Tohoku

Tohoku: A Land of Resilience, Seasons, and Stories

Just 90 minutes from Tokyo lies Tohoku, Japan’s hidden treasure. Far from the fast pace of city life, this vast and varied region offers a glimpse of nature and culture preserved in their most authentic form. Stretching across one-third of Honshu, Japan’s main island, Tohoku sits at the historic crossroads of ancient hunting tribes and central states. Its landscapes remain mostly untouched by tourism, revealing mountain trails, timeless forests, and coastal beauty that invite exploration and reflection.

Tohoku's identity is deeply connected to its geography and people. The Ōu Mountains run like a spine through the region, dividing it into two distinct climate ecosystems–from the Pacific Ocean to the Japan Sea. This natural diversity is mirrored in Tohoku’s spiritual and cultural traditions. The people’s warmth can be felt in everything from their food, spiritual traditions, and cultural heritage. Experience this spirit first-hand as you walk alongside Yamabushi monks in traditional white robes, following ancient pilgrimage paths through thousand-year-old cedar forests to the holy place of Shengundo. 

An Immersive Adventure That Awakens the Senses

Tohoku is more than a destination—it’s a journey for all five senses. Hear the waves crash along the Michinoku Coastal Trail, a 1,000 km route tracing the Pacific coast from the Aomori Prefecture to Fukushima Prefecture. Smell the crisp mountain air. Taste regional flavors rooted in centuries-old food traditions. Feel the textures of the landscape underfoot. See resilience in motion, as communities continue to rebuild and thrive after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Tohoku invites you not just to visit—but to pause, connect, and be transformed.