Title: Things to Do in Tohoku in 2026 | Expedia.com [Tohoku Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Tohoku.dx6048156)[Hotels in Tohoku](https://expedia.com/Tohoku-Hotels.d6048156.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Tohoku](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Tohoku.d6048156.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Tohoku](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Tohoku.d6048156.Car-Rental-Guide)[Tohoku Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Tohoku.d6048156.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Tohoku ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Tohoku Types of activities Where to stay [Tohoku Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Tohoku.dx6048156) ![Tohoku](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103730/d5ea1bea-a475-49d9-b4e4-874859935919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tohoku](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103730/a7472822-08d9-4c79-bed3-a06b8197a66b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tohoku](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103730/8d6fbe6a-8c0c-4482-b083-b0523b5229ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tohoku](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103730/328c497a-3a08-4dac-827b-4759f5f6071f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tohoku](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103730/766b198c-ff96-43b4-8695-45876b3ca188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Tohoku Attractions Explore the best sights in Tohoku with some popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048156&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips), or try out our list of {19 fun activities in Tohoku [fun activities in Tohoku](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048156&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most popular activities in Tohoku ### Tours & day trips [See all 82 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Enjoy the sake and food! “Terrorism” Akiu Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4189991/c238de79-73b7-408e-bebc-aab5a6377660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Enjoy the sake and food! “Terrorism” Akiu Course 3h Free cancellation available $77 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/enjoy-the-sake-and-food-terrorism-akiu-course.a4189991.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Hirosaki 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3056506/eb820f9f-5fca-4b6e-b76d-4100869b5042.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hirosaki 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide 6h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $293 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/hirosaki-6hr-private-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a3056506.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Sendai / Matsushima Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3451834/3c54384c-37f6-4fdd-a699-3c9b51898c15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sendai / Matsushima Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide 4h 9.6/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $206 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sendai-matsushima-half-day-private-tour-with-nationally-licensed-guide.a3451834.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Private Romantic Waking Tour In Sendai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3355440/2b332965-98ba-45a6-9da3-ff1125759ab2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Romantic Waking Tour In Sendai 2h Free cancellation available $634 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/romantic-tour-in-sendai.a3355440.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Shiogama: Food Tour, taste fresh Tuna and Japanese Sweets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48575590/6a12b835-d17d-4721-bf27-2dac32ca49b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shiogama: Food Tour, taste fresh Tuna and Japanese Sweets 5h Free cancellation available $122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/shiogama-food-tour-taste-fresh-tuna-and-japanese-sweets.a48575590.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Sendai Private Izakaya and Bar Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49366633/e47040c5-61ff-47bc-9705-81fa304d6464.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sendai Private Izakaya and Bar Tour 5h 10/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $125 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sendai-private-izakaya-and-bar-tour.a49366633.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Sendai: Local Foodie Tour, wander around the gourmet town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48580689/23413c12-c19f-4416-a1e1-56367c91a368.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sendai: Local Foodie Tour, wander around the gourmet town 3h 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/local-foodie-tour-in-sendai-wander-around-the-gourmet-town.a48580689.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Yamagata / Yamadera 6hr Private Trip with Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47420033/e6924838-784d-4b0e-a235-632aa2cc5a6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yamagata / Yamadera 6hr Private Trip with Licensed Guide 6h Free cancellation available $293 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/yamagata-yamadera-6hr-private-trip-with-licensed-guide.a47420033.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Akita: Kakunodate Samurai District & Residence Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51511831/14332378-a3b6-426a-ad36-18e2afe7e231.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akita: Kakunodate Samurai District & Residence Tour 2h Free cancellation available $212 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akita-kakunodate-samurai-district-residence-tour.a51511831.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Get your seal! Visit the mysterious temple tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4201731/4757e9f4-0867-4f86-b80c-17c78ea2e65a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Get your seal! Visit the mysterious temple tour 3h 30m Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/get-your-seal-visit-the-mysterious-temple-tour.a4201731.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Enjoy the sake and food! “Terrorism” Akiu Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4189991/c238de79-73b7-408e-bebc-aab5a6377660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Enjoy the sake and food! “Terrorism” Akiu Course 3h Free cancellation available $77 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/enjoy-the-sake-and-food-terrorism-akiu-course.a4189991.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Get your seal! Visit the mysterious temple tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4201731/4757e9f4-0867-4f86-b80c-17c78ea2e65a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Get your seal! Visit the mysterious temple tour 3h 30m Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/get-your-seal-visit-the-mysterious-temple-tour.a4201731.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Sakutto from the inn! Hot spring town short course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4181042/0fd06416-10da-4c01-b301-b491bb524946.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sakutto from the inn! Hot spring town short course 1h Free cancellation available $54 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sakutto-from-the-inn-hot-spring-town-short-course.a4181042.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50319661/7dfc8120-7941-429d-b198-41d9e239b9f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi 1h 15m Free cancellation available $22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/catch-and-dine-a-gourmet-fishing-experience-in-miyagi.a50319661.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![3 Hour Cycling Tour in Kakunodate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47172553/acce4c7b-f3b1-4035-ae82-bbda5f6c134b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Hour Cycling Tour in Kakunodate 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $122 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hour-cycling-tour-in-kakunodate.a47172553.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![VIP Exclusive Hidden Niigata Tour with Artisans and Farmers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49976928/181d6340-3d45-47b9-934e-51a5196a6583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### VIP Exclusive Hidden Niigata Tour with Artisans and Farmers 9h Free cancellation available $343 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/vip-exclusive-hidden-niigata-tour-with-artisans-and-farmers.a49976928.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Japan's original scenery! Gourmet and shopping course of Satoyama](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4211477/b14b4fbb-3db0-4ee0-9ec9-4b7b99157a5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japan's original scenery! Gourmet and shopping course of Satoyama 3h 30m Free cancellation available $70 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/japans-original-scenery-gourmet-and-shopping-course-of-satoyama.a4211477.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Nikko Cycling Tour with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49812895/3768cbf5-c48a-41cb-a9bc-ebdcc0d9d84a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nikko Cycling Tour with Local Guide 5h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $243 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/nikko-cycling-tour-with-local-guide.a49812895.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Authentic! Japanese Ramen Cooking Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51729212/64a0112b-0393-40a1-90d6-bd1370dfc00f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Authentic! Japanese Ramen Cooking Experience 6h Free cancellation available $437 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/authentic-japanese-ramen-cooking-experience.a51729212.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Sword Martial Art Experience in Kakunodate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51036010/e6f330a0-2057-4049-948f-b90b4822f00a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sword Martial Art Experience in Kakunodate 2h 30m $281 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sword-martial-art-experience-in-kakunodate.a51036010.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Sukagawa Tatami Coaster Making Workshop and Factory Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50147870/97ac1465-8a8f-4c6e-80e9-676ea0e879ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sukagawa Tatami Coaster Making Workshop and Factory Tour 1h Free cancellation available $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sukagawa-tatami-coaster-making-workshop-and-factory-tour.a50147870.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Sendai: Create your own original work with a calligrapher!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51830318/76c02519-3dd9-4fc3-b51f-7692b3cf85a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sendai: Create your own original work with a calligrapher! 2h Free cancellation available $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sendai-create-your-own-original-work-with-a-calligrapher.a51830318.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![Demolition show sushi making classic cafe tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2976543/be5212c5-4642-4699-8ad2-3fd54dbd1616.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Demolition show sushi making classic cafe tour 3h 30m Free cancellation available $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/demolition-show-sushi-making-classic-cafe-tour.a2976543.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ![2 Hours Private Zen Meditation Experience in Kakunodate](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51044557/62d0100f-e329-433d-9502-8d8fbd50d635.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 Hours Private Zen Meditation Experience in Kakunodate 2h $178 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/2-hours-private-zen-meditation-experience-in-kakunodate.a51044557.activity-details?&rid=6048156&location=Tohoku&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Tohoku | Number of things to do | 19 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sendai: Traditional Tea Ceremony Experience](/things-to-do/sendai-traditional-tea-ceremony-experience.a52316126.activity-details): $8 | | Top 5 things to do | [Sendai: Traditional Tea Ceremony Experience](/things-to-do/sendai-traditional-tea-ceremony-experience.a52316126.activity-details)[Sendai: Create your own original work with a calligrapher!](/things-to-do/sendai-create-your-own-original-work-with-a-calligrapher.a51830318.activity-details)[Sendai: Japanese Traditional Sweets making](/things-to-do/sendai-japanese-traditional-sweets-making.a51862759.activity-details)[Sendai 5 Temples Private Tour from Sendai](/things-to-do/sendai-5-temples-private-tour-from-sendai.a52263773.activity-details)[Sakutto from the inn! Hot spring town short course](/things-to-do/sakutto-from-the-inn-hot-spring-town-short-course.a4181042.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Sendai: Traditional Tea Ceremony Experience](/things-to-do/sendai-traditional-tea-ceremony-experience.a52316126.activity-details)[Sendai: Japanese Traditional Sweets making](/things-to-do/sendai-japanese-traditional-sweets-making.a51862759.activity-details) | | With kids | [Sendai: Local Foodie Tour, wander around the gourmet town](/things-to-do/local-foodie-tour-in-sendai-wander-around-the-gourmet-town.a48580689.activity-details)[Sendai / Matsushima Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/sendai-matsushima-half-day-private-tour-with-nationally-licensed-guide.a3451834.activity-details)[Local Foodie Tour in Sendai, wander around the gourmet town](/things-to-do/sendai-local-foodie-tour-in-miyagi.a48650875.activity-details)[Sendai / Matsushima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/sendai-matsushima-full-day-private-tour-with-nationally-licensed-guide.a3451790.activity-details)[Miyagi Sendai Private Tour: Lacquering Experience & Sake Brewery](/things-to-do/whisky-distillery-visit-and-lacquer-painting-experience-in-sendai.a48914412.activity-details) | ## What to do in Tohoku - With kids ### Things to Do in Tohoku with Kids There are plenty of fun activities to do with the kids in and around Tohoku. Keep the gang entertained with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048156&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Tohoku? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Tohoku ![Beautiful Frozen Forest Covered By Powder Snow On The Ropeway To The Hill Of Mount Zao Range, Zao Juhyo Festival, Yamagata , Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104152/2afea211-a3e3-4805-8c3f-c0f3052a2e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort 4.5/5(8 reviews) Hit the slopes in Yamagata with a visit to Zao Hot Springs Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Zao-Hot-Springs-Ski-Resort-Zaoonsen.d6104152.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nasu_NasuHighlandPark_6147715-0438](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147715/8a9416c1-0e39-4f66-831d-88b95510e7bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nasu Highland Park 4/5(1 review) Have a fun-filled day with the family at Nasu Highland Park during your trip to Nasu. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Nasu-Highland-Park-Nasu.d6147715.Vacation-Attraction) ![Appi Kogen Ski Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103730/a7472822-08d9-4c79-bed3-a06b8197a66b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Appi Kogen Ski Resort 4.5/5(6 reviews) Ski miles of groomed slopes and exciting powder runs or relax in steaming onsen baths and lavish hotels at this beautifully maintained ski resort in Tohoku. [](https://expedia.com/Appi-Kogen-Ski-Resort-Hachimantai.d6103730.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oirase Gorge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125406/21517b72-55e0-4812-a031-5a0a3222175a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oirase Gorge 4.5/5(7 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oirase Gorge during your travels in Towada. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Oirase-Gorge-Towada.d553248621532776506.Vacation-Attraction) ![Naruko Onsen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141140/6b936734-6823-4eb6-b76a-720ee80c7e79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Naruko Onsen You can take time to visit Naruko Onsen during your travels to Osaki. Take in the museums and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Naruko-Onsen-Osaki.d553248635810425639.Vacation-Attraction) ![動物園のレッサーパンダ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147718/00adc22f-7d01-490a-96de-e508d2fab2e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nasu Animal Kingdom 4/5(1 review) Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Nasu Animal Kingdom during your travels in Nasu. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and hot springs. [](https://expedia.com/Nasu-Animal-Kingdom-Nasu.d6147718.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hirosaki Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55326/24664392-5cc0-47da-97fd-b0bcb9c0682f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hirosaki Castle 4.5/5(7 reviews) Find out about the history of Hirosaki with a stop at Hirosaki Castle. Take in the festivals and hot springs in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Hirosaki-Castle-Hirosaki.d6102556.Vacation-Attraction) ![the golden path, photo taken at Nougakudo, Chusonji, Hiraizumi, Iwate](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102534/bdf1f04e-da67-4295-ad23-3005d15501fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chuson-ji Temple 5/5(1 review) Chuson-ji Temple is just one of the places to see in Hiraizumi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and temples. [](https://expedia.com/Chuson-Ji-Temple-Hiraizumi.d6102534.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nasu_Nasu_NasuSafariPark_6147723](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6147723/f98378d5-188f-44da-a78d-a6bf03cf7b85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nasu Safari Park Meet the animals who live at Nasu Safari Park during your travels in Nasu. Wander the parks or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Nasu-Safari-Park-Nasu.d6147723.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Tohoku ![Sendai Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939462331099156480/76663d1f-ba0b-4c9e-a2e6-fc32f19a1e30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Sendai While you're in Downtown Sendai, take in top sights like Asaichi Morning Market and jump on the metro at Hirose-dori Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.com/Sendai-Downtown-Sendai.dx939462331099156480) ![Zaoonsen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054141/6d3d48fc-23cc-4f98-8ba5-c79936092d5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zaoonsen 5/5(2 area reviews) While visiting Zaoonsen, you might make a stop by sights like Zao Chuo Ropeway and Zao Sanroku Ropeway. [](https://expedia.com/Yamagata-Zaoonsen.dx553248635976007284) ![Aoba Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/87034377-13d2-4cea-bc0f-4a088d2ffd98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aoba Ward 5/5(52 area reviews) Stroll through the bustling Ichibancho shopping district, home to numerous shops and eateries, or explore the picturesque Jozenji-Dori, adorned with El Greco sculptures and zelkova trees. Conveniently access eight Sendai Subway Nanboku Line stations. [](https://expedia.com/Sendai-Aoba-Ward.dx553248635939578919) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gotanda If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Gotanda and surrounding area, you can visit Iwaki Yumoto Onsen and Iwaki Museum of Historical Artefacts. [](https://expedia.com/Iwaki-Gotanda.dx553248635976381984) ![Jozenji-dori Avenue in Sendai, Japan. Sendai is known as "The City of Forest" for its cityscape with trees to be one important element of the city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007691/a254683c-48ed-4799-a319-d4e1bf31e1d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kokubuncho While you're in Kokubuncho, take in top sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi and jump on the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.com/Sendai-Kokubuncho.dx553248635976007691) ![Sendai_SendaiUminoMoriAquarium_553248633862423840_07](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633862423840/aa13e975-ab11-47fe-9ac8-cb28442a2e8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miyagino Ward 5/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Miyagino Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Miyagino.dx553248635976387154) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Tohoku.dx6048156.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Tohoku ![Akita Kanto Matsuri, Akita, Akita Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/477/d665bd0f-609a-40c1-9402-0e48c5e543e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Akita ![Fukushima](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1216/08b6f80b-f05d-44b2-ae9b-139ec3f2c379.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fukushima ![Hoshino Aomoriya lake and temple in Furumagiyama, Misawa, Aomori, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2422/360cbe7f-9473-4983-bfc6-4334d9d8820e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Misawa ![High-resolution panoramic photo overlooking Sendai. Miyagi Prefecture, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/4cb3e930-7495-494f-b993-64859c4d7225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sendai ![Hirosaki](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55326/a36e0221-c33e-41c3-b37b-6e0bdf3dd7f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hirosaki ![Tanesashi kaigan Coast. The coastline includes both sandy and rocky beaches, and grassy meadows scenic views. Hachinohe, Aomori, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180619/7778348c-817a-4dba-90c8-7445065cd62f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hachinohe ![Nusu Flower World's Tulip; Shutterstock ID 738663520; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500601/4f471918-d7bd-4d90-9aca-da0695a2c8b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nasu ![Shidarezakura Weeping Cherry blossom in Tendo Park or Maizuru Park in Spring season, landmark popular for tourist attractions in Yamagata prefecture, Tohoku, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047771/b8bfc65c-75f7-483a-8c31-4d95421efd01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tendo ## Frequently asked questions ### What to do in Tohoku on a sunny day? > - [Private charter tour to Nikko & Edo Wonderland or hot spring](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-charter-tour-to-nikko-edo-wonderland-or-hot-spring.a889757.activity-details) > - [Tour to Kegon Falls, Nikko Toshogu Shrine & Sake Brewery](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/tour-to-kegon-falls-nikko-toshogu-shrine-sake-brewery.a431033.activity-details) > - [1-Night 2-Day Nikko National Park & UNESCO World Heritage](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/1-night-2-day-nikko-national-park-unesco-world-heritage.a870338.activity-details) > - [11-hour Nikko tour to/from Tokyo with Private Car](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/11-hour-nikko-tour-to-from-tokyo-with-private-car.a817008.activity-details) ### Are there cheap things to do in Tohoku? ### What can you do in Tohoku for free? > - Lake Towada > - Oirase Gorge > - Sendai International Center > - Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall