant cobalt blue water, Ao-Ike Pond is located in Shirakami Sanchi, …

• Niigata

Onogame is a giant, turtle-shaped monolith standing 167 metres above ground level plungi…

• Miyagi

The Jigokudani Walking Trail is a hidden gem nestled in the Onikobe Onsen district. Whil…

• Iwate

Walking along Kakkonda Gorge and coming out of Takinoue Tunnel, the stunning Torigoe Fal…

• Akita

Nyudozaki is a scenic cape located at the northern tip of the Oga Peninsula offering a p…

• Fukushima

Located 314 metres above sea level, Mount Iimori overlooks the former castle town of Aiz…

• Fukushima

Among a cluster of lakes and ponds created by the eruption of Mount Bandai, Lake Hibara,…

• Niigata

Known as the lake of swans, Hyoko Lake has been designated a national natural treasure. …

• Niigata

Naena Waterfall has been selected one of Japan’s 100 greatest waterfalls. The force of t…

• Yamagata

Matsugasaki Park is located on the grounds of the former Yonezawa Castle. The water-fill…