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10 Beautiful Places in Miyagi to See the Cherry Blossoms

Sendai And Matsushima Spring

Did you know that just over 1% of overseas travelers visiting Japan each year will make the trip up to explore Japan’s northeastern Tohoku Region? With Sendai as a regional hub for business, transportation, and culture, Miyagi Prefecture makes the perfect spring getaway from the crowds gathered in major cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka as the cherry blossoms appear. Come explore something special, come explore Miyagi! (Main image: PIXTA)

Explore Tohoku in Winter With 5 Budget-Friendly Travel Passes (Local Recommended!)

Aomori, Hirosaki And Hachinohe Winter

During winter, the snow-covered Tohoku region offers a range of activities like skiing, picturesque hot springs surrounded by snowy landscapes, and traditional snow festivals with historical charm. Tohoku is well connected with efficient Shinkansen connections between Tokyo and its prefectures, and convenient access from Narita and Haneda airports, making it an ideal destination for winter travel in Japan. However, as the region is fairly large, it is recommended to use a travel pass for longer trips. Our author, who proudly calls himself "The Writer Who Loves Tohoku the Most in Japan," has lived in Tohoku and will recommend travel passes that allow you to explore the region safely and affordably.

Choice Spots

  • Aomori, Hirosaki And Hachinohe
  • Fukushima, Koriyama And Iwaki
  • Morioka, Hiraizumi And Hachimantai
  • Niigata And Sado
  • Sendai And Matsushima
  • Surrounding Areas Of Akita
  • Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata
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