Spot List

A place to stay and enjoy a full day

The Shinto shrine where Minamoto no Yoritomo worshipped, which can bring good fortune and personal connections

Wish upon the matchmaking deity for success in love

A museum full of interesting materials

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.

Refreshes the body and the spirit

A selection of 30 seasonal cakes as well as chocolates are available

Connects the north part of Kojiriko, Motohakoneko and Hakoneenko and is convenient for sightseeing

An annual large-scale fireworks festival held on August 2 and 3. The large firework rings brighten up the night sky.

From the works of masters to rising artists, get in touch with various works by Aomori artists

A Japanese garden with an abundance of greenery

One of the three greatest summer festivals of Tohoku, with colorful bamboo decorations all around the city of Sendai.

A very popular melon bun to queue for

A small oceanfront hotel in the hot spring town of Atami

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.

One of the most famous festivals of Tohoku, with gigantic floats shaped as dynamic mythical or kabuki characters and haneto (nebuta dancers) parading the streets.

A large selection of practical yet stylish goods

A wide variety of light, crispy, and ice-cold monaka (bean-jam wafer)

A luxurious buffet-style restaurant and a hot spring with high quality water

A treasure trove of new ideas to enjoy one's daily life