Chasing Cherry Blossoms
This year, cherry blossoms are expected to bloom in early-mid April.
Here are some of the best places to view them:
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Tourism
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Kanayama Tanada terraced rice fields throughout the seasons
Nestled away in the mountains of Ichinoseki is Kanayama Tanada. Kanayama Tanada is a terraced rice field with 50 uniquely shaped rice...
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Tategamori Ark Farm, where food is life
館ヶ森アーク牧場 Nestled on the Fujisaki hillside resides a grand farm resembling 'that of the outskirts of Munich' as Jurgen Schmidt, a...
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Mt. Kurikoma, autumn foliage route
栗駒山 Mt. Kurikoma (1626m) also known as Mt. Sukawadake in Iwate, is a volcano that borders Iwate, Akita and Miyagi prefectures. It boasts...
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Top spots for Autumn Foliage!
One of Tohoku's greatest draw-cards is its intense autumn foliage. Iwate Prefecture has many incredible spots that exemplify the beauty...
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Michinoku Hydrangea Garden
Michinoku Hydrangea Garden is certified by the Japan Hydrangea Association as Japan’s No.1 hydrangea garden.
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Mokusa Swords
In Ichinoseki, the Mokusakaji sword-smiths made Mokusa Swords which are said to be an indispensable part of the Japanese sword's origins.
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