• Yamagata

Due to the special weather conditions of the region, the ice trees in Zao grow large whe…

• Multiple Areas

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

• Miyagi

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

• Akita

Lake Tazawa (Tazawako) is a stunning lake in Akita and has been selected as one of the 1…

• Miyagi

Along the Shiroishi River, which flows through Ogawara Town, is the Hitome Senbonzakura,…

• Yamagata

While other ski resorts are closing, Gassan Ski Resort opens in April. The slopes are lo…

• Iwate

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

• Niigata

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

• Fukushima

A part of the site of the former Japan National Railways (JNR) Nichu Line, which was clo…

• Iwate

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

• Miyagi

Designated as a place of scenic beauty, this waterfall has a width of 6 meters and a dro…

• Multiple Areas

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

• Aomori

Hirosaki Castle was constructed back in 1611. The castle and the surrounding park opened…

• Aomori

Hirosaki Park is home to about 2,600 cherry trees of 52 different types, which are in fu…

• Multiple Areas

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

• Fukushima

Goshikinuma, literally meaning “Five Coloured Ponds”, is a group of volcanic…

• Aomori

Hirosaki Apple Park covers an area of approximately 9.7 hectares, with 2,300 apple trees…

• Yamagata

Yamagata Castle was constructed in 1592 by Yoshiaki Mogami, one of Tohoku’s promin…

• Iwate

Geibikei Gorge is an officially recognised national natural monument and is listed as on…

• Aomori

The 2.5km Hakkoda Ropeway offers superb views of the natural scenery of the Hakkoda Moun…

• Miyagi

Zao, Miyagi Prefecture is a place rich in nature that endures harsh winters. The Zao Ech…

• Aomori

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

• Akita

The Hachimantai Dragon Eye is a mysterious sight caused by a natural phenomenon of Kagam…

• Akita

Senshu Park is the site of the 200,000 stone castle of Satake of the Akita Domain and is…

• Miyagi

The large rocks and oddly shaped rocks eroded by the Natori River make for a beautiful g…

• Fukushima

Miharu Takizakura is a red weeping cherry tree designated as a natural monument of Japan…

• Miyagi

Naruko Gorge was created by the erosion of the Oya River. The gorge located in the Kurik…

• Iwate

Appi Kogen is a 2,000-hectare stretch of highlands 800m to 900m above sea level. The hig…

• Multiple Areas

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

• Yamagata

Zao Onsen was first discovered 1,900 years ago by Kibi Tagayu, who served in the army du…

• Miyagi

The Utatsu district of Minamisanriku is where the fossil of one of the world's oldes…

• Iwate

Kitayamazaki Cliffs is located in the northern part of Sanriku Fukko National Park, and …

• Multiple Areas

Choshi Otaki Falls is the leading waterfall on the main course of the Oirase Stream that…

• Niigata

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

• Iwate

Koiwai Farm, one of the largest private integrated farms in Japan with a history of over…

• Fukushima

The JR Tadami Line is a local line that connects Aizuwakamatsu in Fukushima Prefecture t…

• Akita

Dakigaeri Valley, with its beautiful and mysterious azure mountain streams, is also know…

• Aomori

Located in the northernmost part of the Tanesashi Coast, Kabushima Island is a designate…

• Niigata

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

• Iwate

Kitakami Tenshochi Park is located on the banks of the Kitakami River.It is known as one…