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Despite suffering massive damage in the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, the Sanriku Railway Company swiftly restored its services and has become a pillar of support for the region.

A visit to Japan is incomplete without some travel on the Shinkansen, Japan’s bullet train network. With a new line connecting Hokkaido, there isn’t a better time to see all of Japan in the blink of an eye!

Japan is famous for its modern trains, but it's also a great lover of traditional steam engines.

Kokeshi are traditional Japanese dolls expertly carved from wood. You’ve probably seen them around Japan, and after reading this article, you may want to start your own collection!

Tohoku has a giant selection of sweet traditional treats to choose from. We've selected 13 of the best!

As the home of sake, Japan is also the home of the humble sake cup!

When the snow melts and the summer sun rises in Tohoku, you have to travel north!

Often utilizing vivid colors, these blown glass glasses are wonderful examples of a traditional Japanese technique.