Land of the rising sun.. 5 nights in Japan’s Tohoku region
Tohoku is a region of Japans main island – Honshu Island. Located north of Tokyo it’s known for its mountains, skiing, snowboarding, lakes, streams, temples, forests and volcanoes.
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Tohoku is a region of Japans main island – Honshu Island. Located north of Tokyo it’s known for its mountains, skiing, snowboarding, lakes, streams, temples, forests and volcanoes.
Kakunodate is a town located in Senboku District, Akita Prefecture, Northern Japan. This town has two claims to fame: one being that it is a historical Samurai or castle town; and the other for its glorious weeping cherry trees which line the streets and along the banks of the Hinokinai River, which runs through Kakunodate.
So why not plan your trip to discover more of Hokkaido beyond the big international ski areas? From the cities to smaller, less known ski resorts, to the wilderness, to the indigenous Ainu culture, there is plenty on offer.
Whether it’s the noise and crowds or the sea of neon lights and tightly packed skyscrapers, Japanese cities promise an intense experience for your senses.
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