Experience a mini-version of the Buddhist ascetic training life in 5-hour visit at Daijiji Temple. The session consists of Zazen (sitting blank-headed), preparing a Buddhist Lenten lunch (vegetarian food), and Shakyo (hand-copying of Sutras). At the end of the Temple visit, the priest of the temple will hand you a Goshuin (a certificate for your...Read more
As one of Japan's foremost fishing harbours with the largest catch of fresh tuna and plenty of top quality sushi restaurants, Shiogama is a true foodie heaven! The town has a strong cultural connection with Japanese sake, home to three nationally famous breweries that produce the sacred sake for...Read more
-OUTLINE- Go on a cruise around Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, and look at the island related to Matsuo Basho (a Japanese haiku poet) and Date Masamune (a legendary warrior) up close. Before or after the cruise, you can broil a Sendai's specialty, Sasa Kamaboko, by yourself and taste it.Also you can enjoy grilled...Read more
-OUTLINE- This tour enables you to visit tourist attractions on a shared taxi in Naruko Hot Springs, one of the major hot spring resorts in the Tohoku Region. You can look at beautiful nature and historic sites in Naruko comfortably in a limited time. After the tour, you will try painting Kokeshi (wooden doll) that originated in Tohoku. They...Read more
Board a fishing boat from Shiogama Port in Matsushima and venture out into the Sendai Bay, the best place in Japan to catch flounder. Learn how to attach bait and how to fish from the professionals. Catch flounder, flathead flounder, lingcod, and bigeye flounder. After fishing, take a commemorative photo of your catch with your friends. The...Read more
Only 2 hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen, Sendai has many museums in the city. This tour will take you to three unique museums and explore intellectualism.
First, the only museum in the world where you can see the excavation of ruins from over 20,000 years ago. Second, a museum located in the top national university in the Tohoku region where...Read more
Matsushima is a town between Sendai and Minamisanriku, this town is along the coast, and there is about two hundreds islands near Matsushima. So this time, we are going to discover the most beautiful place in Matsushima and just enjoy fresh summer time here. These are the tour schedule below : 10:00 Arahama Elementary School
Shiogama is a port town that can be reached in 30 minutes by train from Sendai St. The historic port town is known as a paradise for Japanese foods. The first spot to visit is the fish market. You can buy fresh seafood, make Donburi, which is a Japanese bowl with rice, and of course, can eat it! What would you prefer to put on the rice bowl-...Read more
Join the Matsushima and Shiogama cruise tour and enjoy the taste of the chefs of Shiogama, the City of Sushi.This is the only sightseeing course in the bay where you can see the islands associated with the famous haiku poet Matsuo Basho and the lord of Sendai, Masamune Date. A cruise tour around the three most scenic spots in Japan. Enjoy...Read more
Sendai has prospered as a manufacturing town. Traditional crafts that represent Japan, daruma and kokeshi, are famous. Recently contemporary style traditional crafts, "design goods" are seen to be increasing.
In this tour, we will visit shops selected by your otomo guide and discover the best of Sendai. Japan's traditional crafts are...Read more
This is a plan to enjoy Akiu in the hot spring area. It is not just hot springs! First visit a village where Japanese craftsmen live. Experience 'Kokeshi,' Japanese traditional painting of dolls. Stop by for some delicious soba, and why not try some wine after- Take a moment to relax as you admire the vineyards in the winery establshed in...Read more
-OUTLINE- About 72 minutes from Sendai Airport by train and only 40 minutes from Sendai Station! This walking tour visits hidden places in Matsushima, known as one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. Explore the places of scenic and historical interest not listed in the guidebook. The guide will tell you about the history and the...Read more
This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Sendai and Matsushima!
Sendai is a city that sits at the doorstep of the nation’s more wild side. It’s a day trip from secluded mountain retreats, rugged coastlines, and remote islands. At the same time,...Read more
An 80 minute bus from Mori no Miyako,Sendai. Johgi Nyorai Temple located deep in the mountain. It is a temple where the people of Tohoku want to visit once in their lifetime! It is well-known as a temple where you can receive fortune regardless of its sect. Marriage, children/a safe birth, family safety and a thriving business have been...Read more
-OUTLINE- Take a bus from Sendai Station and visit the snow-covered Okama, the crater lake in Zao. You can also visit the Kattamine Shrine on the top of the Kattadake (1758 meters) and enjoy bathing in Togatta Hot Spring Resort at the foot of the mountain. An exciting caterpillar-type vehicle will bring you to the Okama crater-lake! You can...Read more
A course that visits the three temples and temples, including the Akiho Shrine, where the famous athletes visit and visit the "God of God", and learn about Akiho's history while receiving a seal. After the goal, enjoy a special tour lunch specializing in local...Read more
It is a cycling tour that links the points of Akiho sightseeing recommended for first-time bikers. Mainly gourmet and shopping, along the way enjoy the nature of Satoyama with plenty of liberation. You can chat with the people of the area, or shoot SNS with photogenic...Read more
-OUTLINE- About 72 minutes from Sendai Airport by train and only 40 minutes from Sendai Station! This hiking tour visits hidden places in Matsushima, known as one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. Explore the places of scenic and historical interest not listed in the guidebook. The guide will tell you about the history and the...Read more
This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Sendai and Matsushima!
Sendai is a city that sits at the doorstep of the nation’s more wild side. It’s a day trip from secluded mountain retreats, rugged coastlines, and remote islands. At the same time,...Read more