Bukeyashiki Street with the Ashina family's 15,000-koku castle town. The direct descendants of the family still live in one of the upper-class samurai residences.

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

Sendai Airport, the gateway to Japan's northern area, Tohoku.

Surrounded by the beautiful green forests of Nambu red pine, you can soak in blissful peace and quiet.

An onsen resort popular for its open-air cypress bath, offering a sense of spaciousness

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

An onsen resort popular for its open-air rock bath where you can feel the change of the seasons

Offering mountain views, Wakamatsuya in Zao Onsen provides accommodation, an open-air bath, a garden, a terrace, a bar and a shared lounge. This ryokan features free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation offers a hot spring bath, hot tub, traditional restaurant and free WiFi. The ryokan will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and linens for a supplement. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Guests at the ryokan can enjoy an Asian breakfast. There is a coffee shop, and a minimarket is also available. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at Wakamatsuya will be able to enjoy activities in and around Zao Onsen, like hiking. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a car rental service, ski-to-door access and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site. Zao Onsen Ski Resort is 300 metres from the accommodation. Yamagata Airport is 35 km away.

Located right in front of Matsushima Bay, Komatsukan Kofu-tei offers accommodations with free wired internet access. Guests can refresh in the public hot-spring baths and enjoy traditional multi-course meals in their rooms. A free shuttle is available from JR Matsushima Kaigan Train Station, which is a 5-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature a TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Most rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding, while some rooms come with a private open-air bath. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the public indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths or reserve a hot-spring bath for private use. Massages can be requested for an extra cost and local souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Luggage storage and laptop rentals are available at the front desk. Local fresh seafood and ingredients are offered in the traditional multi-course meals. Kofutei Komatsukan is a 10-minute walk from Godaido Shrine and a 15-minute walk from Zugan-ji Temple.

Located a 10-minute walk from JR Niigata Station, ANA Crowne Plaza Niigata offers elegant guest rooms, 5 fine restaurants and a bar on the top floor. Bicycle rentals are available at an extra charge, while free WiFi can be used throughout the property. All rooms feature comfortable beds, an ample desk and a flat-screen TV with pay-per-view channels. The private bathroom has a bathtub and free toiletries. The Niigata Crowne Plaza Hotel provides convenient services and facilities like currency exchange (US dollars and Euros only), luggage storage and 24-hour front desk. In-room massages can be arranged at an additional charge. The hotel is situated near Niigata’s business district, and just a short walk from the lively Pia Bandai Market. Niigata Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Kura restaurant offers seasonal Japanese cuisine, while Tendan serves tantalising Chinese dishes. The Season Café on the ground floor features all day dining. Gorgeous ocean/mountain views and nightly drinks can be enjoyed at the Sky Bar.

Set on 28-36th floors of Sendai's tallest building, The Westin Sendai offers a luxurious accommodation just a 10-minute walk from JR Sendai Station. Guests can work out in the free-use gym or receive rejuvenating massages at the on-site salon. 2 restaurants and a bar are available on site. Wi-Fi is provided at an additional charge. Fitted with chic furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows, rooms come with modern facilities like satellite LCD TV. A fridge, an electric kettle and minibar are included. The large en suite bathroom has a bath tub, a shower booth and free toiletries. Sendai Westin Hotel’s 24-hour front desk can arrange luggage storage and laundry services. The Flow Spa offers a variety of treatments, sauna and a relaxation lounge. Souvenir items can be purchased at the gift shop. Stylish Restaurant Symphony serves sophisticated Western cuisine, while traditional Japanese dishes can be savoured at Ichimuan restaurant, which is located on the top floor. Horizon Lounge & Bar offers afternoon tea, light meals and evening drinks. The Westin Hotel is a 10-minute drive to Rakuten Kobo Stadium Miyagi (formerly Kleenex Stadium Miyagi), and a 20-minute drive to Aoba Castle Park. Sendai Airport is located a 50-minute drive from the property.

Featuring mountain views, Kyukamura Ura-Bandai is situated in Kitashiobara and features a wellness area with a sauna and a hot spring bath. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. At the ryokan, each unit includes a desk. A fridge and kettle are also available. All units will provide guests with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV. There is a coffee shop on-site. The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at this 4-star ryokan. Guests can also relax in the garden. Mount Bandai is 24 km from the ryokan, while Kitakata Station is 34 km from the property. Fukushima Airport is 81 km away.

Located in the Asamushi Onsen district of Aomori, Kaisenkaku is 19 km from Sannai-Maruyama site and 2 km from Asamushi Aquarium. The property is set 33 km from Hakkoda Ski Area, 38 km from Sukayu Onsen and 22 km from Moya Hills. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk as well as free WiFi. At the ryokan, rooms come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom, while some feature a sea view. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet, American or Asian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The restaurant at Kaisenkaku specialises in Japanese cuisine. The property has a hot spring bath. Cycling is among the activities that guests can enjoy near the accommodation. The nearest airport is Aomori Airport, 27 km from the property.

Offering quiet street views, Phoenix Suites Myoko #101 is an accommodation situated in Myoko, 32 km from Zenkoji Temple and 34 km from Nagano Station. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The accommodation features free shuttle service, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a hair dryer. The unit has soundproofing and a shower. The apartment offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. There is a coffee shop, bar and lounge. The apartment is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Ski storage space is available on-site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. Jigokudani Monkey Park is 43 km from Phoenix Suites Myoko #101, while Suzaka City Zoo is 44 km from the property. Matsumoto Airport is 107 km away.

Located 39 km from Zao Onsen Ski Resort, Daichan Farm Guest House offers 2-star accommodation in Asahi-machi and features free bikes, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a family-friendly restaurant and a picnic area. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The guest house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a toaster, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a shared bathroom with a hot tub. Guests can have wine or champagne and fruits delivered to their room. At the guest house, every unit has bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. For guests with children, the guest house offers outdoor play equipment. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a car rental service and ski-to-door access are also available on-site. Tendo Station is 23 km from Daichan Farm Guest House, while Sakuranbo Higashine Station is 28 km from the property. Yamagata Airport is 24 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Boasting sea views, RISE BEACH Okumatsushima features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 26 km from Shiogama Shrine. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The luxury tent has a sauna and full-day security. A private entrance leads guests into the luxury tent, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. The luxury tent serves an American and Asian breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house romantic restaurant, which specialises in French cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. Guests at RISE BEACH Okumatsushima can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Higashimatsushima, like fishing and hiking. Sendai City Community Support Center is 40 km from RISE BEACH Okumatsushima, while Entsuin Temple is 17 km from the property. Sendai Airport is 51 km away.

Set in Shimo-nogami, 48 km from Suzumigaoka Hachiman Shrine and 49 km from Soma Tambo Art, Fukushima Minpaku Project 106 offers air conditioning. With free private parking, the property is 45 km from Abukuma-do Cave and 45 km from Hyakushaku Kanon. With free WiFi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and fridge. The accommodation is non-smoking. Fukushima Airport is 73 km from the property.

Providing city views, Appi Arts Color in Hachimantai provides accommodation, free bikes, a garden, a shared lounge, a restaurant and ski-to-door access. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Fitted with a patio, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet and free toiletries. There is also a kitchen in some of the units equipped with a microwave and stovetop. Guests at Appi Arts Color can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Hiking, skiing and cycling are possible within the area, and the accommodation offers a ski pass sales point. Morioka Station is 45 km from Appi Arts Color, while Appi Kogen Ski Resort is 600 metres away. Iwate Hanamaki Airport is 77 km from the property.

45 km from Kitakata Station in Yonezawa, Tofuya Ryokan, Onogawa Onsen, Sauna, Barrier-free provides accommodation with access to a public bath and open-air bath. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The ryokan features a hot spring bath and a lift. Some units are air conditioned and include a seating area with a flat-screen TV. At the ryokan, some units are soundproof. An Asian breakfast is available at the ryokan. The ryokan is located in a geothermal area, with a number of hot springs nearby for guests to relax in. Guests at Tofuya Ryokan, Onogawa Onsen, Sauna, Barrier-free will be able to enjoy activities in and around Yonezawa, like skiing and cycling. Uesugi Shrine is 7.3 km from the accommodation, while Yonezawa Station is 9.4 km from the property. Yamagata Airport is 76 km away.

Set in Itoigawa in the Niigata region, えのきや能生 Enokiya Nou offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 14 km from Itoigawa Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 20 km from Tanihama Park. The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Gochi Park is 26 km from the apartment, while Kasugayama Shrine is 29 km from the property. Toyama Airport is 98 km away.