hakkoda

Chase the cherry blossoms north and enjoy five of Tohoku’s best hikes this spring.

Paul Vanderheiden was drawn to the Hakkodas in search of the deep powder they are known for. He formed a deep connection with the mountains and the people in this far corner of Tohoku, never imagining life would take such a dramatic turn.

It is deathly silent, the snow seems to absorb every sound, and we marching without saying a word through waist deep snow. The wi...

With a bicycle loaded down with camping gear, I made my way down to Mt. Hakkoda (in Aomori) in search of the true colors of autum...