A hiking tour you must experience when visiting the Tohoku region！ ＜Over view＞ Embark on an unforgettable journey through some of northern Japan’s most spectacular natural landscapes. This immersive tour adapts with the seasons, offering unique sights and experiences depending on when you visit—whether it's snowy serenity, fresh spring blooms, lush summer greenery, or vibrant autumn colors.
Experience the beauty of nature on this scenic adventure. Begin with a walk through the Yakehashiri Lava Flow, then hiking around the Hachimantai Summit. Relax at Goshogake Onsen for lunch, and stroll the Tamagawa Onsen trail. Finish with a photo stop at the iconic Torii gate at Lake Tazawa. This tour bl...
Highlights
9 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide fee
Transportation as listed within the tour details starting and finishing at Morioka Station
About 1300yen for set lunch at Goshogake Onsen
Gratuities
Transportation to the meeting place
Meeting Points
Departure
Morioka Station Waterfall Square
The meeting spot will be the “Waterfall Plaza” located just outside Morioka Station.
Please find a guide with “Northern Japan Horizons” plates!
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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A hiking tour you must experience when visiting the Tohoku region！ ＜Over view＞ Embark on an unforgettable journey through some of northern Japan’s most spectacular natural landscapes. This immersive tour adapts with the seasons, offering unique sights and experiences depending on when you visit—whether it's snowy serenity, fresh spring blooms, lush summer greenery, or vibrant autumn colors.
Experience the beauty of nature on this scenic adventure. Begin with a walk through the Yakehashiri Lava Flow, then hiking around the Hachimantai Summit. Relax at Goshogake Onsen for lunch, and stroll the Tamagawa Onsen trail. Finish with a photo stop at the iconic Torii gate at Lake Tazawa. This tour bl...
Highlights
9 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide fee
Transportation as listed within the tour details starting and finishing at Morioka Station
About 1300yen for set lunch at Goshogake Onsen
Gratuities
Transportation to the meeting place
Meeting Points
Departure
Morioka Station Waterfall Square
The meeting spot will be the “Waterfall Plaza” located just outside Morioka Station.
Please find a guide with “Northern Japan Horizons” plates!
Experience the beauty of nature on this scenic adventure. Begin with a walk through the Yakehashiri Lava Flow, then hiking around the Hachimantai Summit.
Yakehashiri Lava Flow: Explore the fascinating volcanic landscape formed by ancient eruptions.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Hachimantai Promenade Peak
Hachimantai Summit Hike: Hike around the summit, with a different course depending on the season.
Mid-April to Early May: Enjoy a snowshoe hiking adventure across Hachimantai’s snowy trails. Traverse pristine landscapes and take in sweeping alpine views. If conditions allow, you’ll witness the towering Aspite Line Snow Corridor, a breathtaking wall of snow lining the mountain road. You may also be lucky enough to see some cherry blossoms on the way too!
Late May to Early June: Catch a glimpse of the elusive and captivating Dragon Eye, a natural phenomenon formed as snow begins to melt on the summit pond—an iconic sight that draws photographers and nature lovers alike.
2 hours and 30 minutes
3
Kagami-numa pond (Hachimantai Dragon Eye)
Late May to Early June: Catch a glimpse of the elusive and captivating Dragon Eye, a natural phenomenon formed as snow begins to melt on the summit pond—an iconic sight that draws photographers and nature lovers alike.
1 hour
4
Goshougake Natural Observatory Path
Goshogake Onsen and Tamagawa Onsen: Relax and enjoy a delicious meal in a serene hot spring setting and wander through the steaming, otherworldly landscapes located here.
After your hike around Hachimantai summit, relax over a satisfying lunch at Goshogake Onsen, a peaceful hot spring retreat known for its local cuisine and calming atmosphere. If the trails are open you can explore the nearby Oyunuma area, where steaming geothermal vents and bubbling pools create a surreal and fascinating landscape.
Next, transfer to the Tamagawa Onsen walking trail and take a stroll through the tranquil path surrounded by nature’s beauty.
2 hours and 30 minutes
5
Tazawa Lake
Your journey concludes with a photo stop at the iconic Torii gate of Lake Tazawa, standing gracefully beside Japan’s deepest lake. With panoramic views and cultural depth, it’s the perfect place to reflect on your seasonal adventure.
