7 days in Tohoku Itinerary

Human history and nature combine seamlessly in Sendai, with the influence of each never far away in this green and storied city.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sun): contemplate the long history of Godaido, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, take in the spiritual surroundings of Zuiganji, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Entsu-in Temple, and finally take in the waterfront activity at Matsushima Bay. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Mon): contemplate the long history of Osaki Hachiman Shrine, stroll around Aobayama Park, don't miss a visit to Zuihoden, then step into the grandiose world of Sendaijo Ato, then make a trip to Jozenji-dori Avenue, and finally make a trip to Sendai Station.

For reviews, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Sendai travel planner.

Jerusalem, Israel to Sendai is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Jerusalem to Sendai is 7 hours. When traveling from Jerusalem in October, plan for slightly colder days in Sendai, with highs around 21°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Mon) so you can take a train to Aomori.

Facing Mutsu Bay on the northernmost tip of Honshu, Aomori is a bustling regional capital known for its fresh seafood and modern architecture.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Tue): explore the ancient world of Sannai-Maruyama Site, admire the masterpieces at Aomori Museum of Art, then examine the collection at Seikan Ferry Memorial Ship Hakkodamaru, then admire the striking features of Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse, and finally admire the striking features of Aomori Prefecture Tourist Centerl ASPAM.

To see traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Aomori online day trip planner.

Traveling by train from Sendai to Aomori takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Sendai in October: high temperatures in Aomori hover around 17°C and lows are around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to drive to Towada.

Tucked away among the foothills of the Hakkoda mountain range, Towada tourism revolves around its eponymous lake and the surrounding national park.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Wed): admire the sheer force of Sensuji no Taki, contemplate the waterfront views at Oirase Gorge, then explore the activities along Kumoi no Taki Waterfall, then admire the sheer force of Choshi Otaki Waterfall, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Oirase River.

To find traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Towada attractions planner.

Drive from Aomori to Towada in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Towada when traveling from Aomori in October, with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) early enough to catch the train to Semboku.

Established in 2005 by the merging of several towns and villages, Semboku boasts an Old Japan atmosphere, punctuated by traditional onsen resorts, old samurai houses, and weeping cherry trees.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Thu): contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Tazawa, admire the landmark architecture of Ishiguro Samurai House, then wander the streets of Samurai District, then get engrossed in the history at Aoyagi Samurai Manor Museum, and finally admire the verdant scenery at Dakigaeri Valley.

To see ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Semboku road trip planning site.

Traveling by train from Towada to Semboku takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Towada in October since evenings lows in Semboku dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.