Exploring everything Japan has to offer
Because we are very original with names in Japanese, Tohoku merely means “northeast”. Which is where it is located on the largest island of Japan, Honshu. It makes up six of the 47 prefectures. Eacch with a bit of their own character partially due to the harsher climates of the region.
Sadly, probably most recognized as the location of the 2011 Earthquake, it is full of lakes, mountains (with some great skiing spots). Famous for several hot spring or onsen (温泉) areas, it also has some great castles (including Hirosaki, one of the 12 originals) and samurai residences.
Don’t forget some very memorable summer festivals as well! Each of the six prefectures is known for their own.
Tucked away in the town of Iwaizumi (岩泉) in Iwate Prefecture (岩手県) is one of the three great limestone caves of Japan, Ryusendo Cave (龍泉洞). Not the easiest spot to …
If you are in Japan in August, most likely you will stumble upon a festival in the evening time. Obon – Japan’s Festival of the Dead, was officially from August …