Tohoku: May 13 - 19 - A journey through hot springs and history
Cost: $3,190 - includes 3 meals a day, lodging, domestic intra-Japan transportation, admission fees
$400 refundable deposit, with full payment by invoice due by April 2.
Please note that any odd number of travelers (eg: 1, 3, 5) will incur a supplement fee of $600 due to hotel occupancy surchages.
Tour Overview:
Embark on a captivating spring journey through Tohoku and explore its stunning natural beauty, sacred landmarks, and rich traditions. Wander through Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda, and relax in renowned hot springs. Discover the mystique of Mount Osore, marvel at coastal wonders like Hotokegaura, and immerse yourself in local culture with delicious cuisine and traditional performances. With scenic views, historical insights, and luxurious accommodations, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of adventure and relaxation!
Highlights:
Tohoku: Scenic Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda, along with the sacred Mount Osore and breathtaking Hotokegaura rock formations.
Iwate: Hachimantai National Park’s Mirror Pond and Hachimannuma, Jodogahama’s striking coastline, and the historic city of Morioka with its Wanko Soba tradition.
Akita: Healing Tamagawa Onsen, the “Little Kyoto” of Kakunodate, and Oga Peninsula’s Namahage folklore with a live performance.
Accommodations: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya (Kogaku Onsen), Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen, and Haneda Tokyu Hotel (for departure and return nights).
Detailed Itinerary:
May 13 - Arrive at the hotel individually. After check-in, enjoy free time at your leisure. Accommodation: Haneda Tokyu Hotel or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 14 - Breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, we will take a flight to Kitaakita. Upon Arrival: Take a bus tour of Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda. Evening: Arrive at your accommodation in Kogaku Onsen, a famous hot spring area. Accommodation: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 15 - Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing in the Shimokita Peninsula: vsit the mysterious Mount Osore, a sacred site known as the gateway between this world and the afterlife. Enjoy a local specialty, tuna rice bowls, for lunch in Oma. In the afternoon, take a ferry to explore the scenic Hotokegaura, renowned for its stunning rock formations. Evening: Return to your hotel and enjoy the onsen. Accommodation: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 16 - Today’s journey takes us to Iwate. Visit Hachimantai National Park, famous for its melting snow in mid-May and vibrant spring greenery. Explore Mirror Pond and the crater lake, Hachimannuma. Continue to Morioka City and try the local specialty, “Wanko Soba,” where you can challenge yourself to see how many bowls you can eat! After sightseeing in the city, head to Hanamaki Onsen. Accommodation: Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 17 - Explore the legacy of Kenji Miyazawa, a renowned poet and author from Hanamaki. Visit Hanamaki Higashi High School, the alma mater of Shohei Ohtani. Travel by bus to Jodogahama in Miyako Bay, a beautiful coastal area that was heavily impacted by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011. After sightseeing, ride the Sanriku Railway to Kamaishi, enjoying the scenic coastline and reflecting on the damage and recovery from the tsunami. From Kamaishi, travel back to Hanamaki Onsen via roads built on the destroyed railway tracks. Accommodation: Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 18 - Visit to Tamagawa Onsen, famous for its healing radium hot springs, where you can enjoy a foot bath experience. We will then stop at Kakunodate, known as the “Little Kyoto of Tohoku.” At Oga Peninsula, famous for the Namahage folklore, we will observe a Namahage performance at the Namahage Museum. Evening: Enjoy dinner at Akita Airport before boarding a flight back to Haneda. Check in to the Haneda Tokyu Hotel. Free time after arrival.
May 19 - Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. The tour concludes after breakfast.
Cancellation Policy: 100% refund >40 days prior May 12, 80% refund 29-39 days prior, 40% refund 14 - 28 days prior, 30% refund 1 - 13 days prior, 0% refund from May 12.
Tour starts and ends in Tokyo. Customers are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the start of the tour, whether flying from their home country or traveling within Japan. All other transportation during the tour is covered.
Please note that any odd number of travelers (eg: 1, 3, 5) will incur a supplement fee of $600 due to hotel surchages.
$400 refundable deposit, with full payment by invoice due by April 2. You will receive the invoice by email within 1 business day.
Cost: $3,190 - includes 3 meals a day, lodging, domestic intra-Japan transportation, admission fees
$400 refundable deposit, with full payment by invoice due by April 2.
Please note that any odd number of travelers (eg: 1, 3, 5) will incur a supplement fee of $600 due to hotel occupancy surchages.
Tour Overview:
Embark on a captivating spring journey through Tohoku and explore its stunning natural beauty, sacred landmarks, and rich traditions. Wander through Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda, and relax in renowned hot springs. Discover the mystique of Mount Osore, marvel at coastal wonders like Hotokegaura, and immerse yourself in local culture with delicious cuisine and traditional performances. With scenic views, historical insights, and luxurious accommodations, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of adventure and relaxation!
Highlights:
Tohoku: Scenic Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda, along with the sacred Mount Osore and breathtaking Hotokegaura rock formations.
Iwate: Hachimantai National Park’s Mirror Pond and Hachimannuma, Jodogahama’s striking coastline, and the historic city of Morioka with its Wanko Soba tradition.
Akita: Healing Tamagawa Onsen, the “Little Kyoto” of Kakunodate, and Oga Peninsula’s Namahage folklore with a live performance.
Accommodations: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya (Kogaku Onsen), Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen, and Haneda Tokyu Hotel (for departure and return nights).
Detailed Itinerary:
May 13 - Arrive at the hotel individually. After check-in, enjoy free time at your leisure. Accommodation: Haneda Tokyu Hotel or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 14 - Breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, we will take a flight to Kitaakita. Upon Arrival: Take a bus tour of Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda. Evening: Arrive at your accommodation in Kogaku Onsen, a famous hot spring area. Accommodation: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 15 - Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing in the Shimokita Peninsula: vsit the mysterious Mount Osore, a sacred site known as the gateway between this world and the afterlife. Enjoy a local specialty, tuna rice bowls, for lunch in Oma. In the afternoon, take a ferry to explore the scenic Hotokegaura, renowned for its stunning rock formations. Evening: Return to your hotel and enjoy the onsen. Accommodation: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 16 - Today’s journey takes us to Iwate. Visit Hachimantai National Park, famous for its melting snow in mid-May and vibrant spring greenery. Explore Mirror Pond and the crater lake, Hachimannuma. Continue to Morioka City and try the local specialty, “Wanko Soba,” where you can challenge yourself to see how many bowls you can eat! After sightseeing in the city, head to Hanamaki Onsen. Accommodation: Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 17 - Explore the legacy of Kenji Miyazawa, a renowned poet and author from Hanamaki. Visit Hanamaki Higashi High School, the alma mater of Shohei Ohtani. Travel by bus to Jodogahama in Miyako Bay, a beautiful coastal area that was heavily impacted by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011. After sightseeing, ride the Sanriku Railway to Kamaishi, enjoying the scenic coastline and reflecting on the damage and recovery from the tsunami. From Kamaishi, travel back to Hanamaki Onsen via roads built on the destroyed railway tracks. Accommodation: Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 18 - Visit to Tamagawa Onsen, famous for its healing radium hot springs, where you can enjoy a foot bath experience. We will then stop at Kakunodate, known as the “Little Kyoto of Tohoku.” At Oga Peninsula, famous for the Namahage folklore, we will observe a Namahage performance at the Namahage Museum. Evening: Enjoy dinner at Akita Airport before boarding a flight back to Haneda. Check in to the Haneda Tokyu Hotel. Free time after arrival.
May 19 - Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. The tour concludes after breakfast.
Cancellation Policy: 100% refund >40 days prior May 12, 80% refund 29-39 days prior, 40% refund 14 - 28 days prior, 30% refund 1 - 13 days prior, 0% refund from May 12.
Tour starts and ends in Tokyo. Customers are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the start of the tour, whether flying from their home country or traveling within Japan. All other transportation during the tour is covered.
Please note that any odd number of travelers (eg: 1, 3, 5) will incur a supplement fee of $600 due to hotel surchages.
$400 refundable deposit, with full payment by invoice due by April 2. You will receive the invoice by email within 1 business day.
Cost: $3,190 - includes 3 meals a day, lodging, domestic intra-Japan transportation, admission fees
$400 refundable deposit, with full payment by invoice due by April 2.
Please note that any odd number of travelers (eg: 1, 3, 5) will incur a supplement fee of $600 due to hotel occupancy surchages.
Tour Overview:
Embark on a captivating spring journey through Tohoku and explore its stunning natural beauty, sacred landmarks, and rich traditions. Wander through Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda, and relax in renowned hot springs. Discover the mystique of Mount Osore, marvel at coastal wonders like Hotokegaura, and immerse yourself in local culture with delicious cuisine and traditional performances. With scenic views, historical insights, and luxurious accommodations, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of adventure and relaxation!
Highlights:
Tohoku: Scenic Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda, along with the sacred Mount Osore and breathtaking Hotokegaura rock formations.
Iwate: Hachimantai National Park’s Mirror Pond and Hachimannuma, Jodogahama’s striking coastline, and the historic city of Morioka with its Wanko Soba tradition.
Akita: Healing Tamagawa Onsen, the “Little Kyoto” of Kakunodate, and Oga Peninsula’s Namahage folklore with a live performance.
Accommodations: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya (Kogaku Onsen), Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen, and Haneda Tokyu Hotel (for departure and return nights).
Detailed Itinerary:
May 13 - Arrive at the hotel individually. After check-in, enjoy free time at your leisure. Accommodation: Haneda Tokyu Hotel or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 14 - Breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, we will take a flight to Kitaakita. Upon Arrival: Take a bus tour of Lake Towada, Oirase Gorge, and Mt. Hakkoda. Evening: Arrive at your accommodation in Kogaku Onsen, a famous hot spring area. Accommodation: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 15 - Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing in the Shimokita Peninsula: vsit the mysterious Mount Osore, a sacred site known as the gateway between this world and the afterlife. Enjoy a local specialty, tuna rice bowls, for lunch in Oma. In the afternoon, take a ferry to explore the scenic Hotokegaura, renowned for its stunning rock formations. Evening: Return to your hotel and enjoy the onsen. Accommodation: Hoshino Resort Aomoriya or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 16 - Today’s journey takes us to Iwate. Visit Hachimantai National Park, famous for its melting snow in mid-May and vibrant spring greenery. Explore Mirror Pond and the crater lake, Hachimannuma. Continue to Morioka City and try the local specialty, “Wanko Soba,” where you can challenge yourself to see how many bowls you can eat! After sightseeing in the city, head to Hanamaki Onsen. Accommodation: Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 17 - Explore the legacy of Kenji Miyazawa, a renowned poet and author from Hanamaki. Visit Hanamaki Higashi High School, the alma mater of Shohei Ohtani. Travel by bus to Jodogahama in Miyako Bay, a beautiful coastal area that was heavily impacted by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011. After sightseeing, ride the Sanriku Railway to Kamaishi, enjoying the scenic coastline and reflecting on the damage and recovery from the tsunami. From Kamaishi, travel back to Hanamaki Onsen via roads built on the destroyed railway tracks. Accommodation: Hanamaki Onsen Kashoen or a hotel of equivalent standard.
May 18 - Visit to Tamagawa Onsen, famous for its healing radium hot springs, where you can enjoy a foot bath experience. We will then stop at Kakunodate, known as the “Little Kyoto of Tohoku.” At Oga Peninsula, famous for the Namahage folklore, we will observe a Namahage performance at the Namahage Museum. Evening: Enjoy dinner at Akita Airport before boarding a flight back to Haneda. Check in to the Haneda Tokyu Hotel. Free time after arrival.
May 19 - Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. The tour concludes after breakfast.
Cancellation Policy: 100% refund >40 days prior May 12, 80% refund 29-39 days prior, 40% refund 14 - 28 days prior, 30% refund 1 - 13 days prior, 0% refund from May 12.
Tour starts and ends in Tokyo. Customers are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the start of the tour, whether flying from their home country or traveling within Japan. All other transportation during the tour is covered.
Please note that any odd number of travelers (eg: 1, 3, 5) will incur a supplement fee of $600 due to hotel surchages.
$400 refundable deposit, with full payment by invoice due by April 2. You will receive the invoice by email within 1 business day.