Best around Tohoku Spot List

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

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.

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

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

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).

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.

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.

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

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.

From workshops to restaurants

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

Only 40 minutes by car from Sendai city center so this is the ski resort where you can go skiing on the spur of the moment. The night ski trail with beautiful night views is a popular place for a date.

At this ski resort from the summit you can see the beautiful scenary of Mt. Sumon, Mt. Aakakusa, and Mt. Echigo-Sanzan. Slopes are varied from steep to gentle runs.

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.

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.

A local cuisine restaurant that boasts its superb horse meat dish