Miyagi Prefecture

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Miyagi Prefecture, centered around Sendai City, is rich in history and culture. Highlights include the Sendai Castle Ruins, Zuihōden Temple, and the spectacular views of Matsushima's beautiful islands, which is counted among Japan's Three Most Scenic Views. Gourmet specialties such as Sendai Beef and Sasa Kamaboko (fish cake) are abundant. With many hot springs and hiking trails, it is an attractive region where you can enjoy both nature and culture.

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Connecting That Day to the Future―Miyagi―

Connecting That Day to the Future―Miyagi―

Miyagi Prefecture

Visit Miyagi, Japan

Visit Miyagi, Japan

Miyagi Prefecture

[360° Video] "Miyagi Golden Journey" narrated by voice actor NOBUNAGA Shimazaki

[360° Video] "Miyagi Golden Journey" narrated by voice actor NOBUNAGA Shimazaki

Miyagi Prefecture

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光に出会う旅　宮城県　ロングバージョン

Miyagi Prefecture

Miyagi Prefecture

Address
3-8-1 Honcho, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi (14F, Government Building South Side)
Website
https://visitmiyagi.com/
Operator
Miyagi Prefecture – Domestic Tourism Promotion Division, Tourism Strategy Section

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Akiu Great Falls
Miyagi

Akiu Great Falls

Akiu Great Falls, located in the suburbs of Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, is a powerful waterfall boasting a width of approximately $6text{ meters}$ and a drop of about $55text{ meters}$. Designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty, it is a spot where you can feel the power of Japan's rich nature.The splashing water and roaring sound as it powerfully cascades down, carving the bedrock, are overwhelming. You can enjoy a magnificent view especially when the water volume increases. A walking trail leads to the waterfall basin, allowing visitors to experience the waterfall's power up close.Surrounded by lush forests, the...

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Sakunami Onsen
Miyagi

Sakunami Onsen

Sakunami Onsen is a hot spring resort surrounded by abundant nature, located in the western part of Sendai City, upstream of the Hirose River. Its opening is ancient, and it flourished as a therapeutic bathing site (Tōji) during the time of Date Masamune. It is characterized by its colorless, transparent, skin-friendly simple alkaline hot spring, known especially as the "Beauty-making Hot Water." The open-air baths, enjoyed while listening to the murmuring of the river, are exceptional. The surrounding area also has many scenic spots, such as the Hōmei Shijūhachi-taki Falls, where you can enjoy beautiful ravines. Since it is relatively...

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Aone Onsen
Miyagi

Aone Onsen

Aone Onsen is a historic hot spring resort nestled in a quiet mountain area at the foot of the Zaō mountain range.Its opening dates back over $450text{ years}$, making it a distinguished hot spring reputedly used by the Date clan lords. During the Edo period, a temporary residence (O-Kariya) for the Sendai domain was established here. The water is colorless and transparent, and has long been known for its efficacy against cuts and skin diseases.Surrounded by rich nature, it is ideal for those who wish to quietly undergo therapeutic bathing (Tōji) or refresh themselves while enjoying the beautiful scenery of...

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Okama Crater Lake in Zao
Miyagi

Okama Crater Lake in Zao

Okama is a mysterious crater lake located in the Zao Mountain Range, straddling the border between Miyagi and Yamagata Prefectures. True to its name, which means "kettle" or "pot," it has a circular shape. It is most famous for its ethereal beauty, also known as the "Goshiki-numa (Five-Color Marsh)" because the color of the lake surface dramatically changes from emerald green to cobalt blue depending on the weather and the angle of the sun. This dramatic color change is due to the lake's composition. Due to its high altitude, it is cool even in summer, making it popular as a...

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