A special Tohoku “marriage of flavors” tour, featuring the finest Oma tuna paired with a top LA chef!

The world’s gourmets have their eyes on Oma Tuna—a true pinnacle of flavor.

This premium tour places this exquisite delicacy at its heart,
pairing it with Tohoku’s unique food culture and unforgettable local experiences.

We invite you on a special journey into Japan’s lesser-known north,
where culinary traditions and cultural treasures await.

Savor the authentic tastes and landscapes of Tohoku with all five senses.

A special experience found only on this journey

 special menus created by a top chef from LA!

Experience the true flavors of Tohoku through special menus created by a top chef from LA!

We have prepared a special menu supervised by Shunji Nozaki, the head chef of “FUJI Omakase Sushi”, a highly acclaimed restaurant in Los Angeles.

Shunji Nozaki
  • Oma Tuna Pole-and-Line Fishing Experience

    Oma Tuna Pole-and-Line Fishing Experience

    You’ll board a fishing boat with local fishermen in Oma and try your hand at pole-and-line fishing for the world-famous Oma tuna.

  • Temple Lodging Morning Service Experience

    Temple Lodging Morning Service Experience

    You can stay overnight at a Buddhist temple and take part in the morning service.
    Ōma Shukubō “Fugen-in” is a temple lodging in Aomori Prefecture, where a traditional early-morning Buddhist ceremony is held as part of the daily practice.

  • Aomori Nebuta “Haneto” Dancing Experience

    Aomori Nebuta “Haneto” Dancing Experience

    Through Nebuta music performances, Haneto dancing, and hands-on festival instrument practice, you will experience firsthand the energy and spirit of the world-famous Nebuta Festival.

  • Gourmet Tour

    Gourmet Tour

    You can enjoy a winery tour and savor dishes made with local ingredients at select restaurants.

Tour Schedule

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Tour
Schedule

  • Day1
    13:00 START
    Nebuta Museum
    WA-RASSE
    Nebuta Museum WA-RASSE

    The tour begins in Aomori City! From Shin-Aomori Station, you will head to WA-RASSE, where you can immerse yourself in the dynamic world of the Aomori Nebuta Festival and try dancing as a Haneto to the lively festival music.

    15:40〜
    Roadside Station Yokohama
    (Michi-no-Eki Yokohama)
    Roadside Station Yokohama (Michi-no-Eki Yokohama)

    Travel by private vehicle to the Shimokita Peninsula.
    Take a break at Roadside Station Yokohama “Nanohana Plaza”.

    17:30〜
    Ōma Shukubō
    Fugen-in
    Ōma Shukubō Fugen-in

    On the first night, you’ll stay at a Buddhist temple with spacious grounds of about one hectare, reserved exclusively for the tour.
    Relax in stylish and comfortable guest rooms and enjoy a peaceful evening.

    18:00〜
    Dinner
    Welcome Dinner
    Welcome Dinner

    For dinner, enjoy a special course supervised by Chef Nozaki, featuring Oma tuna and other dishes that highlight the flavors of local ingredients.

  • Day2
    06:30〜
    Morning Service Experience
    Morning Service Experience

    Change into samue (traditional temple workwear) and take part in the morning service, experiencing a touch of Japan’s spiritual culture.

    08:00〜
    Breakfast / Shōjin Ryōri
    (Buddhist Vegetarian Cuisine)
    Shōjin Ryōri (Buddhist Vegetarian Cuisine)

    Breakfast features shōjin ryōri, a traditional Japanese style of vegetarian cuisine served in Buddhist temples.

    09:10〜
    Oma Tuna Pole-and-Line
    Fishing Experience
    Oma Tuna Pole-and-Line Fishing Experience

    Head offshore by boat with local fishermen in Oma and try your hand at pole-and-line fishing for the famed Oma tuna.

    12:15〜
    Lunch
    Ōmanzoku
    Ōmanzoku

    Enjoy lunch at Ōmanzoku, a restaurant directly operated by local tuna fishermen.
    After your meal, take a stroll around Cape Oma.

    15:00〜
    Cape Shiriya Lighthouse
    Cape Shiriya Lighthouse

    Visit the oldest Western-style lighthouse in Tohoku, designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.
    It is the tallest brick lighthouse in the country and a historic landmark overlooking the cape.

    16:15〜
    Mutsu
    Grand Hotel
    Mutsu Grand Hotel

    On the second night, stay at a hotel located on a hill with beautiful views.
    Relax and unwind in the hot spring at your leisure.

    18:00〜
    Dinner
    Azuma Sushi
    Azuma Sushi

    For dinner, enjoy a traditional shōjin kaiseki meal featuring Oma tuna, supervised by the Los Angeles–based restaurant MUTSU.

  • Day3
    11:00〜
    Hotoke-ga-Ura
    Hotoke-ga-Ura

    Hotoke-ga-Ura features a stretch of striking natural rock formations extending for about 2 km along the coast.
    Take a leisurely walk through this mysterious landscape, said to resemble the Pure Land of paradise.

    12:45〜
    Lunch
    Shimofuro Onsen “Kaikyō no Yu”
    Shimofuro Onsen “Kaikyō no Yu”

    Enjoy lunch at the dining hall inside the hot spring facility in the Shimofuro Onsen area.
    Savor fresh seafood caught right from the Tsugaru Strait just outside.

    14:45〜
    Osorezan
    One of Japan’s Three Great Sacred Sites
    Osorezan — One of Japan’s Three Great Sacred Sites

    Walk through the sacred temple grounds, where a landscape said to resemble the world beyond unfolds before you—Osorezan is often described as the place closest to the afterlife.

    18:30〜
    ReLabo
    (ReLabo MedicalSpa & Stay)
    ReLabo (ReLabo Medical Spa & Stay)

    Travel by private vehicle from Mutsu to Aomori City.
    On the third night, stay at ReLabo Aomori, a three-star hotel that has received international wellness awards.
    Enjoy a deeply relaxing and enriching time for both body and mind.

  • Day4
    12:30〜
    Lunch
    Akiu Winery
    Akiu Winery

    Travel by Shinkansen from Aomori City to Sendai City.
    Then, travel by private vehicle while enjoying the beautiful natural scenery, and stop at Akiu Winery for lunch.

    15:30〜
    Site of Sendai Castle
    Site of Sendai Castle

    Visit the site of Sendai Castle, built over 400 years ago by Date Masamune, the first lord of the Sendai Domain, as well as Zuihōden, his mausoleum.

    16:45〜
    The Westin Sendai
    The Westin Sendai

    On the fourth night, stay at The Westin Sendai, the premier luxury city hotel in the Tohoku region.
    Enjoy a comfortable and elegant stay.

    17:30〜
    Dinner
    Shozan
    Shozan

    Enjoy a course meal at Shozan, a restaurant created from a renovated sake brewery, featuring French cuisine with refined Japanese accents.

  • Day5
    09:30〜
    Free Time

    Enjoy free time to explore Sendai in the morning.
    In the afternoon, you will be transferred to either Sendai Station or the airport, concluding the tour.

Tour Overview

Tour Price
(per person / tax included)

  • 2persons / ¥872,113 per person
  • 3persons / ¥678,363 per person
  • 4persons / ¥581,488 per person
Itinerary
5 Days / 4 Nights
Tour Area
Aomori Prefecture (Aomori City, Mutsu City, Yokohama Town, Oma Town, Higashidori Village, Kazamaura Village, Sai Village), Miyagi Prefecture (Sendai City)
Accommodations
DAY1/ Ōma Shukubō Fugen-in (Cultural experience + 2 meals included)
DAY2/ Mutsu Grand Hotel (Breakfast included)
DAY3/ ReLabo Aomori (Breakfast included)
DAY4/ The Westin Sendai (Breakfast included)
About the Tour Price

<What’s Included>

  • Accommodation for 4 nights (including meals as specified for each property)
  • Meals: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners (scheduled)
  • Transportation during the itinerary (private vehicle and JR train)
  • Listed activities and admission fees
  • Taxes and service charges related to the above

<What’s Not Included>

  • Meals not listed in the itinerary (e.g., dinner on Day 3)
  • 2 lunches (Day 2 & Day 3)
  • Personal expenses (drinks, additional orders, shopping, etc.)
  • Transportation to and from the meeting and ending locations (domestic or international)
Reservation & Payment
After making your reservation, please pay the full tour price by the specified deadline
Your booking will be considered confirmed once payment has been received.
Cancellation Policy

A cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations made before departure, as follows:

  • 20 to 8 days prior: 20% of the tour price
  • 7 to 2 days prior: 30%
  • 1 day prior: 40%
  • On the day of departure: 50%
  • No-show without notice: 100%
Important Notes for the Tour
  • The itinerary may be subject to change due to weather or transportation conditions.
  • The tour may be cancelled if the minimum number of participants is not met.
Travel Terms and Conditions
This tour is a planned package organized by Japan Navi Co., Ltd.
When you book, the Travel Conditions and the Travel Agency Terms & Conditions prescribed by our company apply.
Please refer to the details here.
Contact Us
Japan Navi Journey
https://japan-navi-journey.com/
E-mail:travel@japan-navi-group.co.jp
Registered Travel Agency: Nagano Prefecture, License No. 2-717
Certified General Travel Services Manager: Machiko Yamada