A 70-page practical travel guide to the Tohoku region. Covers all six prefectures: Aomori, Akita, Iwate, Miyagi, Yamagata, and Fukushima

Realistic daily budget ranges for each region

Sample 7 day itinerary and themed trip suggestions

Season by season breakdowns, including weather and crowd warnings

Clear transport info including rail, bus, and rental car tips

Honest ratings for attractions: must see, worth it, or skip if tight on time

Food sections that highlight local dishes, prices, and when to try them

Practical warnings for weather, transport gaps, and booking traps

Cultural context without the waffle