Best around Tohoku Spot List

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.

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

The seas of Japan, the bond with the rest of the world, entertainment. The aquarium is a symbol of recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake, contributing to the revitalization of local communities.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

From workshops to restaurants

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.

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

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

A cafe loved as an oasis by local residents

Outstanding access and superb powder snow.