<Spring> Embracing Spring in Miyagi, Iwate, Akita & Aomori 9D7N

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Hotel: Keio Plaza Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: Meal on Board / L / -

Upon arrival at Haneda Airport, transfer to a local restaurant for lunch. After lunch, visit Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum (江戸東京たてもの園), an open-air museum showcasing historic buildings from different periods of Tokyo's past. Located within Koganei Park, the museum is surrounded by spacious lawns and hundreds of cherry blossom trees that burst into colour during the spring season. Afterwards, transfer to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the evening is free at leisure, with dinner at your own arrangement.

Hotel: Hotel Monterey Sendai or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, transfer to Tokyo Station and board the Bullet Train Shinkansen to Sendai Station. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Next, proceed to Kajo Park (霞城公園), where approximately 1,200 cherry blossom trees, including many that are over a century old, line the park. In addition to the soft-pink cherry blossoms, the park grounds feature several impressive weeping cherry trees. Continue to Tsukioka Park (月岡公園), featuring approximately 80 to 130 cherry trees, including Somei Yoshino and weeping Shidarezakura, framing the reconstructed castle tower with scenic views of the Zao mountain range. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner.

Hotel: Hotel Metropolitan Morioka New Wing or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, enjoy a Strawberry Picking Experience, where you can hand-pick and enjoy fresh seasonal strawberries. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Chusonji Temple (中尊寺), a historic mountaintop Tendai Buddhist temple famous for its 12th-century gold-covered Konjikido Hall and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, visit Kitakami Tenshochi Park (北上展勝地), which features a stunning 2-kilometre-long
tunnel of pink cherry blossoms lining the Kitakami River. The park is celebrated as one of Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner.

Hotel: Akita Metropolitan Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit Koiwai Farm “Koiwai Farm Sightseeing Bus Tour” (小岩井農場 “小岩井農場めぐりバスツアー”), an exclusive guided excursion that takes visitors beyond the public Makiba Garden area. After lunch [Koiwai Farm Beef Stew Set] at the local restaurant, visit Senshu Park (千秋公園), a scenic park built on the former grounds of Kubota Castle. The park is known for its seasonal flowers, historic gates and scenic
walking paths. Thereafter, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner.

Hotel: Akita Metropolitan Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit Akita City Folk Performing Arts Hall “Neburi Nagashi Hall” (秋田市民俗芸能伝承館・ねぶり流し館), a museum dedicated to preserving and showcasing Akita City’s traditional festivals and folk performing arts. Next, visit Kakunodate Samurai Residence Street (角館武家屋敷通り), a well-preserved Edo-period castle town often known as the “Little Kyoto of Tohoku”. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Hinokinai River Embankment (桧木内川堤), a 2-kilometre-long corridor lined with approximately 400 Somei Yoshino cherry trees, creating a breathtaking cherry blossom tunnel. Finally, transfer back to the hotel and enjoy dinner.

Hotel: Rockwood Hotel & Spa or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, enjoy a Kiritanpo Making Experience, where you will learn how to prepare this traditional Akita specialty. Enjoy your handmade kiritanpo for lunch. After, visit Hirosaki Castle (弘前城), home to approximately 2,600 cherry trees across 52 varieties. During the spring season, the trees create a dense floral canopy across the castle grounds. Continue to Neputa Village (ねぷた村), a museum dedicated to Hirosaki’s famous Neputa Matsuri. Enjoy a Tsugaru Shamisen Live Performance, featuring the traditional three-stringed folk instrument known for its distinctive and energetic sound. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner.

Hotel: ReLabo Medical Spa & Stay or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / -

After breakfast, visit Ashino Park (芦野公園), a designated Japan Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spot featuring approximately 1,500 pale-pink cherry trees and a scenic railway tunnel. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Tsugaru Flower Center (津軽フラワーセンター). The centre is known for its plum blossoms and is home to the “ume grove of Japan’s far north”, offering a unique floral experience due to its northern location. Thereafter, visit Wa Rasse (ねぶたの家 ワ・ラッセ), where you can discover the history and culture of the famous Aomori Nebuta Festival.

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This morning, bid farewell to Japan as we proceed to the airport and take a flight back to Singapore.

We hope that you have enjoyed this vacation with JTB and we look forward to helping you create your next perfect moments, always!

*All the photos are for illustration purposes only
*The itinerary is subject to change due to weather condition
*Meals indicated are for reference only and are subject to change
*Flight schedule is subject to change
*Flower viewing locations are dependent on weather condition