Misawa Air Festival
One day a year Misawa’s Air Force Base opens it’s gates to the general public. This year the Air Fest takes place on Sunday, September 10th, 2017.
September 1, 2017
Area: Tohoku｜Taiken Japan
The Tohoku region includes six prefectures: Akita, Aomori, Fukushima, Iwate, Miyagi and Yamagata. It is well known for its beautiful natural sceneries.
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The Soma Nomaoi Festival: Where the Samurai Spirit Lives On
This event has its roots over a thousand years ago, started as a military exercise by Taira no Kojiro Masakado, founder of the Soma clan. Now, more than 500 mounted horsemen in full traditional samurai armour take part, bringing the Sengoku period to life in the modern day.
July 31, 2017
Dancing in the streets: Celebrate summer nights with Tohoku’s August festivals
The pulsing drums, the grandiose floats, the colorful costumes: it’s all on parade in Japan’s northeast during the first week of August. Festivals in six different cities draw over one million visitors.
July 28, 2017
Mount Haguro: The Beating Heart of Japanese Animism
Depending on where you begin, a cedar-lined 1.7 km path (2,446 steps to be precise) leads either to the main shrine (三神合祭殿) at the summit, or to Gojunoto, a five-story pagoda that is registered as a national treasure.
July 26, 2017
Celebrate the Tanabata Star Festival in Misawa, Aomori
If you are looking for a smaller family oriented festival for children of all ages and for adults, this tanabata festival offers such a variety in food and entertainment that there is something for everyone to enjoy.
July 7, 2017
15 Things to Do in Aomori
This prefecture has a great deal to offer. There is something for everyone: spectacular festivals, delicious food, unique temples, fascinating museums, skiing, onsen, and many more.
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June 6, 2017
Yamadera Temple in Yamagata: Ascent to The Temple of Standing Stones
Officially called Risshakuji (temple of standing stones), the training ground for monks of the Tendai sect was founded here over eleven centuries ago.
June 1, 2017
A Guide to Tsugaru Peninsula, Aomori
West of the road were a series of lakes, ponds, marshes and wetlands between you and the sea. To the east was the Iwaki River, farm villages and the southern end of the Tsugaru Mountains, the northernmost mountains of the Ou chain.
May 27, 2017
Exploring the Sanriku Coast
The sanriku coast is a must-see for nature lovers. I fully believe it is one of the most beautiful areas in Japan.
April 30, 2017
A Pink Wave Approaching: The Yamagata Cherry Blossoms
And there’s no better place to enjoy sakura than in Japan’s northeast, where you can take in the blooms with a backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
April 3, 2017
It’s Time to Soak in Winter Wonderland
An onsen nestled in the mountains outside Sendai will transform you to another world
January 17, 2017
Celebrating New Year at Yagiyama Beny Land
Yagiyama Beny Land is a metropolitan amusement park located in Yagiyama, next to Yagiyama Zoological Park. It is a compact park equipped with about 30 attractions from thrill rides to family rides.
January 4, 2017
Transiting in Yamagata: 5 Things to do Near the Station
You may find yourself at Yamagata station with some time on your hands. Don’t worry; there is plenty to do.
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December 29, 2016
Zao Fox Village: a Paradise for Animal Lovers
The Zao Fox Village gives you an unique experience to see foxes up close and to observe their behavior for yourself. While it is a little hard to access, it is absolutely worth a visit for all animal lovers.
November 26, 2016
Cosquin en Japon – Fukushima's Latin Music and Food Festival
What if I told you that you could find a three-day Latin American festival that runs late into the night with all these things in one place, in the middle of the mountains in Fukushima?
October 6, 2016
Misawa’s Summer Festival the Biggest Event of the Year
Misawa in Aomori Prefecture kicked off their summer festival on Thursday the 18th of August, 2016. Well, Aomori prefecture begins its summer months a little later than the other prefectures. Read, to find more information about the Summer festival at Misawa.
September 13, 2016
Towada Shrine: A Holy Site Deep in the Forest by the Lake
Situated by Lake Towada (十和田湖 Towadako) which holds it’s water in the crater of a dormant volcano; hidden in it’s own sanctuary is a Shinto shrine recognized as a holy place in Aomori Prefecture. Once you enter from the village and pass the Tori (gate of entrance) the path to Towada Jinja Shrine is called "Suginami", a shortened version of the word from the Edo period “Suginamiki”, which, when translated means "avenue of Cedars". The trees are tall, sturdy and magnificent!
September 6, 2016
Shiroishi: A Day Trip from Sendai
Shiroishi, a sleepy, quiet little town not far from Sendai. A day trip from Sendai made me wonder about things to see and do at Shiroishi. My personal account of a day trip to Shiroishi from Sendai.
August 27, 2016
