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[Yamagata Prefecture] 4 famous spots for viewing autumn leaves in Yamagata! Check them out on your next day off!

When it comes to autumn foliage in Tohoku, Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture and the Shirakami-Sanchi Mountains in Aomori Prefecture are famous, but Yamagata Prefecture also has many famous autumn foliage spots. While the best time to see the leaves varies depending on the location, most of the best viewing season is in October.

HarumakiHarumaki2017.11.07

Mount Chokai

What is the "Long-Armed, Long-Legged" yokai of Mount Chokai? It is said to have been defeated by the volcano god, Omokami-no-kami...

Mount Chokai, which straddles Akita and Yamagata prefectures, is one of Japan's 100 most scenic spots and is also counted among Japan's 100 most famous mountains. With an elevation of over 2,300 meters, its peak soars above the clouds...

Editorial staffEditorial staff2017.10.25

The autumn leaves in Aomori Prefecture peak in October! 3 popular spots for viewing autumn leaves!

Located in the northernmost part of Tohoku, Aomori Prefecture experiences its autumn foliage change quite early. Most areas reach their peak between early and late October. For those who want to enjoy the autumn leaves early...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.10.11

[Miyagi] The Zao Echo Line is the perfect autumn drive! Full of autumn leaves and fruit...

The pleasant weather of autumn makes you want to go on an active drive. The beautiful scenery of autumn leaves is a great way to feel good. For this reason, the best autumn drive in Miyagi Prefecture is the Zao Echo Light...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.10.11

[Fukushima] Opened in 2017. The famous bar at the popular roadside station "Kunimi Atsukashinosato"...

Kunimi Atsukashinosato Roadside Station opened in May 2017 in Kunimi Town, Date County, in northern Fukushima Prefecture. Kunimi Town is known for its abundant agricultural products, including peaches.

HazukiHazuki2017.08.22

[Akita] Enjoy nature to the fullest! 4 recommended driving courses!

A tour of the Oga Peninsula, where you can fully enjoy the Sea of ​​Japan. Akita Prefecture is rectangular, stretching from north to south. The Oga Peninsula, jutting out from the west, is the birthplace of Namahage. Along the coast...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2017.03.10

Hirosaki Castle

5 must-see tourist spots in Aomori!

Aomori Prefecture, rich in nature, is home to many beautiful sights that you will never see in other prefectures. As the northernmost prefecture in Tohoku, you might think it's a bit far to get there from the Kanto or Kansai regions...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2016.11.10

Mount Kurikoma

Enjoy the flavors of Akita while admiring the autumn leaves! 3 recommended spots to see the autumn leaves in Akita

Enjoy the flavors of autumn while viewing the autumn leaves! Oyasukyo Onsen A 40-minute drive along a country road from Yuzawa Station in Akita Prefecture brings the hot spring town into view. This area, also known as Oyasukyo Onsen, is located on the other side of the road...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2016.11.07

Kesennuma Oshima

[Miyagi] 3 Recommended Scenic Spots Along the Sea

Along the coast of Miyagi Prefecture, you can enjoy beautiful scenery and a wide variety of seafood. The Sanriku Sea receives abundant nutrients from the surrounding mountains via rivers, making it ideal for oysters.

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2016.10.31

Inaniwa udon

[Akita] Yokote & Yuzawa Area: Full of Food and Sightseeing Attractions!

A variety of attractive tourist destinations. The area around Yokote and Yuzawa in Akita Prefecture has historically been famous for its many hot springs. Furthermore, with Mount Kurikoma at its center, there are many famous spots where you can enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2016.10.27

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