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What to do in Tohoku
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Oirase Gorge
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oirase Gorge during your travels in Towada. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Lake Towada
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Towada, a popular spot to commune with nature in Aomori. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Appi Kogen Ski Resort
Ski miles of groomed slopes and exciting powder runs or relax in steaming onsen baths and lavish hotels at this beautifully maintained ski resort in Tohoku.
Naruko Onsen
You can take time to visit Naruko Onsen during your travels to Osaki. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area.
Hirosaki Castle
Find out about the history of Hirosaki with a stop at Hirosaki Castle. Take in the festivals and hot springs in the area.
Nasu Highland Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Nasu Highland Park during your trip to Nasu. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and hot springs.
Sekisui Heim Super Arena
Catch an event at Sekisui Heim Super Arena during your trip to Rifu. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.
Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Nasu Animal Kingdom
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Nasu Animal Kingdom during your travels in Nasu. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and hot springs.
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Downtown Sendai
While you're in Downtown Sendai, take in top sights like Asaichi Morning Market and jump on the metro at Hirose-dori Station to see more of the city.
Aoba Ward
Stroll through the bustling Ichibancho shopping district, home to numerous shops and eateries, or explore the picturesque Jozenji-Dori, adorned with El Greco sculptures and zelkova trees. Conveniently access eight Sendai Subway Nanboku Line stations.
Zaoonsen
While visiting Zaoonsen, you might make a stop by sights like Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway.
Miyagino Ward
If you're spending some time in Miyagino Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.
Kokubuncho
While you're in Kokubuncho, take in top sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi and jump on the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station to see more of the city.
Wakabayashi
While you're in Wakabayashi, take in top sights like Kanezaki Sasakama Hall or Zendoji Temple, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kawaramachi Station or Atago-Bashi Station.
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- Oirase Gorge
- Nasu Highland Park
- Sekisui Heim Super Arena
- Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort
- Lake Towada
- Appi Kogen Ski Resort
- Nasu Animal Kingdom
- Naruko Onsen
- Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus
- Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall
- Sendai International Center
- Nasu Safari Park
- Inawashiro Lake
- Iizaka Onsen
- Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko
- Oze National Park
- Hirosaki Castle
- Zao Fox Village
- Chuson-ji Temple
- Mount Bandai
- Lake Tazawa
- Hirosaki Park
- Fujishiro Seiji Museum
- Okama Crater
- Aizuwakamatsu Castle
- Higashiyama Onsen
- Hachinohe Yatai Village Miroku Yokocho
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