Spring is coming, and of course in Japan that means only one thing: cherry blossoms galore. This year skip the crowded city parks, and head up to the vast lands of northern Japan, to make your sakura season last as long as possible. Here is a quick primer on some…
Akita Prefecture is located in the northwestern part of Japan’s Tohoku region. About 450 kilometers north of Tokyo, it takes just over 3 hours to get from Tokyo Station to Akita Station by bullet train.
Here’s what you need to know about Akita, local cuisine, and activities to help plan your trip.
Gonosen is extremely popular among the Japanese as a local train to ride at least once in a lifetime. Here are its appeal and recommended tourist spots.