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Explore the timeless beauties of the Tohoku Region

Photos Courtesy of JNTO KL Office - 21 February 2022


In addition to popular travel destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto, Hokkaido, etc., the Tohoku region of Japan is also a good choice when you are planning your next trip to Japan. The Tohoku region encompasses six prefectures, namely Aomori, Yamagata, Iwate, Akita, Miyagi and Fukushima, and promises a spectacular journey to those venturing north to unlock its secrets.

Regardless of day or night, or what time of the day, Tohoku definitely has something to offer. Follow the 24-hour timeline below to discover all the charms you will find in the region!
 

Jodogahama Beach Stargazing Experience, IWATETatehana Wharf Morning Market, AOMORI

2:00 IWATE 
A popular destination among the astronomy enthusiasts, Jodogahama Beach offers an unmissable mesmerizing stargazing experience.

3:00 MIYAGI 
Set sail to Kesennuma, a city with a large fishing port, for a seafood feast!

4:00 AKITA 
Come say hi to the adorable Akita Inu when you visit the Akita City.

5:00 AOMORI 
Explore the local flavours at the Tatehana Wharf Morning Market.

Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge Sunrise View, AOMORI

Risshakuji Temple, YAMAGATAGoshikinuma Ponds, FUKUSHIMA

6:00 AOMORI 
The 300m long Tsuru-no-Mai Bridge has attracted countless tourists with its breathtaking sunrise view.

7:00 FUKUSHIMA 
Enjoy the blissful luxury of a morning bath at Higashiyama Onsen in Aizuwakamatsu.

8:00 YAMAGATA 
Marvel at the magnificent mountains as you stand at the Risshakuji Temple, the Temple in the Sky.

9:00 FUKUSHIMA 
Explore Goshikinuma, the mysterious colour-changing swamp.

Koiwai Farm, IWATETadami Line, FUKUSHIMA

10:00 IWATE 
Get a taste of the fresh milk at the Koiwai Farm.

11:00 FUKUSHIMA
Catch the stunning view of the enchanted forests from the Tadami Line, one of the most picturesque train lines in Japan.

Genbikei Gorge, IWATEWanko Soba, IWATE

12:00 IWATE 
Experience the natural wonders and the flying Dango at the Genbikei Gorge.

13:00 IWATE 
Don’t miss the Wanko Soba, the unique noodle dish from Iwate.

Shiroishi Castle, MIYAGISignature Dish Kiritanpo, AKITA

14:00 YAMAGATA 
Take a trip to an orchard and enjoy fruit picking.

15:00 MIYAGI 
Turn yourself into a samurai with a Shiroishi Castle samurai armor wearing experience.

16:00 AKITA 
GODZILLA attacks! As the sun sets, it looks as if the Godzilla Rock is spewing fire into the ocean.

17:00 AKITA 
Kiritanpo, Akita’s signature dish.

Namahage Sedo Festival, AKITANebuta Festival, AOMORI

18:00 AKITA 
Part spiritual, part terrifying, the Namahage Sedo Festival is a unique folk festival celebrated in Akita.

19:00 AOMORI 
Experience the Aomori Nebuta Festival up close!

Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival, AOMORIZao Snow Monster, YAMAGATA

20:00 AOMORI 
Impressive in scale and picturesque in setting, Hirosaki Park has some of Japan’s best cherry blossoms.

21:00 YAMAGATA 
Hunting for the snow monsters at Mt. Zao at night.

Sendai Pageant of Starlight Winter Illumination, MIYAGI

22:00 MIYAGI 
Illuminate your winter nights with the SENDAI Pageant of Starlight!

23:00 MIYAGI 
Spoilt for choice at the Miyagi Gourmet Street. Can you eat them all?

0:00 FUKUSHIMA 
The forbidden late-night meal at Kitakata.

1:00 YAMAGATA 
Say goodbye to your stress with a relaxing bath at Ginzan Onsen.

Learn more about Tohoku on our website:

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