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Yamagata / Yamadera 6hr Private Trip with Licensed Guide
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What to do in Tohoku
Popular places to visit
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.
Chuson-ji Temple
Find out about the history of Hiraizumi with a stop at Chuson-ji Temple. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
Areas of Tohoku
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
You might enjoy the hot springs while in Aoba Ward. Miyagi Prefectural Office is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Kotodai-Koen Station or Kita-Yonbancho Station to see more of the city.
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.
Sakunami
If you're spending some time in Sakunami, Sakunami Hot Spring and Mt. Kamakurayama are top sights worth seeing.
