Food Tomitaya Zao Onsen Hannah Warren Unlike most of Japan, lamb is popular in this part of Yamagata, and it is almost always eaten barbeque style.
Activities Jozenji Street Jazz Festival Sendai 2026 Justin Velgus Starting back in 1987 on a department store stage, the festival soon moved outdoors into the streets. Recently the growing fe...
Transportation JR East Shin-Hanamaki Station Chris Barnes Shin-Hanamaki Station is located in central Iwate and is your gateway to exploring Hanamaki and its surrounds.
Transportation JR East Shin-Aomori Station Chris Barnes The JR East Shin-Aomori station is your gateway to Aomori city via the Tohoku Shinkansen line.
18 Culture The Making of Nambu Dye Sarashanti Manufacturing process of traditional dyed cloth that has lasted for more than 300 years.
15 Activities Yamadera by Evening Hannah Warren Yamadera is a lovely place anytime of the year, but on summer evenings you can take your time and watch the sun set over the ...
10 Culture Shogi in Tendo City Hannah Warren The streets of Tendo are littered with shogi references to remind us that it is the biggest producer of shogi pieces in Japan.
Shopping Hacchi Portal Museum, Hachinohe Peter Sidell In Hachinohe in Japan's Aomori prefecture, Hacchi is a one-stop information center for the sights and history of the area, al...
