8 Culture Iwaki City's Shiramizu Amida-do Sandra Isaka Shiramizu Amida-do is a gorgeous temple built in 1160. Surrounded by a lovely pond and garden, it should not be missed on a visit..
12 Activities Omoriyama Zoo Akita Jeremy Yap Japanese are fond of animals and with the large expanse of space in Akita, its no wonder Omoriyama zoo is one of the most spacious..
Activities Sendai Science Museum Justin Velgus The Sendai Science Museum is a great outing for the family or those looking for interactive learning. English signs, pamphlets and..
Transportation JR Odate Station Jeremy Yap JR Odate sits on the Ou line from Akita Station with Hachiko the dog guarding over the station.
7 Culture Date Masamune's Zuihoden Mausoleum Eitetsu Terakado The Zuihoden Mausoleum enshrines the founder of the Sendai Domain, Date Masamune. A superb example of elegant, gorgeously decorated..
Activities Akiu Otaki Falls Justin Velgus Akiu Otaki Falls is one of the three great waterfalls in Japan. Fed from the Natori River, the fall is nestled in a green-filled..
6 Activities Tamasudare Fall Tomoaki Sato Tamasudare Fall is the highest waterfall in Yamagata Prefecture
