Tohoku

Introduction

Tohoku, in northern Honshū, is a scenic rugged area.

Geography

Cities

• Aomori
• Hiraizumi
• Hirosaki
• Miyako
• Morioka
• Sendai is the largest city in Tohoku
• Yamagata

Sights and Activities

Events and Festivals

Weather

Getting There

By Plane

By Train

Tohoku region can be reached from both Hokkaido as well as southern parts of Honshu. Aomori and Morioka, among other cities, have extensive railway connection to Sapporo, Tokyo and places in between. Check the Japan Rail website for more information about schedules and prices.

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Getting Around

By Plane

By Train

Japan Rail has extensive services between cities in Tohoku.

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Eat

Drink

Sleep