9 Winter Sports Fujiwara C. Rio Most people pass through this sleepy little area on their way to Hodaigi or Minakami Kogen ski resorts.
7 Camping & Trekking Hotakasan Above the Clouds C. Rio Flanked on all sides by ski resorts, Hotakasan rises high above Minakami and pierces through the clouds.
Camping & Trekking Free Wi-Fi in Sendai Justin Velgus International visitors can be granted a two week free Wi-Fi pass through multiple locations in Miyagi.
12 Seasonal Cherry Blossoms in Sendai Nishikoen Justin Velgus Hanami flower viewing parties can enjoy a number of food stalls set up
7 Water Sports Nishi Kuro Canyoning C. Rio When this happens in Minakami, there is only one thing to do - go canyoning
8 Winter Sports Hodaigi Ski Resort C. Rio Just down the road from my house and about a 20 minute drive from the edge of Minakami, sits Hodagi Ski resort.
11 Seasonal Spring at Maruyama Park Cathy Cawood Photos of spring hanami party at Maruyama park in Kyoto, with people celebrating under lit-up cherry blossom trees.