Miyagi

Sendai, Matsushima

Centered around Sendai City, Miyagi blends history, culture, and scenic beauty. Discover the stunning views of Matsushima, one of Japan’s Three Scenic Spots, and visit the historic Sendai Castle ruins and Zuihoden Mausoleum. Local specialties like Sendai beef and sasakama fish cakes make this area a delight for food lovers.

From Tokyo: Shinkansen 1h 30m; 1h

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Kesennuma City

Kesennuma is a vibrant port town living in harmony with the rich Sanriku sea, which is counted as one of the world's three greatest fishing grounds.The main attraction is the fish market and various gourmet spots where you can enjoy exquisite dishes made from freshly landed shark, swordfish, and skipjack tuna. The stunning views of the rias coastline are also not to be missed. The azaleas of "Mt. Tokusenjo," which dye the entire mountain red in early summer, and the peculiar rock formations of "Oogama and Hanzo," where you can hear the waves up close, are truly breathtaking. It is...

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Sendai City

Sendai, the capital of Miyagi Prefecture, is known as the "City of Trees," where modern buildings and lush greenery harmonize perfectly, making it the ideal base for sightseeing in the Tohoku region.The city is dotted with historical sites related to Date Masamune, the warring states warlord who laid its foundation. At Zuihoden, a lavishly decorated mausoleum, and the Sendai Castle Ruins, which offer a panoramic view of the city, you can experience firsthand the aesthetic sense of the samurai and the depth of their history.Additionally, close to the city center, you can find famous hot springs such as Akiu Onsen...

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Onagawa Town

Onagawa Town is a port town known for its seafood landings, situated facing a beautiful bay of the rias coast.Following reconstruction after the disaster, a modern and stylishly designed station building and the shopping district "Seapal-Pier Onagawa" were established, creating a new tourist hub. Visitors can savor fresh Onagawa seafood (especially oysters and saury), and experience a lively local atmosphere in the "Fish Market Street."Furthermore, a cruise around the bay offers close-up views of the Sanriku scenery, including beautiful inlets and aquaculture rafts. It is a port town appealing for its fresh seafood gastronomy and modern townscape.

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Ishinomaki City

Ishinomaki City is a city where the beautiful scenery of the rias coast merges with history and culture.Famous in the city center is the Ishinomori Manga Museum, where visitors can enjoy the world of works by manga artist Shotaro Ishinomori. Unique character monuments are also scattered throughout the town.The city is also an important access hub for nature-rich tourist spots such as the Oshika Peninsula and Tashirojima (Cat Island), as well as the reconstructed San Juan Bautista ship, which contributed to Japan's modernization. It is a port city where you can enjoy fresh seafood and a rich cultural side.

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Higashimatsushima City

Higashimatsushima City is a coastal city in Miyagi Prefecture blessed with the beautiful islands of Oku-Matsushima and rich nature.Within the city lies Sagakei Gorge, which features a rugged landscape distinct from central Matsushima, and the experience of viewing the cliffs and unusual rock formations up close from an excursion boat is popular. Furthermore, from the summit of Otakamori Mountain, you can gaze upon the magnificent view of Matsushima Bay, counted as one of the "Four Grand Views" (Shidaikan).It is an area where you can enjoy the calm bay and the dynamic outer ocean scenery, along with fresh seafood.

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Shibata Town

Shibata Town, Miyagi Prefecture, is one of the places that represent the beautiful spring scenery of Japan.Its greatest attraction is the "Hitome Senbonzakura" (A Thousand Cherry Trees at a Glance), which blooms along the Shiroishi River embankment, jointly with the neighboring Ōgawara Town. The spectacular view of the cherry tree line stretching for about $8text{ km}$ against the backdrop of the snow-capped Zao Mountain Range is truly stunning.Furthermore, the cherry blossoms at Funaoka Castle Ruin Park are another must-see in spring, and the view from the summit, reached by a slope car, is exceptional. It is a town where you...

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Miyagi Prefecture

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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