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.
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.
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 genuine Japanese-style ryokan located on the lakeside of Lake Tazawa
Enjoy the natural scenery along this local line
A walking path around rising volcanic smoke
A variety of fascinating baths are available, including a large one resembling the Kurhaus
Witness the beauty of cliffs cloaked in steam rising from hot springs in the ravine
Immerse yourself in a picturesque Japanese setting
Come face to face with lions behind glass
This hotel's highlight is the open-air bath that overlooks its garden
The blessed spring water from Mt. Chokai
Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge
A brewery of miso and soy sauce boasting a long history
A favorite among fans of secluded hot springs
A ritual worth fighting your fear to see
An inaniwa udon shop run directly by the maker
Make a pitstop here first when visiting Kazuno
Tohoku's biggest therapeutic onsen boasts Japan's largest volume of hot spring water and highest acidity
A magnificent mountain featuring colorful alpine plants and flowers