These Sakura Itineraries Will Take You to Japan’s Best Viewing Spots Throughout April!
Maximise your chances of witnessing the captivating beauty of cherry blossoms in Tohoku!
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Cruises & Land Journeys, Editor's Pick, Japan, Travel, Travel Inspiration, Travel Stories, Trip Planning
Winter in Tohoku: 9 Ways to Enjoy the Snowy Season in the Northernmost Region of Mainland Japan
This underrated gem packs a punch with ‘snow monsters’, wintertime sakura, and all-you-can-eat seafood!
Winter in Nagano & Niigata: Ski Resorts, Hotpot in an Igloo & 8 Other Things to Do
The goal is to get to this level of “chill” around Japan’s snowy Shin’etsu region.
Dine Like Royalty in These Joyful Trains: Roving Restaurants & Cafes with Scenic Views
Here’s the lowdown on the three food-related Joyful Trains and our unforgettable experience inside the posh Tohoku Emotion.
Experience Autumn with Tohoku’s Joyful Trains: Pikachus, Footbaths, Nature Walks & More!
This is our personal account of an unforgettable adventure on Tohoku’s themed rails, best enjoyed during autumn.
Cruises & Land Journeys, Editor's Pick, Japan, Travel, Travel Inspiration, Travel Stories, Trip Planning
Experience Nagano & Niigata’s Joyful Trains: Sake Tastings, Art Galleries, Planetarium Onboard and more!
After much anticipation to our Joyful Trains rides, here’s a recount of our experience on Nagano and Niigata’s themed rails.
Carousel, Cruises & Land Journeys, Culture & Heritage, Editor's Pick, Japan, Travel, Travel Inspiration
Hanabi Season Is Coming! You’d Wanna Be in Japan for These 8 Fantastic Fireworks Festivals!
Flashes of colour, gasps of wonder — be dazzled by the displays at these firework festivals!
5 Biggest Summer Festivals in Tohoku You Must Catch (and the History Behind Them)!
Dazzling colours, lights and smiles are abound in Japan’s brightest summer festivals!
The Ultimate Food & Sakura Itinerary That Maximises the JR East Pass (Tohoku)
Take the train across Tohoku and enjoy sumptuous food and beautiful flower parks!
Spring in Nagano and Niigata: Rainbow Fields, Melting Snow + 10 Things to See
From blossom seas to fresh picks, check out these beauties of nature to usher in new beginnings!
6 Insta-worthy Sakura Spots in Japan: Vibrant Blossoms, Snow-capped Mountains + More!
The Japanese sakura blossoms in these easily accessible spots in Tohoku are especially beautiful.
Winter Blessings in Eastern Japan: Onsens, Snow Monsters, Speciality Hotpots & More!
Eastern Japan is a magical wonderland come winter - there's just so much to explore, eat and do!
