2-Day Tohoku Tour | Ginzan Onsen, Zao Ice Trees, Fox Village, and Onidaira Edo Area | Optional Cable Car Ride + Hot Spring Hotel Accommodation | Departs from Tokyo
- Explore two popular winter destinations in Yamagata and Miyagi from Tokyo
- Take a cable car ride and enjoy the rare sight of "Hydrome Monsters"
- Experience the dreamy snowy hot springs of Ginzan Onsen, a romantic hot spring resort reminiscent of anime.
- The same hot spring room as "Spirited Away" - Check in at Ginzan Onsen and travel through Hayao Miyazaki's fairy tale world
- Get up close and personal with the adorable Zao Fox Village, a popular check-in spot for internet celebrities.
- Includes one night's accommodation at a selected hot spring hotel, with authentic Japanese dinner and breakfast
- Visit the popular rest spot "Onihira Edo-no-ku" and experience the charm of the Edo period
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Luggage limit | 1 piece |
| Minimum participant requirement | 4 travelers |
| Tour types | None |
| Meal arrangement | Breakfast included, With dinner |
| Accommodation type | Hotel |
| Family-friendly | Free for children under 2 (no seat) |
| Seasonal | Winter Snow Exclusive |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Relaxation & Beauty
| Hot spring type | Nude bath house |
Product Info
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—Itinerary Introduction—
Starting from Tokyo, embark on a two-day exploration of the snowy Tohoku region.
On the first day, we'll visit the dreamlike winter destination, Ginzan Onsen. The retro-style hot spring town, blanketed in snow, resembles a scene from a movie and is a must-visit spot in winter. The popular local bathhouse, Notoya, is the inspiration for Miyazaki Hayao's "Spirited Away."
Spend the night at the renowned Naruko Onsen & Kameya Onsen Hotel in Miyagi Prefecture, relax and enjoy the hot springs and snow, savor a delicious Japanese dinner and breakfast, and experience authentic hot spring accommodation culture.
On the second day, the itinerary will take you to the Zao Snow Forest, known as the "Yeti Forest," where you can take a cable car to admire the breathtaking snow scenery. Afterwards, we will visit the Zao Fox Village to interact and take photos with the adorable foxes. On the return journey, a special stop will be arranged at the popular Edo-style rest stop, Onihira Edo-do-do, where you can enjoy food, drinks, and shopping all in one place.
※ The itinerary order may be adjusted according to weather or traffic conditions to ensure a smooth and safe journey. Thank you for your understanding.
※If the Zao Ropeway is inaccessible due to excessive queues or the facility's refusal to accept reservations, you will be transferred to the Zao Central Ropeway, and the corresponding price difference will be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
※ Includes cable car ticket (some options) + hot spring accommodation + breakfast and dinner. No need to worry about transportation or tickets, easily experience the essence of winter in Northeast China!
※Fox Village is closed on Wednesdays, or if there are too many visitors and reservations cannot be made or entry is not possible, we will go to the attraction: White Rock Castle; In addition, Fox Village may be temporarily closed on winter days due to daily snowfall or inclement weather, and we will go to White Rock Castle when it is temporarily closed.
【Ginzan Hot Spring Street】
The popular local bathhouse "Notoya" served as the inspiration for Hayao Miyazaki's "Spirited Away." Renowned as a health resort during the Edo period, the streets and alleys still retain their original charm. Strolling through the hot spring town, the greatest pleasure is undoubtedly soaking your feet in the foot baths or using the communal baths. At the entrance to the hot spring town, there's a free "Waraku Foot Bath." After walking in the snow for a while, your feet inevitably get cold; here, you can generously take off your shoes and socks, soak your feet in the hot spring, and enjoy the snowy scenery – truly blissful.
【Tibetan King Tree Ice】
Take the cable car to the foot of Mount Zao, where you can enjoy a clearer view of the stunning ice trees. Experience a 360° panoramic view of the ice trees from inside the cable car! Get up close and personal with the ice trees at the summit! Enjoy a 360° panoramic view from the summit observation deck! Quietly admire the view from the summit restaurant!
※If the Zao Ropeway is inaccessible due to excessive queues or the facility's refusal to accept reservations, you will be transferred to the Zao Central Ropeway, and the corresponding price difference will be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
- Points to note when viewing tree ice:
1. The shape and appearance of tree ice vary depending on the weather.
2. For customer safety and to protect the ice trees, please view them in the designated area. (Do not cross the safety ropes.)
3. Ice trees are a precious natural phenomenon. Please do not touch them directly.
4. Take precautions against the cold.
5. The cable car may be suspended in case of rain, dense fog, thunderstorms, strong winds, or other adverse weather conditions. Additionally, access to the summit observation deck may be closed. A refund will be issued in the event of a cable car suspension.
干燥的西伯利亚季风遇日本海变成含水的风，风再与生长在山顶附近的青森松冲撞、凝固，酿造出这大自然的艺术品，这种奇观只出现在日本东北地区的山形县或青森县。
藏王连峰的特殊气候条件和植物创造出无数的艺术造型物，宛如白雪怪物，因此，树冰也被称为「Ice Monsters冰雪怪物」。日本国内能欣赏到此种硕大且美丽的树冰唯有藏王，在国际上颇富盛名。
搭乘索道可以更清楚的欣赏绝美树冰。备注：如藏王缆车无法搭乘，将改去藏王中央缆车，并退还部分差价，敬请谅解。
入住鸣子温泉区：龟屋温泉酒店，体验正宗的日式温泉，舒舒服服的泡一个温泉，洗去旅途疲惫。
在静谧的银山川两岸，排列着日本大正时代到昭和初期所建造的木造旅馆。煤气灯倒映在夜雾弥漫的石板路上相映生辉的黄昏景色和冬天的雪景，都是值得一看的绝景。自由漫步在银山温泉小镇中回味旧时的浪漫。
银山这个名字源于17世纪该地区因白银而繁荣，这里还保留着大正时期最原始的街景。沿着温泉小镇中心流淌的银山川两岸望去，可以看到许多西式木制旅馆，洋溢着日本大正时期特有的浪漫色彩！银山温泉点缀着冬季的白色美景，让人想起电影《阿信》、《隐藏的女孩》中的银白色世界。
能登屋：银山温泉象征性的百年老铺 。拥有超过百年历史，其红砖色的木造四层楼建筑与典雅格子窗，是银山温泉街最抢眼的地标，也常被用于明信片、杂志、电视剧中，是拍照打卡的第一选择。
藏王狐狸村介绍：超人气动物园，冬季必访童话场景 藏王狐狸村位于宫城县白石市，是日本唯一一个以狐狸为主题的自然生态公园。园区内放养了超过100只狐狸，其中包含6种不同品种，包括日本原生种“北狐”及稀有白狐。（无法前往前往，将替换为白石城。）
鬼平江户处：复古江户街景 × 高速公路休息站的新体验 鬼平江户处（鬼平江戸処）是位于关越自动车道・羽生服务区（上行线）的主题型高速公路休息站，以日本人气时代小说《鬼平犯科帐》的江户时代为背景，完整复原出一条极具风情的江户市井街道。 走进鬼平江户处，仿佛穿越时空回到300年前的江户年代。复古木质屋台、灯笼高挂、商铺林立，售卖各式传统美食与和风伴手礼。这里不仅是旅途中稍作停留的地方，更是一处文化与美食交织的体验景点。
推荐品尝： 浓厚炭烧风味的“本所さなだや・烤鳗鱼饭” 江户风甜点“舟和芋羊羹” 手作仙贝、日式煎饼等零食特产 不仅适合拍照打卡，也是深度了解江户饮食文化的绝佳机会。无论是初访日本还是熟门熟路的旅人，这里都是东北回程途中最有特色的一站！
Purchase Notice
[Tourism Conditions]
Travel departure point/destination: Tokyo, Fukushima/Yamagata
Trip duration: 2 days
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Reisei Tourism Industry Co., Ltd.
Meals included: Breakfast once, Lunch once, Dinner once.
Accommodation: 1 night at a hot spring hotel
Minimum group size: 4
Team Leader: 1
Tour guide: 0
【Travel Planning/Implementation】
Operating Company Name: TuYi Group Japan Co., Ltd.
Address: 722 Shuzenji, Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture
License exemption number: Shizuoka Prefecture Governor Registration Travel Industry No. 2-633
Name of travel industry association: Japan Travel Industry Association (full member)
—Important Notice—
Each person may bring one piece of luggage for free, with no size restrictions. If you bring two or more pieces of luggage, there will be an additional charge of 2,000 yen per piece. You need to inform us in advance.
Infants aged 0-2 years who do not occupy a bed or have meals will be charged a hotel facility usage fee, and please inform us in advance; if this is not done and results in overcrowding, the driver/guide is obligated to refuse to let them on the bus. Children aged 3 years and above will be charged the same price as adults.
Driver-guide service: small group of 1-13 people; Driver + guide service: bus tour of 14-45 people, the actual number of people will be adjusted according to the number of people on the day of departure.
Reference vehicle types: 5-8 seater: Toyota Alphard or equivalent; 9-14 seater: Toyota Hice or equivalent; 18-22 seater: minibus; 22 seater and above: large bus. The above vehicles are for reference only, and the actual vehicle type will be adjusted according to the number of participants on the day of the tour.
Reminders
A minimum of 4 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 7 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
如遇雨天、浓雾、雷电、强风等天气时缆车有可能会停驶。此外，山顶展望台也有可能禁止进入。届时将会退还缆车费用。
如因排队人数过多或者无法预约，藏王缆车无法进入，届时将会转乘藏王中央缆车，并退还相对应差价，敬请谅解。
本行程为拼车固定行程，还请参加本行程的顾客，务必遵守各景点停留时间并听从司导安排。
行程中途，若自行脱团者，将视同交易无效，将不会退还任何费用。且若因此导致人身、财产安全，后果须自行承担。
因本行程无法换乘其他班次或中途参加，因个人问题、迟到等原因未参与、中止行程，将不退还任何费用，还请留意。
根据当日交通路况、天气、节日、人潮影响，各行程抵达时间有可能发生变化，如遇前述或其他不可抗力之因素行程发生延遲或取消，还请见谅，并不可以此为由要求退还费用。
在人数较少情况下，将采用司机兼领队的小车运行，请知晓。此产品为拼车服务，会有其他客人一同搭乘，景点以外不可停车。
周末及国定假期行程中可能会发生堵车等不可抗力因素，司导也会根据具体情况来调整行程，下单前请务必做好心理预期。
为了营造车厢内的整洁与舒适，请不要在车厢内饮食，如有造成车内污渍，需要按照当地的清洗标准赔偿，感谢您的谅解。
狐狸村为私人经营设施，每日接待人数有限，且每周三休园。如因休园、人数管控或预约未确认等原因无法前往，行程将调整为前往白石城或大内宿，恕无法指定或保证狐狸村一定可入园。
FAQ
Ginzan Onsen is renowned for its enchanting Taisho-era townscape, especially when blanketed in snow and illuminated by gas lamps at night. This creates a magical, nostalgic atmosphere often compared to scenes from classic animated films. Its traditional wooden ryokan and scenic hot springs offer a deeply immersive and romantic cultural experience unique to winter in Japan.
Ginzan Onsen is distinguished by its beautifully preserved Taisho-era architecture, featuring multi-story wooden ryokan lining the Ginzan River. Historically a silver mining town, its name means 'Silver Mountain Hot Spring.' The blend of historical significance, traditional aesthetics, and the tranquil hot spring ambiance provides a profound glimpse into Japan's heritage and architectural beauty.
From Tokyo, the most common route involves taking the Yamagata Shinkansen to Oishida Station. From Oishida Station, visitors typically transfer to a local bus or utilize a shuttle service provided by their ryokan, which takes about 30-40 minutes directly to Ginzan Onsen. The entire journey, including transfers, usually takes around 4 to 5 hours.
Visitors to Ginzan Onsen are encouraged to maintain a respectful and quiet demeanor to preserve the tranquil atmosphere. When taking photographs, please be mindful of the privacy of local residents and other visitors. If staying overnight, confirm specific check-in/out times and meal schedules with your ryokan. Due to its popularity, especially in winter, booking accommodation well in advance is highly recommended.
The Zao Ice Trees, locally known as 'Juhyo,' are a spectacular natural phenomenon where strong winds, heavy snow, and sub-zero temperatures sculpt fir trees on Mount Zao into unique, monstrous shapes. This 'Snow Monster' display is best viewed between late December and early March, with peak viewing typically in mid-February. The Zao Ropeway offers prime vantage points for this breathtaking sight.
At Zao Fox Village, visitors can encounter over a hundred free-roaming foxes from six different species in a semi-wild sanctuary. Guests can observe these adorable creatures up close, learn about their behavior, and take memorable photos. Designated feeding areas allow for interaction, providing a unique and charming experience for animal lovers, especially during the snowy winter months.
Onidaira Edo-no-ku is a delightful rest area designed to transport visitors back to Japan's Edo period. Here, you can immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture, browse unique local souvenirs, and savor regional snacks and meals. It serves as a charming stop for relaxation and cultural exploration, offering picturesque photo opportunities in its nostalgic setting.
Ginzan Onsen's distinctive wooden ryokan, illuminated gas lamps, and steamy, snow-covered streets evoke a strong resemblance to the magical bathhouse town depicted in Hayao Miyazaki's acclaimed film 'Spirited Away.' Although not a direct inspiration, its ethereal and nostalgic beauty creates an immersive atmosphere, making visitors feel as though they have stepped directly into an animated fairy tale.
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