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March 17, 2026
Tohoku Featured Articles
February 17, 2026
Top 10 Onsen Ryokans 2026: Tohoku Edition
NEW Ranking of the most popular onsen ryokans in the Tohoku region
November 28, 2025
Onsen Map: All hot spring areas in Tohoku Region
Zao, Ginzan, Matsushima, Akiu, Oirase & Hakkoda (Sukayu), Tsunagi-Oshuku (Morioka)
November 14, 2025
Introduction to Autumn Colours 2025 in Tohoku Region’s Onsen Resorts – with information about the best time to view fall foliage in different regions
This article introduces the best time to view the foliage in each area’s onsen …
November 25, 2025
Tohoku Region – Skiing and Onsen in Japan 2025-2026. Let’s enjoy powder skiing and Japanese hot spring at the same time!
Here we introduce popular ski resorts with Japanese powder, or “Japow”, and non-compacted snow areas in Tohoku Region
March 17, 2026
Tohoku Region – Famous sakura onsen spots with latest full-bloom forecast, 2026
Located at the north end of Honshu, Japan’s main island, this area has many famous…
July 22, 2025
How to Get to Zao Onsen from Tokyo, Sendai, and Yamagata Airport (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Zao hot springs! From Yamagata Airport, shared taxies, from…
August 1, 2025
How to Get to Ginzan Onsen from Tokyo, Sendai, and Yamagata Airport (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Ginzan hot springs! From Yamagata Airport, airport buses, shared….
August 5, 2025
How to Get to Tendo Onsen from Ginzan Onsen, Zao Onsen, and Tokyo (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Tendo hot springs! From Ginzan Onsen, and Zao Onsen, JR line….
August 6, 2025
How to Get to Kaminoyama Onsen from Zao Onsen, Ginzan Onsen, and Tokyo (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Kaminoyama hot springs! From Zao Onsen, and Ginzan Onsen….
November 21, 2025
How to Get to Matsushima Onsen from Sendai, Morioka, and Tokyo (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Matsushima hot springs! From Sendai Airport, local trains, and….
November 28, 2025
How to Get to Akiu Onsen from Sendai, Morioka, and Tokyo (Transportation Guide)
Check out this access guide to find the easiest and best route to Akiu hot springs! From Sendai, local buses, from Sendai Airport….
