Best Nature around Tohoku Spot List

A 27-km road that stretches from the foot to the summit of Mt. Hachiman. It is famous for the snow-walled corridor that appears in spring.

A vast park crafted on the site of Takada Castle. Known as a great viewing spot for cherry blossoms, the park is embellished with about 4,000 cherry trees in April.

A beautiful lake and the deepest in Japan, with unrivalled clarity. There is a statue of the legendary maiden Tatsuko standing in the lake.

The remains of the castle of the Satake Clan, evocative of the Edo Period (1603–1868) when feudal lords ruled the land. There is also a spot where you can play with an Akita dog.

Appreciate this beautiful valley, designated as a place of special scenic beauty and a natural monument. Immerse yourself in a shower of negative ions emanating from the forest.

One of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. The Tenshu, which is of Edo-style architecture and the only existing Tenshu in Tohoku, is worth a look.

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

The panoramic view from 1,626 meters up is simply breathtaking

A park once popular with writers

You can see Japanese crested ibis up close

Welcome to the world of transparent blue

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

Enjoy the lush greenery, autumn leaves and skiing

Tour around the beautiful marshlands

Cat Island

Stroll around the beautiful, mystical lakes and ponds

An aquarium characterized by its tanks reproducing the natural environment

A large park with flowers, nature and places to play

This steep-sided gorge offers magnificent views of new spring greenery and fiery fall foliage

A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers