Best Visiting around Tohoku Spot List

Regarded as one of the three best cherry blossom spots in the Michinoku region

A ski resort with ice-covered trees and hot springs

Special seasonal-themed event trains are popular

Enthrallingly steep cliffs nicknamed the ”Alps of the Sea”

An isolated inn with a mysterious atmosphere, located deep in the mountains

A National Natural Monument famous as the breeding grounds for the black-tailed seagull

A promenade of zelkova, now as the symbolic road of Sendai, the city of forests. It is also popular in winter when it is lit up.

【The entertainment resort that will fill you with new inspiration】 This season Naeba Ski Resort celebrates its 50th anniversary.

A deep, mystical gorge stretching over 2 km long. Take the famous ”Boat Ride down Geibi Gorge” for the chance to see countless strangely shaped boulders.

A shrine with 2,400 years of history and the largest shrine gate, symbolizing Yahiko.

A distillery of Japan's representative whisky brand. The red brick buildings and factory tour are popular.

A museum that illustrates the tradition, culture and origin of ”The Namahage of Oga,” passed down for generations on the Oga Peninsula.

One of the largest all-round private farms in Japan, spreading out at the foot of Mt. Iwate. It offers wonderful natural landscapes, tours of historical buildings, and special farm foods.

The view is spectacular during spring and autumn

An onsen town lined with Western-style multi-story wooden buildings from the Taisho Period. Exuding a nostalgic atmosphere, the town is often used as a location for movies and TV dramas.

A Zen temple associated with warlord Date Masamune. Visit the main hall, which is a designated national treasure, and the architectural masterpiece that is the Kuri (kitchen building).

the Miracle Pine Tree survived the Great East Japan Earthquake. It has become a symbol of the town's recovery in the new memorial park.

A famous beautiful spot with as many as 260 small islands, known as one of the three greatest views of Japan, equal to Aki no Miyajima and Amanohashidate.

Featuring the Tenshukaku-style observatory with its panoramic view of Yokote. During winter, a number of snow igloos, which are a winter characteristic of Japan, will be built in the park.

The award-winning Iwate craft beer. Take a factory tour by the founder and taste some fresh beer, too.