Tohoku Walking & Hiking Tour

For those who are looking to go off the beaten path and away from the big cities, the Tohoku region offers its visitors the chance to witness a more traditional side of Japan where spirituality and the beauty of nature take center stage. Throughout this tour, you will explore off the beaten path attractions, stay at quaint accommodations, and taste local cuisine and regional specialties. Join All Japan Tours, as we take you through the Tohoku region with an English-speaking guide at your side. Enjoy the stunning scenery and beautiful views throughout your journey.

Start in Tokyo, as you take a walking tour around the city's highlights, including Asakusa Temple and Hamarikyu Garden. On your tour, venture to extraordinary places such as the sacred mountains of Mt. Haguro, Mt. Gassan and Mt. Yudono that make up Dewa Sanzan, as well as renowned national parks such as Nikko National Park and Ozu National Park. We will step into Japan’s cultural history as we visit Nikko’s Toshogu Shrine, one of Japan’s many UNESCO World Heritage sites, and even dive deeper into the Tono Valley countryside to learn a bit about Japanese folklore. While on our journey, we stay in less westernized accommodations such as Yamagoya (mountain lodges), Minshuku (family-run guest houses), Ryokan (traveler’s inns), and even Shukubo (temple lodges) where you can get a taste of the everyday life of a Buddhist monk. You will also make a trip to Nyuto Onsen, a hot spring town famous for its ryokans that have onsen each with their own water source, even some with milky-white water guaranteed to rejuvenate travelers after a long day’s journey.