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8D6N Tohoku & Tokyo Winter Adventure

Experience the breathtaking winter beauty of northern Japan on this 8 Days 6 Nights Japan Tohoku – Zao Snow Monster tour. Journey through stunning snow-covered landscapes and mountain resorts famous for rare ice-glazed "snow monsters," rejuvenating natural hot springs, and rich samurai heritage. From the nostalgic, misty streets of Ginzan Onsen and the historic "Small Kyoto" of Kakunodate to the scenic islands of Matsushima Bay and the cultural grandeur of Nikko, this journey offers a serene winter escape into Tohoku’s most picturesque regions during the height of the enchanting snow season.

Highlights

Tour Quality

  1. Flight: Malaysia Airline / Japan Airline
  2. Yamagata: Sakaeya Hotel (Hot Spring Resort)
  3. Kaneyama: Shones Heim Ski Resort (Hot Spring Resort)
  4. Sendai: Sendai Hills Hotel
  5. Kinugawa: Kinugawa Kankou Hotel (Hot Spring Resort)

Attraction

  1. Zao: Snow Monster (360-degree Cable Car)
  2. Ginzan Onsen: Taisho-era Street & Silver Bridge
  3. Kakunodate: Bukeyashiki (Samurai Residences)
  4. Matsushima Bay: Cruise ride & Godai-do Hall
  5. Nikko: Toshogu Shrine & Kegon Waterfall (Include Lift)

Gourmet

  1. Hotel Kaiseki or Buffet (Japanese Cuisine)
  2. Matsushima Oyster Cuisine (Lunch)
  3. Japanese BBQ (Yakiniku Dinner)
  4. Japanese Steamboat (Hot Pot Dinner)
  5. Authentic Railway Bento (Enjoy on Scenic Train)

Experience

  1. Traditional Onsen (Hot Spring Resorts)
  2. Snow Activities (Free Snowboard / Sledding / “Donut” activity)
  3. Akita Nairiku Railway (Retro Scenic Train Ride)
  4. Shopping Spree (Mitsui Outlet & Shibuya)
  5. Tokyo Disney Resort (Optional: Disneyland or DisneySea)

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Itinerary

Day 1
Kuala Lumpur / Tokyo (Narita)
Day 2
arrive Tokyo ~ Tsukiji Fish Market ~ Shibuya ~ Haneda Airport / Yamagada JL 179 (1740/1840)
Tsukiji Fish Market
Visited on Day 2, Tsukiji Fish Market is a featured stop during the Tokyo city tour. Travelers visit this iconic market before exploring Shibuya and catching a domestic flight from Haneda to Yamagata to begin the Tohoku region journey.
Shibuya
Shibuya is the center of young generation, and the most energetic district in Tokyo, offering countless restaurants, shops and entertainments!

Breakfast: –

Lunch: OWN EXPENSES

Dinner: Hotel Japanese Cuisine

Hotel: Yamagata. Sakaeya Hotel ( Hot Spring ) or Similar

Day 3
Zao Snow Monster / Zao Highland / Snow Activity ~ Ginzan Onsen
Zao Snow Monster (Included Cable Car)
As one of Tohoku’s largest ski resorts, Zao features rare winter "snow monsters." These unique ice-glazed trees form only under specific weather and vegetation conditions, making them a spectacular and uncommon sight in Japan.
Ginzan Onsen Street
Ginzan Onsen, a historic silver mining town and "Oshin" filming site, features Taisho-era wooden buildings. Visitors can stroll misty stone roads, cross the Silver Bridge, and enjoy a relaxing foot soak in the hot springs.

Breakfast: Hotel

Lunch: Japanese Cuisine

Dinner: Hotel Buffet OR Japanese Set

Hotel:  Kaneyama. Shones Heim Ski Resort ( Hot Spring ) or Similar

Day 4
Snow Activity ~ Kakunodate Bukeyashiki ~ Train ~ Lake Tazawa ~ Sendai
Ski Resort Free Snow Activity（ snow board ）
On Day 4, travelers enjoy complimentary snow activities, including snowboarding, at the ski resort. This provides a fun, active way to experience the winter scenery before visiting the historic town of Kakunodate and the scenic Lake Tazawa.
Kakunodate・Bukeyashiki
Nicknamed "Small Kyoto" for its cultural style, Kakunodate is a historic Akita castle town nestled among three mountains. Known for its 80 samurai residences (bukeyashiki) dating back to 1620, it preserves a beautifully refined atmosphere of Japan's past.
Included Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway , take train from Kakunodate to Matsuba
Travelers enjoy a scenic ride on the Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway from Kakunodate to Matsuba. This included journey showcases Akita’s beautiful rural countryside, allowing guests to savor authentic railway bento while taking in the stunning inland landscapes.
Lake Tazawa
Located in Akita, Lake Tazawa is Japan’s deepest caldera lake at 423 meters. This popular vacation destination features stunning scenery and hillside hot spring resorts, offering a serene escape and breathtaking views in northern Japan.

Breakfast: Hotel

Lunch: Japanese Cuisine

Dinner: Japanese BBQ

Hotel: Sendai. Hills Hotel or Similar

Day 5
Sendai ~ Matsushima Cruise ride ~ Godai-do Hall ~ Outlet ~ Kinugawa
Cruise ride on Matsushima -- Japan Top Three Scenery
Composed of islands of various sizes, Matsushima Bay offers some of Japan’s most iconic seasonal views. This historic destination also preserves significant relics associated with the legendary samurai lord, Date Masamune.
Godai-do Hall
Located in scenic Matsushima, Godai-do Hall is an Important Cultural Property and Tohoku’s oldest building featuring Momoyama architecture. This Buddhist temple offers breathtaking views of one of Japan’s top three most scenic locations.
Mitsui Outlet
Mitsui Outlet offers year-round shopping regardless of weather. It features a 650-seat food court and the "Local Farm" shop, which sells fresh local vegetables and unique handicrafts.

Breakfast: Hotel

Lunch: Matsushima Oyster Cuisine

Dinner: Hotel Japanese Cuisine

Hotel:  Kinugawa Kankou Hotel ( Hot Spring ) or similar

Day 6
Kinugawa ~ Lake Chuzenji ~ Kegon Waterfall ~ Nikko Toshogu ~ Tokyo
Lake Chuzenji
Visited on Day 6, Lake Chuzenji is the source of the majestic 100-meter-tall Kegon Waterfall. Its high water pressure creates one of Japan’s most famous falls, making it a scenic highlight of the journey through Nikko.
KegonWaterfall ( include lift)
The almost 100 meter tall Kegon Waterfall (華厳の滝, Kegon no taki) is the most famous of Nikko's many beautiful waterfalls. In fact, it is even ranked as one of Japan's three most beautiful falls.
Nikko Toshogu
Nikko Toshogu is a Shinto shrine located in Nikkō, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. It is part of the "Shrines and Temples of Nikkō", a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Breakfast: Hotel

Lunch: Japanese Cuisine

Dinner: Japanese Steamboat

Hotel: Tokyo. Shinagawa Prince Hotel or Similar

Day 7
Free at own leisure (Today no bus provided )

Breakfast: Hotel

Lunch: –

Dinner: –

Hotel: Tokyo. Shinagawa Prince Hotel or Similar

Day 8
Narita airport / KLIA

Breakfast: Hotel

Lunch: Meal On Board

Dinner: –

Hotel: –

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