City: Tohoku
Top Things to do in Tohoku
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Top 10 Multi-day Tours in Tohoku, Japan
The Tōhoku region (東北地方, Tōhoku-chihō), Northeast region, or Northeast Japan consists of the northeastern portion of Honshu, the largest island of Japan. This traditional region consists of six prefectures (ken): Akita, Aomori, Fukushima, Iwate, Miyagi and Yamagata.
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1. Fukushima Disaster Area 2-Day Tour from Tokyo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
On March 11, 2011, the Great East Japan Earthquake happened. It was a magnitude 9.0–9.1 and the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in Japan. The earthquake triggered a powerful Tsunami that reached a maximum of 40.5 meters and traveled up to 10 km inland. At present, more than 15,000 people are counted as dead and over 2,500 people as still missing. Even worse, we lost control of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant. On this tour, we visit the coastal area of Fukushima. We hope you can get a real perspective of the damage caused by the disaster and the effect it had on Fukushima. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and can have an important impact on your life.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide
Exclusions: Food (Lunch and dinner, average 3,000-4,000JPY ), Other extra expence
Reviewed By Paradise474796
Wonderful tour experiencing what has actually occurred, what are currently going on in Fukushima since the incidents. I went far beyond my expectation and could not be better. The well-experienced tour guide gave us much insight on top of what we saw and hear there. The 3-hour tour of damaged nuclear power plant which is not currently open for public would particularly be a highlight of this tour. Directly guided by staff of the power company with a Geiger counter hung from the neck of each one. Tours go around the area show us the unmanageable power of Tsunami and seriousness of the radioactive contamination.
2. Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant visit 2 day tour from Tokyo
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 8 reviews
Visit an Fukushima coast area on this interesting 2 day trip to Fukushima from Tokyo. See where the tsunami hit in 2011, and the former residential zones that are now abandoned and where people evacuated from due to nuclear power plant accident then come back there to rebuild their community. Travel to within 12 miles (20 kilometers) of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, damaged during the earthquake, but stay safe with the help and knowledge of your guide. In this tour, we can access Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.
Inclusions: Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle, English and Japanese speaking guide, Geiger counter (to measure radiation dose)
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 408allisonk
The guide was very informative which made me feeling safe the entire time. I liked the addition of other people from the area who told us about how their lives have changed since the disaster. The abandoned towns were so interesting. Everything was either frozen in time from the earthquake with the dishes still spilled off shelves, or taken back by nature. It was also nice though to see the community being rebuilt. I definitely recommend this tour to anyone who likes to go a bit off the beaten path, or even those who want an excuse to get out of Tokyo for the day and see the Japanese countryside. Make sure to try one of the peaches, the Fukushima prefecture is well known for them!
3. Oku-Matsushima 2-Day Local Homestay and Fishing Experience
Book this 2-day tour in the Matsushima area and stay overnight at a local family's house, experience fishing with a local expert, and enjoy the freshest seafood BBQ. Matsushima is well known as one of Japan’s three most scenic destinations. Enjoy the mesmerizing coastal landscape of Matsushima with over 260 pine-covered islands while your local guide explains the fascinating local history especially about the famous shogunate, Masamune Date, the samurai ruler of the Sendai region who was known as ”Dokuganryu” (one-eyed hero) as he could only see with one eye. where you will enjoy the following unique and local experiences.
Inclusions: Overnight accommodation, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Local guide, English translator during dinner and fishing experience, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
4. Overnight Stay at Takinoyu Ryokan in an Annex Special Tatami Room with Onsen and Meals
Takinoyu is a ryokan located in Tendo city in the Yamagata prefecture, the northern part of the Japanese mainland, Honshu. It is a popular ryokan with a history of over 100 years. You can choose from different room types -- traditional Japanese style, Western style, Japanese-Western style - with an open-air rotenburo onsen (outdoor hot spring). Your meals are prepared with fresh organic vegetables grown in the ryokan's own garden.
Inclusions: Overnight accommodation in an Annex special room with Tatami, Breakfast, Dinner, Communal bath access, Yukata rental (Japanese-style robe), Bath towel rental, Wi-Fi access
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Infant meals
Reviewed By GaryL537
Located about a kilometre from the Station and 5 minutes walk to Tendō Park. The room was one of the largest we stayed in at Japan. The staff were very helpful. The building and interior is a little dated but clean and in good condition. The onsen is large. Breakfast has a good range of food but it run out early so you need to arrive at the restaurant no later than 8am
5. 2-Day Ochijuku Stay and Nikko Sightseeing Tour
Explore Ochijuku, the traditional and nostalgic town in Fukushima area. Also, you will have a time to visit Nikko on Day 2.
Inclusions: Breakfast, If you select "With assistant option", English-speaking assistant, Zen meditation on Day 2, Local transportation fee on Day 1 and Day 2, Hotel arrangement (Breakfast included), Hotel pick-up and drop-off, If you select "No assistant option", Information sheet, Breakfast
Exclusions: If you select "With assistant option", Lunch and dinner, If you select "No assistant option", English-speaking assistant, Local transportation fee on Day 1 and Day 2, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
6. Discover Tohoku -2 Days Trip to Zao and Fox Village from Tokyo
On this 2 day trip you will be exploring the beautiful Zao area and visiting the cute fox village. The tour will start in Tokyo, where you will meet your guide in Tokyo station and from there travel together to the Yamagata Prefecture. You will be exploring Mount Zao and along the way see the Jizo statue, and at the top see the beautiful Okama crater. You will also be visiting the fox village, where you can go and see Japanese foxes. For this tour there will be accommodations included, where you will be staying at the Zao Astraea Hotel, where here you can enjoy an Onsen (Japanese hot springs) to relax from your exciting adventurous day.
Inclusions: Accommodation in Zao, Dinner on Day 1, Breakfast on Day 2
Exclusions: Lunch, Bus fare from Yamagata station to Zao Onsen bus stop (1,000yen), Ropeway fare (2,600yen), Shinkansen ticket for JR PASS holder, Admission fee (Fox village: 1,000yen), Tour assistant and guide (We will send you detailed information itinerary)
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
7. Local life experience with Bar hopping and Morning markets with guides
Since the guide accompanies, you can enter shops and popular stores that you can not easily enter alone. You can eat in the morning market without worrying about having delicious food introduced. Enjoy the culture and life unique to Hachinohe while enjoying exchange with local people. ○ {22:00} Meeting (Hachinohe Portal Museum Hachimae) ○ 22:05-22:30 Yokocho Orientation ○ {22:30-04:00} Tour of Yokocho (plan: 4 houses) ○ {05:00-06:00} Visit Japan's leading morning market in front of Mutsuminato Station ○ 06:15-07:00 Morning bath in public bath ○ 07:30 Dissolution (Hachinohe Station) (Transportation during the tour: small taxi)
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle
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8. 2-Day Thatched Roof Craftsman Visit in Ouchijuku and Trekking
For 1 night and 2 days enjoy the great nature that Aizu has to offer with this tour! From Tokyo time slip back to the Edo period in Ouchijuku. A once flourished post down where feudal lords and soldiers stayed at, the building and the atmosphere really gives the feeling that you went back in time! While at the Ouchijuku village you will be able to have a hands on experience of making thatched roof with of course with the help of a professional thatched roof craftsman. On the next day you will arrive at Kannon-numa, where you will be able to trek around the area. The Kannon-numa Pond is very beautiful area filled with varities of flowers, trees, and wild birds. The walk around the pond is especially beautiful that you would want to take a picture.
Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast on Day 2, Dinner on Day 1, Local guide in Ou chijuku and Kannon-numa, Taxi from Kannon-numa to Aizu-Tajima station
Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Tokyo, Local train fare (Aizu-Tajima to Yunokami-onsen, and Yunokami-onsen to Aizu-shimogo) *Approx. 1,500 yen, Lunch
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
9. 2-Day Tour to Watch the Paradise of Winter Birds with a Local Guide in Miyagi
【OUTLINE】 While walking with a knowledgeable guide, admire tens of thousands of waterfowls in Izunuma marsh. Gain an insight into the development of the human and nature existing together in harmony. Interact with people who protect and live with beautiful nature while being exposed to their heartwarming lives. You will make an everlasting memory from the 2 days that you cannot experience in the city. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Bird watching 2 times in the morning and the evening in Izunuma marsh, the wetland registered under the Ramsar Convention ・Observe and learn the lifestyle of Japanese farmers ・Lunch of locally-grown vegetables and branded pork ・Bottling activity of home-brewed sake called 'doburoku' (optional) ・Cook a local breakfast by yourself and enjoy it (optional)
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Experience fee, Accommodation, Transportation, Taxes such as consumption tax
Exclusions: Dinner on Day 1, Expenses such as transportation not included in the course, Personal expenses
Reviewed By liangyuc1911
it was an amazing experience!! with the glass bottles i could use it was so fun and and simple!!!!!!!
10. Odate local farm stay experience
Travel to the country town of Odate in Akita prefecture by local bus from Morioka station. Experience a night with a local family in their house. Depending on the season and weather, there will be a variety of activities organized by the family for you to participate in, such as making dinner together, farm activities etc. Depending on the numbers, you may stay in separate farm houses.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: Towels are not included at the farm stay. They can be added for an additional cost by request., WiFi on board, Bath and toilet are shared facilities at the farm stay house.
