Best Nature around Tohoku Spot List

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.

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.

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.

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

Boasting the largest variety of jellyfish in the world

Enthrallingly steep cliffs nicknamed the ”Alps of the Sea”

Stroll around the beautiful, mystical lakes and ponds

Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge

Tour around the beautiful marshlands

You'll be captivated by the exquisite beauty of these pale-pink weeping cherry blossoms

A famous mountain worshipped as a symbol of Tsugaru

Cat Island

You can see Japanese crested ibis up close

Welcome to the world of transparent blue

A mystical, sacred place of Shugendo, or Japanese mountain asceticism-shamanism incorporating Shinto and Buddhist concepts

One of the most famous scenic locations on the Shimokita Peninsula, miraculously secluded with a mystical character fostered by nature

Enjoy the lush greenery, autumn leaves and skiing