The maple leaf season in Tohoku Japan is usually from late September to early November, and the cherry blossom season is from early April to early May. It is recommended to check the maple leaf or cherry blossom forecast for the current year.

Which attractions are must-visit?

Recommended attractions include Oirase Valley, Lake Tazawa, Naruko Gorge, and Ginzan Hot Spring, each with different features and views of maple leaves or cherry blossoms.

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Tokyo: 3-Day Ski and Hot Springs Tour in Inawashiro | Tadamigawa Bridge, Seasonal Strawberry Farm, Ouchi-juku, and Lake Inawashiro | Stay at the LISTEL Inawashiro Hot Springs Hotel

Tohoku Autumn Foliage Day Tour from Sendai | Naruko Gorge Fall Foliage Viewing & Bidate Gardens | Private Transfer, Minimum 2 People, Multi-Language Service (Miyagi Prefecture)

Tokyo: Two-Day Inawashiro Ski and Hot Springs Tour | Tadamigawa Bridge, Seasonal Strawberry Farm, Ouchi-juku, and Lake Inawashiro

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