Tohoku Travel Guide
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Fodor's Chicago 2013
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Tohoku translates as "east-north," and a visit can do more than shift your physical coordinates. Though the Shinkansen has made getting up here easier, it is still a world away from the crowded south. In Tohoku, the mountain villages are more remote, the forests more untamed, and the people more reserved—but don't be fooled, they are quite friendly if you show them you appreciate the pace, look, and feel of things.
Tohoku Hotels
Hotels in Tohoku run the gamut from minuscule to behemoth, and often reflect local character. No matter the destination, make advance lodging reservations...read more
Tohoku Restaurants
Tohoku's a great place for fresh food, whether from the fields, mountains, forests, or seas. Restaurants range from local sake shacks to upscale sushi bars...read more
Things To Do in Tohoku
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in Tohoku
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Tohoku Experiences
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Summer Festivals: Tohoku hosts a number of raucous, tumultuous, and exciting festivals every summer, the Tanabata Matsuri being the top draw... Read more
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The Tohoku region has some 650 onsen (thermal spas) that are mostly located or "hidden" in remote mountain villages. Traveling here (particularly... Read more
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Visitors seeking culinary excellence and diversity will not be disappointed in Tohoku. Restaurants in the region serve the freshest assortment... Read more
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Tohoku's Tanabata festival, one of the largest in Japan, is held every year from August 6 to 8 (heralded by massive fireworks over the river... Read more
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Trip Report Kyushu May 2013
I will try to trace our Kyushu trip for forum members and those interested in this part of Japan.
Here is basic itinerary
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Greetings all
We are back, and I am jotting down a few things quickly while my mind is still fresh.
First off: thanks to the many Japanophiles here on Fodors who infected us with their enthusiasm: hawaiiantraveller, Read more
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Hello all,
I'm trying to set my itinerary and need to decide if I should start my trip with a couple days in Tokyo or end the trip in Tokyo. Read more
