https://www.thrillist.com/travel/how-to-enjoy-hot-springs-hiking-and-more-outdoorsy-fun-in-tohoku-japan
Two Outdoorsy Days of Hikes, Onsens, and Orchards in Tōhoku, Japan - Thrillist
May 12, 2026 - With its rugged mountain landscapes, refreshing hot springs, and hikes among waterfalls and temples, Japan's northern region makes a refreshing escape.