Things to do in Tohoku
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Is Ginzan Onsen Worth It? Day Trip, Last Bus 18:21 (2026)
Worth it for the lamp-lit street. A Tokyo day trip works on the 06:12 Tsubasa and the 18:21 bus back; in winter 2026–2027 you book a shuttle from ¥1,000.
Hiraizumi and Geibikei Gorge in One Day Without a Car
Yes, by train from Ichinoseki: Geibikei's 8:30 boat first, Hiraizumi's temples after lunch. Ofunato Line times, boat hours by season and the trains back.
Hiraizumi Guide: Chusonji, Motsuji and How Long to Stay
Is Hiraizumi worth a stop on the Tohoku Shinkansen? Chusonji and Motsuji hours and fees, the Runrun loop bus, and planning a half or full day from Sendai.
