Onsen Bliss Trip with JR 5 days Tohoku area transport pass

If you're thinking about exploring the outskirts of Japan, don't sleep on the Tohoku area! With the JR Tohoku 5-day transport pass, you can vibe your way through dreamy onsens and epic scenery – trust me, it’s the ultimate bliss trip. 😍🚄

📅 Here’s the itinerary you NEED:

Day 1: Yamadera & Kaminoyama
Hop on the Shinkansen from Tokyo Station straight to Yamagata Station. First stop: Yamadera Senju-in Temple (4753 Yamadera, Yamagata, 999-3301) – open 08:00-17:00 all year. The views here are next-level. Then, wander over to Kaminoyama-jo Castle Ruins (3-7 Motojonai, Kaminoyama, Yamagata 999-3154), open 09:00-16:45 (Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun). Plug into that ancient castle vibe for some real historic feels!
Crash for the night in a hotel near Yamagata Station – perfect for recharging.

Day 2: Ginzan Onsen
Quick JR train ride to Oishida Station, then jump on a local bus to Ginzan Onsen (433 Ginzanshinhata, Obanazawa, Yamagata 999-4333). Bus ride isn’t included in the pass (¥1,000 per ride), but the Insta-worthy scenery is totally worth it! Ginzan Onsen is open 08:30-15:30 (last entry 15:00). This spot is literal paradise with traditional buildings and riverside vibes. 🏞️♨️

Day 3: Sendai & Saitama
Ride the JR train to Sendai, and shop till you drop around Sendai Station. Next, blast to Omiya Station (Saitama) via Shinkansen and spend a chill night at a hotel nearby.

Day 4: Gunma
Catch the JR train to Naganoharakusatsuguchi Station, then take a bus to iconic Kusatsu Onsen (Kusatsu, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-1711). Onsen hours: Apr-Nov 07:00-21:00, Dec-Mar 08:00-21:00. Soak up the relaxing hot springs for max reset vibes! 🛁

Day 5: Tokyo
Make your way back to Tokyo and hit up some classic Tokyo spots like Sensō-ji and Tokyo Station Gallery for a chill finale.

🌟 Must-See Attractions:
- Toki no Kane in Kawagoe (〒350-0063 Saitama, Kawagoe, Saiwaicho, １５−7) open 24/7
- Yamadera Senju-in Temple, Kaminoyama-jo Castle Ruins, Ginzan Onsen, Kusatsu Onsen – see above for all the deets!

📌 Pro Tip:
Get your JR Tohoku 5-day pass (¥30,000) – it covers most major train rides and makes getting around effortless!

If you’re all about onsens, gorgeous temples, and good vibes mixed with the freedom of JR rail roaming, this trip is totally your jam.
Don’t forget to check trip.com for dreamy stays or epic experiences along the route – and start planning that glow-up getaway today! ✨🧳

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