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5-Day Winter Itinerary for Aomori and Akita: Nyuto Onsen, Kakunodate Samurai Residences, and Yokote Kamakura

Aomori, Hirosaki And Hachinohe Sushi

In the wintertime, much of Japan's Tohoku Region becomes blanketed in snow, drawing in hordes of tourists seeking breathtaking snowy landscapes, skiing adventures, and relaxing hot springs. Here we present a 5-day itinerary, using the Tohoku Area JR East Pass, curated to immerse you in the beauty of Tohoku’s charming winter sceneries and exciting snow festivals!

Enjoy the Magic of Sendai's 2023 Tanabata Festival (Aug. 6-8): A Must-Read Guide for Travelers

Sendai And Matsushima Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)
Your Guide to the 2023 Aomori Nebuta Matsuri Festival - Featuring Insights from Former Miss Nebuta

Aomori, Hirosaki And Hachinohe Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)
10 Tohoku Hot Spring Ryokan Getaways with Spectacular Views the Whole Family Can Enjoy

Aizu-wakamatsu Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Where to Eat in Sendai: Best Sendai Foods to Try & Tasty Restaurants

Sendai And Matsushima Yakiniku
Travel Guide to Kakunodate: Akita's Charming Historic Town Featuring Samurai Residences & Weeping Cherry Blossoms

Surrounding Areas Of Akita Other Architecture
Koganezaki Furofushi Onsen: Aomori's Serene Seaside Hot Spring

Other Surrounding Areas Of Aomori Ryokan

Getting to Ginzan Onsen From Tokyo, Sendai, Osaka and Yamagata: By Bus, Train, and Plane

Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)

Ginzan Onsen, nestled in a gorge in Obanazawa, Yamagata, is a beautiful hot springs area. Tourists from all over the world come to enjoy the retro atmosphere that will make you feel like you’ve traveled back in time to old Japan. However, because of its location with the Tohoku region, getting there often prompts questions like “Can I go by train?” and “How long does it take?” To answer these questions, we’ll explain how to get to Ginzan Onsen from Tokyo Station, a convenient starting point for your trip, and Sendai Station, the gateway to sightseeing in Tohoku, via bus, train, and taxi.