6 DAYS TOHOKU PRIVATE TOUR
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One of the best places to experience Japanese history in the Kanto region is Sawara, also known as Koedo, or Little Edo. What you'll find here is the atmosphere of Japan's Edo period (1603-1867) with its old buildings, traditional crafts, and living history.
Shiroishi Castle Park is one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots. During the cherry blossom festival from early to late April, the cherry blossoms bloom in full glory. Gazing at the clear blue sky and being surrounded by the brilliant cherry blossoms, one cannot help but feel refreshed. On clear days, you can even see the remaining snow on Mt. Zao in the distance. Crossing the bridge that spans the railway within the park, you are greeted by seemingly endless rows of cherry blossoms along the riverbank. This is one of the starting points for the famous " Hitome Senbonzakura (View of a Thousand Cherry Trees)." 
The 260 islands of Matsushima Bay, also famous for Matsushima Bay Cruises are collectively considered one of the "Three Most Scenic Spots of Japan." Even legendary haiku poet Matsuo Basho (1644-1694) struggled to describe the beauty he encountered here on the coast of Miyagi Prefecture in Tohoku.
Genbikei Gorge is a national scenic spot and natural monument formed by the erosion of the Iwai River, which flows from Mount Kurikoma into the city of Ichinoseki over a long period of time. The approximately 2-kilometer stretch of emerald-green water features the scenic beauty of the gorge, with both "quiet" and "dynamic" elements such as bizarre rocks, huge boulders, potholes, deep pools, and waterfalls. In spring, you can see pale pink cherry blossoms, in summer, refreshing green, in autumn, fiery red leaves, and in winter, solemn snow scenes. Each season offers different beautiful landscapes at Genbikei, which was praised by Date Masamune, the lord of Sendai, as "the two great scenic spots of my domain along with Matsushima."
Ranked among Japan's top 100 scenic spots, the renowned Genbikei Gorge. The 100-meter-tall cliffs formed by the erosion of the Satetsu River boast stunning views of bizarre rocks, caves, and waterfalls. One of Genbikei's highlights is the "boat ride" steered by a boatman with a single pole. The seasonal scenery is spectacular, starting with fresh greenery in spring, wisteria flowers in May, autumn leaves in October, and snowy landscapes in winter. At the turnaround point of the boat dock, a walking path leads to the bizarre rock "Shishigahana," which is the namesake of Genbikei Gorge.
Hiraizumi Town is located in Iwate Prefecture in the Tohoku region of Japan. In 2011, it was registered as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site under the title "Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land." The Hiraizumi World Heritage consists of five sites in Hiraizumi Town: Chuson-ji Temple, Motsu-ji Temple, the ruins of Kanjizaio-in, the ruins of Muryoko-in, and Mt. Kinkeisan.
Naruko Gorge is a grand canyon formed by the erosion of the Oya River, designated as a scenic spot in Miyagi Prefecture and located within Kurikoma National Park. The cliffs extend about 100 meters, with numerous bizarre rocks and trees growing from the rock formations, creating a majestic landscape. It is also one of the top autumn foliage viewing spots in the Tohoku region, with the autumn leaves adorning the gorge offering breathtaking views. 
In the beautiful natural environment of Zao, over 100 foxes are freely roaming in the Zao Fox Village, where you can get up close and personal with these adorable creatures. In recent years, thanks to photos on social media, many foreign tourists have been attracted to visit Zao Fox Village. Especially from autumn to winter, the foxes' fur becomes the most fluffy and soft, making it the best season to capture their cute appearances. 
Sitting on the border of Yamagata and Miyagi prefectures, Mt. Zao is one of Tohoku's most prominent mountains. Within the mountain lies Okama Crater, a breathtaking caldera lake famous for its changes in color. The deep, water-filled crater is similar in shape (though not in size) to an “okama” cooking pot, thus giving the volcano its name. 
A combination of perfect winter weather and Zao's high altitude give birth to these monsters of the mountains. Cold air blowing from Siberia is trapped by the mountains running north to south through Tohoku. Water droplets in the air freeze onto the trees, creating towering monsters of snow and ice. While there are several places in the world to see this phenomenon, Zao is one of the largest.
Nicchu Line Weeping Cherry Trees - The disused section of the former Japan National Railways Nichu Line, which was abandoned in 1984, has been transformed into a promenade. Starting from the entrance located a 5-minute walk west of Kitakata Station, the 3-kilometer-long path features approximately 1,000 weeping cherry trees, forming one of Japan's largest weeping cherry tree avenues. At the midpoint of the path, there is a display of the steam locomotive (SL) that used to run there, offering a beautiful collaboration with the weeping cherry blossoms. The cherry blossom tunnel is a perfect spot for photography.
Nanokamachi-dori Street, with its Taisho Romantic atmosphere, was a major road during the feudal era, serving as one of the main roads of the five Aizu highways: Nikko, Echigo, and Yonezawa highways. It was lined with shops, inns, and restaurants, serving as the western gateway of the castle town. Even after the Meiji era, this street continued to prosper and was bustling as Aizu's most lively downtown area until around the 1950s. Although it experienced a decline, the street has since been revived with a Taisho Romantic feel, making it a popular spot for tourists.
Ouchi-juku is a post town built around the 17th century and has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. The street is lined with thatched-roof houses, resembling a snapshot of the Edo period (1603-1867). Through the display of everyday items and traditional Japanese hearths, visitors can glimpse the customs of that era, providing an experience that feels like stepping back in time. 
Tonohetsuri is a scenic spot located in Shimogō Town, Minamiaizu District, Fukushima Prefecture. In the Aizu dialect, "hetsuri" means "steep cliffs." As the name suggests, the rock walls are eroded to a width that people can walk through, and these rock walls are lined up like towers, hence the name "Tonohetsuri." This natural beauty has been created through long-term erosion and weathering. It was designated as a national natural monument in 1943. 
Built on the remains of an underground quarry, the Oya History Museum allows visitors to understand the quarrying history of Oya stone, a specialty of Utsunomiya. The exhibition hall showcases materials related to the large-scale quarrying of Oya stone from the mid-Edo period to 1959, including transportation tools and the evolution of quarrying methods. The underground quarry covers an area of 20,000 square meters and is 30 meters deep, with the deepest point reaching 60 meters. The average temperature is only 8°C. Over time, approximately 10 million stones have been quarried, creating a space large enough to fit an entire baseball field. Besides exhibitions, the museum also hosts concerts, theatrical performances, Noh performances, and more, making it a versatile venue.
One of the three largest Buddha statues in the world, Ushiku Daibutsu is said to be big enough to hold Nara Prefecture's Todaiji Buddha statue in its hand. Visit and climb this statue to take in amazing views of the area and learn about the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism.
