Genbi Gorge

This is a World Heritage Temple built by Fujiwara Kiyohira, the first of the noble Fujiwara family, during the Heian era(794-1185). The main temple contains the Buddha, as well as the remains of three generations of the Fujiwara. The luxurious golden hall shows the glamorous culture of the noble family, and is known as a place where the Fujiwaras wished for life pleasure.

This is a 2km long valley along which Satetsu River flows. There is a limestone quay of around 50 meters high that continues along the river with various unusual rocks and waterfalls dotted along the way. This place is popular for enjoying a local traditional song of the area while riding a boat along the river.

This is a hot spring near Naruko Gorge in the northern part of Miyagi prefecture. The area is famous for people wearing "geta" (wooden clog type shoes) and visitors can borrow geta shoes here. The area is said to be so called due to the onsen being used for the baby of Minamito Yoshitsune and Satogozen.※Credit：旅と温泉の無料写真素材　おんふぉと　http://on-photo.com/

This is a canyon formed by the erosion of Arao River at the southern foot of Mt. Hanabuchi. A cliff with a height of 100 meters becomes full of autumn hues during the autumn leaf season. Ofukazawa Bridge is a symbol of Naruko Gorge, which is said to be the most spectacular point in Tohoku.

This is a hot spring in Hanamaki. It is located at the foot of Mount DogasawaMount ManjyuDai River within a landscape of spectacular scenery. There is a luxury hotel situated within a secluded area of Sakura and red pine trees, and is an ideal onsen destination for families with children.※Credit：旅と温泉の無料写真素材　おんふぉと　http://on-photo.com/

This is an onsen based in the eastern area of Yamagata prefecture. Historically, this area was prosperous for mining at Nobesawa Ginzan mountain, and Onsen became more prolific in the area from the Edo era(1603-1868). There are several wooden ryokan (lodgings) made from wood, that were constructed between the Taisho and Showa eras(1912~1989), and the area even now has an modern onsen village type atmosphere.

This is a temple built by Date Masamune of the Rinzai sect in 1609. The Momoyama style main hall constructed by Masamune is designated as a national treasure, and two red and white plum trees known as "Garyu-bai" planted by Masamune himself are still present here. As the temple is located in Matsushima, one of Japan's three scenic spots, it was formerly known as Matsushima-dera.

This is a group of about 260 islands in Matsushima Bay, one of Japan's three famous scenic spots. Four famous scenic spots of "spectacle, reverence, hiddenness and weather" called the "Matsushima Four Great Sights" are famous here. Also known as a moon viewing spot, this place fascinated great figures such as Date Masamune, Matsuo Basho, Einstein and others.

This is an Onsen located in Sendai. It is located within a fluvial valley formed by the fluvial terrace on Natori River. In the Kofun era(250-538), the 29th emperor, Kinmei was particularly found of this onsen and received official royal status as an "Miyu" onsen.

This is a gorge that flows through Koyoshi River. There is a cliff that continues for 8km where one can see Ishizawa waterfall, various rock formations and caves, with numerous hidden spots. The area is popular in autumn for the autumn leaves that appear.

This is Japan's deepest freshwater lake at 423.4m, situated in the eastern part of Akita. This place is said to be the setting of the "Legend of Princess Tatsuko", where a woman came to Lake Tazawa and drank the water while praying for immortality. It is said that she became a dragon and became the ruler of the lake. There is also a statue of princess Tatsuko to commemorate this.

This is said to be the oldest tower in the Tohoku area of Japan, built during the Heian era(794-1185). It is said to be a mountainous area housing a God, and the tower is situated on the path which is used by those traveling to the mountain as a place of worship and revering nature. The main God is known as the Kunitsu God, and once you have climbed the 2,446 stairs of 1,700 meters, you will be greeted by a 1,000 year old cedar tree.

This is a secret hot spring deep in the Mount Nyuto. The area is popular for enjoying a bath while viewing the winter snowfall, with the white cloudy water also being a popular element. There are 7 onsen houses in the area, making it ideal for enjoying several different onsen. The area is in a very secluded spot and is also ideal for viewing the night sky on a clear night.※Credit：旅と温泉の無料写真素材　おんふぉと　http://on-photo.com/