Jul 18, 2014 - 1 min read

Travels in Northern Japan

An unforgettable experience in the north of Japan

By Akane Wakasugi

Community writer

Aomori: All you see is green and calm water, all you hear is the murmur of the stream here at Oirase Keiryu

Oirase River in Aomori: Another shot, another natural beauty

Beautiful contrast during the Aomori summer

Hokkaido: Contemplate the legend of Yoshitsune at Yoshitsune temple

Hokkaido: The main gate of Yoshitsune Temple

Akita: At the Kanto Festival in Akita you can see lots of lights called Kanto which are hung on a tall pole

Akita: Every Kanto has a Kanji character on it

Akita: The Kanto look like this from afar

When we hear "Tohoku" we tend to think about the disaster in 2011, however, once you go and see what's going there, you will be surprised. Discover a rare and calm beauty in Aomori's natural landscape, go back in time at a historic temple in Hokkaido or experience a traditional Japanese 'Kanto' festival in Akita.

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By Akane Wakasugi

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Elena Lisina 6 years ago

I aslo prefer the nothern part of Japan as it's quiet, has great nature and culture.

Bonson Lam 10 years ago

Hi Akane, I hope you enjoyed your trip to Akita. I am looking forward to reading some Akita specific articles in the future. The Kanto Festival is coming up soon! https://en.japantravel.com/akita/akita-kanto-lantern-festival/2183

Justin Velgus 10 years ago

Some good photos here, however I was a little disappointed. I felt the northern Japan focus is much too broad to capture with a few random photos of Hokkaido, Aomori, and Akita. You mention Tohoku, but then include Hokkaido pictures. Maybe if this was a more focused topic such as Tohoku festivals, nature in the north, or historical locations north of Nikko, I would have been happier. I hope to see more of your photos and articles, but with a more concentrated approach.

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