Lake · Towada
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"A dramatic caldera lake ideal for scenic boat excursions, surrounded by forested hills and serving as a gateway to nearby national-park hikes." - Travel + Leisure Editors
Tourist attraction · Fukaura
Mysterious blue pool, forest trails, hiking, camping site
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Mountain range · Aomori
Skiing, hiking, hot springs, cable car, stunning autumn views
Japanese inn · Kuroishi
Secluded oil lantern-lit mountain ryokan with natural hot springs
Tenant ownership · Hachinohe
Local food stalls offer regional dishes and sake with friendly owners
Castle · Hirosaki-shi
Historic castle & towers amid 2,600 cherry trees & gardens
· Nakadomari
Soba shop serving handmade noodles with pork rib and miso
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Restaurant · Shibuya
Gourmet set courses with seasonal ingredients & Japanese wine pairings.
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Ramen restaurant · Shibuya
Michelin-starred ramen with truffle-infused shoyu soba
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Inn · Tanabe
Japanese-style rooms, communal kitchen, laundry, helpful host
Kaiseki restaurant · Nara-shi
Artfully created kaiseki with seasonal ingredients, engaging service
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