Location: Miyagi Prefecture
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10 Cultural Tours in Miyagi Prefecture That You Shouldn't Miss
Miyagi Prefecture (宮城県, Miyagi-ken) is a prefecture in the Tōhoku region of Japan. The capital is Sendai.
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1. Matsushima and Shiogama Cultural Tour Including One-Way Train Ticket from Tokyo
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a rare chance to experience a green tea tasting, a local sake tasting, a tea ceremony at an important historical teahouse and many other activities with your guide who will explain to you about the long history of Matsushima as a sightseeing spot due to its beautiful landscape. Matsushima is also known as a historically important location for being the base of the shogunate during the Sengoku (Warring States) period. This tour includes both one-way bullet train and local train tickets. Enjoy the relaxing train ride as well as beautiful rural landscape in Japan!
Inclusions: Local guide (after arrival in Matsushima), Tea ceremony experience, Green tea tasting, Local original sake-based cocktail tasting (minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years)
Exclusions: Return ticket to Tokyo, Food and beverage, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
2. 1-Day Private Sendai Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Sendai is the biggest city of northern part of Japan, and well known for unique history, food and nature. You could select 4 hours or 7 hours private tour and our team would suggest the best itinerary based on your interests. For instance, Zuihoden (the mausoleum of Shogun), Osaki Hachimangu Shrine (Shinto shrine, one of the national Treasure of Japan), Matsushima (One of the three most scenic spots of Japan), Whiskey distillery, Sake brewery, Winery, Shiogama Shrine and so on. Do not miss the best place and experience in Sendai, Miyagi! Let's enjoy Japan one step deeper!
Inclusions: Professional local guide, Hotel pickup
Exclusions: Transportation fee (for yourself and your guide), Entrance fee (for yourself and your guide), Lunch (for yourself and your guide), Other personal expenses
3. Experience mini version of trainee monk's life deep in the countryside
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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 visit) of his own hand writing. • 5-hour experience in an hidden temple in the North-east of Japan • Experience Zazen (sitting blank-headed) • Preparation of Buddhist Lanten lunch and degustation • Hand- copying of Sutras • Temple grounds visit • Goshuin (a certificate for Temple visit) Small-group format ensures a personalized experience
Inclusions: Vegetarian lunch, English speaking local guide, All the material for copying Sutras, Goshuin, Lunch
Exclusions: Gratuities to the Temple (optional), Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Reviewed By katviajera
What a beautiful place to stay! Bakke has everything you need if you want to enjoy nature and escape the busy city life. The traditional Japanese guesthouse is located on the countryside near Sendai and Tome, between trees, flower fields and a river. The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with a traditional table heater and four beautiful tatami rooms. The hot shower is excellent. The nearby house has even a little museum to show and explain local farmer's life. You can just relax and chill at the house, or take a bicycle and explore the area. We went to the village, the local temples and shrines and hiked up Mount Kogaisan. I would definitively recommend it for every nature lover. I will come back for sure!
4. Experience Matsushima and Shiogama Cultural Tour including VIP Access to Private Tea House Room
Book this amazing 6.5-hour tour to explore the local town of Matsushima and Shiogama! Visit the historical Kanrantei Tea House or Senshin-an. Experience a tea ceremony and green tea tasting in the most authentic way! Matsushima is also known as a historically important location for being the base of the shogunate during the Sengoku (Warring States) period. Visit the symbol of Matsushima - Zuiganji Temple, built by the local warrior Masamune Date, also known as the "one-eyed dragon". Learn the fascinating history of Matsushima from your knowledgeable guide while enjoying its beautiful landscape as well as local lifestyle.
Inclusions: Local guide, Access to private tea house room at Kanrantei Tea House, Tea ceremony experience, Green tea tasting, Local original sake-based cocktail tasting (minimum drinking age in Japan is 20 years)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food, Gratuities
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
5. Full-Day Historical Cycling Tour in Matsushima
Matsushima has had a long history as a sightseeing spot because of its beautiful landscape. It is also known as a historically important location for being a base of the shogunate during the Sengoku (Warring States) period. You will see and learn the history and the local culture by visiting historical sites and experiencing local activities.
Inclusions: Local guide, Bicycle rental, Access to private tea house room at Kanrantei Tea House, Green tea tasting
Exclusions: Transportation fee to/from meeting point, Food and beverage, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
6. Oku-Matsushima 2-Day Local Homestay and Fishing Experience
Book this 2-day tour in the Matsushima area and stay overnight at a local family's house, experience fishing with a local expert, and enjoy the freshest seafood BBQ. Matsushima is well known as one of Japan’s three most scenic destinations. Enjoy the mesmerizing coastal landscape of Matsushima with over 260 pine-covered islands while your local guide explains the fascinating local history especially about the famous shogunate, Masamune Date, the samurai ruler of the Sendai region who was known as ”Dokuganryu” (one-eyed hero) as he could only see with one eye. where you will enjoy the following unique and local experiences.
Inclusions: Overnight accommodation, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Local guide, English translator during dinner and fishing experience, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
7. Full-Day Historical Bike and Boat Tour of Matsushima Including One-Way Train Ticket from Tokyo
Discover Matsushima by bicycle and by boat on this 6-hour tour, which includes a one-way bullet train ticket from Tokyo. 6-hour cycling tour in Matsushima including one-way train ticket from Tokyo. In a small group of no more than 15, experience a traditional tea ceremony at Kanrantei Tea House; see such ancient sites as Zuiganji Temple and Godaido Temple, then get out onto the bay on a sightseeing cruise.
Inclusions: Local guide, Bicycle rental, Access to private tea house room at Kanrantei Tea House, Green tea tasting
Exclusions: Return ticket to Tokyo, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and beverage, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
8. Discover Tohoku -2 Days Trip to Zao and Fox Village from Tokyo
On this 2 day trip you will be exploring the beautiful Zao area and visiting the cute fox village. The tour will start in Tokyo, where you will meet your guide in Tokyo station and from there travel together to the Yamagata Prefecture. You will be exploring Mount Zao and along the way see the Jizo statue, and at the top see the beautiful Okama crater. You will also be visiting the fox village, where you can go and see Japanese foxes. For this tour there will be accommodations included, where you will be staying at the Zao Astraea Hotel, where here you can enjoy an Onsen (Japanese hot springs) to relax from your exciting adventurous day.
Inclusions: Accommodation in Zao, Dinner on Day 1, Breakfast on Day 2
Exclusions: Lunch, Bus fare from Yamagata station to Zao Onsen bus stop (1,000yen), Ropeway fare (2,600yen), Shinkansen ticket for JR PASS holder, Admission fee (Fox village: 1,000yen), Tour assistant and guide (We will send you detailed information itinerary)
Reviewed By Glenn B
We cancelled the tour in advance and have NEVER been refunded the payment, my advice to anybody is to avoid at all costs this tour
9. Traditional Japanese Drum Performance On Board A Boat
”Healing through traditional Japanese drums in great outdoors on board a boat" Marumori town in Miyagi prefecture gets its title, a literal translation of "Town of Water and Green" is blessed with spectacular mountains and streams that runs through it. This special program is unique and one of its kind in Japan and possibly in the world. Board the boat and set sail down the Abukuma river, watch, listen and feel the powerful performance by the "Marumori Date Daiko" team, a professional and a local traditional Japanese drumming team. Marumori town is located just south of Sendai City also known as "City of trees". The largest city in Tohoku region.
Inclusions: Boat trip
Exclusions: NA
Reviewed By Leo J
It is incredible that there is a beautiful little gelateria in Marumori which is a small town south of Sendai. The ice cream itself is very good and not too expensive. The gelateria is small but decorated with love and it has the vine “feels like home” :)
10. 2-Day Tour to Watch the Paradise of Winter Birds with a Local Guide in Miyagi
【OUTLINE】 While walking with a knowledgeable guide, admire tens of thousands of waterfowls in Izunuma marsh. Gain an insight into the development of the human and nature existing together in harmony. Interact with people who protect and live with beautiful nature while being exposed to their heartwarming lives. You will make an everlasting memory from the 2 days that you cannot experience in the city. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Bird watching 2 times in the morning and the evening in Izunuma marsh, the wetland registered under the Ramsar Convention ・Observe and learn the lifestyle of Japanese farmers ・Lunch of locally-grown vegetables and branded pork ・Bottling activity of home-brewed sake called 'doburoku' (optional) ・Cook a local breakfast by yourself and enjoy it (optional)
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Experience fee, Accommodation, Transportation, Taxes such as consumption tax
Exclusions: Dinner on Day 1, Expenses such as transportation not included in the course, Personal expenses
Reviewed By liangyuc1911
it was an amazing experience!! with the glass bottles i could use it was so fun and and simple!!!!!!!
