10 Things to do in Tohoku, Japan 🇯🇵🏯🦢

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Explore Tohoku, Japan's northern region, with these 10 exciting and lesser-known activities, from samurai castles to Pokémon parks and scenic boat rides.

10 places · 4 experiences

1
Tsuruga Castle
Castle · Aizuwakamatsu
4.3 (5,022)Closed · opens Monday 8:30 AM
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A samurai-era fortress and the only red-roof castle in Japan, offering a glimpse into the region's history.
Tsuruga-jō Castle, 1-1 Otemachi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-0873, Japan
2
Chansey's Lucky Park
Park · Namie
4.1Closed
Chansey Park in Namie, Chimeiji Kiyohashi, Namie, Futaba District, Fukushima 979-1513, Japan
Experience · 1 place
Throwing lucky balls at Geibikei Gorge
Take a boat ride through this stunning valley, then try throwing lucky balls into a hole across the river for good luck. It's a fun little challenge with a beautiful backdrop.
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Geibikei Gorge
Scenic spot · Ichinoseki
4.4 (5,609)Closed · opens tomorrow 8:30 AM
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A stunning valley where you can take a boat ride and participate in a unique good luck ritual.
Geibikei Gorge, Machiura-467 Higashiyamacho Nagasaka, Ichinoseki, Iwate 029-0302, Japan
4
Takamatsu Pond
Nature preserve · Morioka
4.3Closed
Tranquil pond with paddle boats to rent, plus waterfowl, fish & walking paths amid deciduous trees.
Takamatsu Pond, 1 Chome-26-1 Takamatsu, Morioka, Iwate 020-0114, Japan
Experience · 1 place
DIY Seafood Bowl at Shiogama Fish Market
At Shiogama Fish Market, you get to choose your own fresh ingredients from various vendors and then assemble your very own DIY seafood bowl. It's a delicious and interactive way to enjoy the local catch.
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Shiogama Fish Market
Market · Shiogama
4.2Closed
Wholesale & retail market famed for its tuna, with dining options including grill-your-own stations.
Shiogama Fish Wholesale Market, 1 Chome-20-74 Shinhamacho, Shiogama, Miyagi 985-0001, Japan
6
Watari Onsen
Japanese inn · Watari
3.9
Simple rooms in a relaxed hot spring hotel offering ocean views, plus free breakfast & dinner.
Watari Onsen Torinoumi, Chikkodori-41-2 Arahama, Watari, Watari District, Miyagi 989-2311, Japan
7
Abukyu Lapras & Chansey Train
Train station · Marumori
4.1 (39)
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A special train running from Fukushima Station to Tsukinoki Station, featuring Chansey (Fukushima support Pokémon) and Lapras (Miyagi support Pokémon), with a route connecting Fukushima and Miyagi prefectures.
Abukuma Station, Takinoue, Marumori, Igu District, Miyagi 981-2185, Japan
Experience · 1 place
Ferry tour of Matsushima Bay
Ride a ferry and discover some of the 200 islands standing in Matsushima Bay. It's a beautiful way to see the unique coastal landscape and its many small islands.
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Matsushima Bay
Bay
4.2 (91)
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Home to over 200 islands, offering scenic ferry tours to explore its unique natural beauty.
Matsushima Bay, Japan
Experience · 1 place
Strawberry picking and fortune fishing at JR Fruits Park Sendai Arahama
At JR Fruits Park Sendai Arahama, you can pick from a variety of delicious, juicy strawberries, perfect for dipping in condensed milk. Afterward, try your luck fishing for a fortune at their unique strawberry shrine.
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JR Fruits Park Sendai Arahama
Orchard · Sendai
4.4 (3)Closed · opens tomorrow 10 AM
JR Fruit Park Sendai Arahama, 2 Chome-１７-1 Arahamashin, Wakabayashi Ward, Sendai, Miyagi 984-0034, Japan
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Matsushima Harbor Lights
Tourist attraction · Matsushima
4.4Closed
Matsushima Shoreline, Matsushima, Miyagi District, Miyagi 981-0213, Japan