noun
southern Tohoku
Refers to the southern part of the Tohoku region, typically comprising Miyagi, Yamagata, and Fukushima prefectures. Used in geographical, administrative, and travel contexts.
南東北は冬に雪が多い地域です。
Southern Tohoku is an area with heavy snow in winter.
Refers to the northern part of Tohoku (Aomori, Iwate, Akita).
Compound of 南 (south) and 東北 (Tohoku region).