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10 Best Things to Do in Miyagi

Miyagi Prefecture, the most populous prefecture in northeastern Japan's Tohoku region, is a place known for its charming diversity, offering a rich tapestry of culinary delights, natural landscapes, a……

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Season

Season

Unique seasonal events in Miyagi

Seasonal Experiences in Miyagi

季節体験 | Seasonal experiences

Matsushima Bay

Mt. Zao

Northern Miyagi

Sendai

Historical festival with traditional Japanese firearms

Northern Miyagi

Hanayama Matchlock Rifle Festival

Japan's top azalea spot

Sanriku Coast

Mt. Tokusenjo Azaleas

The most beautiful cherry blossom spot in Miyagi

Mt. Zao

Hitome Senbon Zakura Festival(1,000 Cherry Trees)

Historic cherry blossom spot in the heart of Sendai City

Sendai

Cherry Blossoms at Tsutsujigaoka Park

Mountain highway bordered by towering walls of snow

Mt. Zao

Snow Walls along the Zao Echo Line

Light-up event held during cherry blossom season

Matsushima Bay

Shiogama Shrine Spring Light Up

Recommended

Recommended

Samurai temple with traditional gardens

Entsuin Temple

円通院 | Entsuin Temple

Matsushima Bay

The most beautiful cherry blossom spot in Miyagi

Mt. Zao

Hitome Senbon Zakura Festival(1,000 Cherry Trees)

Matsushima Bay overlook

Matsushima Bay

Saigyo Modoshi no Matsu Park

Poignant views invite quiet reflection

Sanriku Coast

Hiyoriyama Park

Miyagi's top cherry blossom spot

Mt. Zao

Insider's View of Hitome Senbon Zakura

Scenic cruise with seasonal meals

Mt. Zao

Abukuma Riverboat Cruise

Japan's top azalea spot

Sanriku Coast

Mt. Tokusenjo Azaleas

Food & Drink

Food & Drink

A sushi lover's paradise

Miyagi Sushi Guide

寿司 | Sushi

Matsushima Bay

Sanriku Coast

Sendai

Contemporary cafes in Matsushima

Matsushima Bay

RestaurateurShinichi Chiba

Kesennuma seafood pub

Sanriku Coast

Izakaya Pinpon

Traditional onsen culture meets contemporary amenities

Northern Miyagi

Naruko OnsenRyokan Ohnuma

Award-winning doburoku sake

Northern Miyagi

Brewpub Naruko no Kaze

Sparkling seafood rice bowls

Sanriku Coast

Kirakiradon

Itineraries

Itineraries

A 2-day itinerary covering the highlights of central Miyagi

A First-Time Visit to Miyagi

Matsushima Bay

Sendai

Relaxation & Wellness

Adventure

Local Cuisine

History & Tradition

Contemporary Culture

Events & Festivals

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Access Miyagi

Miyagi is located about 300 kilometers northeast of Tokyo, a trip that takes as little as 90 minutes by shinkansen bullet train. Miyagi is also home to a ferry port and the Sendai International Airport. Direct flights are available from Taiwan, China, Thailand, and Korea, as well as major cities across Japan. A flight to Sendai from Sapporo takes just 75 minutes, a flight from Osaka just 85 minutes.