Welcome!! Yamagata Station Festival ‘26

From February 13 to 15, a three-day event will be held at Yamagata Station. Visitors can enjoy hands-on cultural experiences, shop for local specialties, watch live performances.

Must-see Snowscape! Snow Lantern Festival！

This enchanting festival offers a soul-warming escape into a world of flickering lights and serene snowscapes. Enjoy delicious local street food, and experience the very best of Yonezawa’s winter charm.

Southern Tochigi Travel Guide: Top Attractions Just 40 Minutes from Tokyo

Experience Tochigi’s flavors! Enjoy strawberry picking, premium sake, and cultural spots in Southern Tochigi—about 40 minutes from Tokyo!

Explore Iconic Sakura Spots in Tohoku by Shinkansen

Tohoku, a six-prefecture region, offers iconic sights, festivals, and pristine nature. Discover magnificent, less-known sakura spots here, all easily accessible from Tokyo by Shinkansen.

Powder Perfect: Why Your Next Ski Trip Should Be in Tohoku

Japan's Tohoku region has high-quality ski resorts that are off the beaten track but easily accessible from Tokyo, especially on the JR EAST railway network.

GALA Yuzawa : The Perfect Snowy Day Trip from Tokyo

Planning a ski trip near Tokyo? Then welcome to GALA Yuzawa, Japan’s most easily accessible snow resort, and discover how the JR Tokyo Wide Pass can make your journey seamless.

Nikko Day Trip from Tokyo!

Discover a convenient day trip from Shinjuku or Ikebukuro to the World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko” by train.

Rail to Northern Vistas and Timeless Craft

Discover Northern Tohoku's hidden gems (Akita, Aomori, Iwate) with the JR EAST PASS. This 10-day rail journey explores nature, samurai history, timeless crafts, and modern art.

A Scenic Railway Journey Through Snow Country

Explore the best of Tohoku in a snow activity-filled rail journey, unlocking its natural wonders, cultural treasures, and historical landmarks along the way with the JR East Pass.

A Railway Journey Through History and Spectacular Scenery

From samurai legends to sacred mountains and beautiful coastlines, embark on a rail journey to connect with the spirit and soul of south Tohoku using the JR EAST PASS.