Activities Tashirojima Cat Island Brian Takahashi Come visit a Cat Island in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. Tashirojima is the place to feed and play with cats, stay in Cat Cabins, and..
Culture Iwate Snow Festival 2026 Early - Mid Feb The Iwate Snow Festival is held at the Makiba area in Koiwai Farm every February, and known as one of Tohoku's 5 Great Snow..
Culture Exploring Japan's Cat Island Connor Lappin Discovering Cat Island, a small island ruled by felines and exclusively unique to Japan in Miyagi Prefecture.
Activities Visiting Lake Towada in Aomori and Akita Mandy Bartok Lake Towada sits on the border of Aomori and Akita Prefectures and is one of Tohoku's most beautiful spots.
Culture The Charms of Yamagata Prefecture Featured Yamagata invites you to take a step back and experience genuine connection with the people, the land, the culture and the history..
Culture Japan Kokeshi Museum, Naruko Onsen Anna van Dyk The kokeshi doll is one of Japan's most beloved traditional crafts, and at this museum you can find out more about their history,..
Accommodation Hotel Metropolitan Akita Kasia Szumna Metropolitan Akita is a three star hotel next to the Akita Station. I had a pleasure to stay in this very comfortable place and..
8 Culture Matsushima Bon Festival Roger Smith The Umi no Bon Festival is Matsushima's version of the summer time custom to remember ancestors and unite the community. The..
