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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

Over 420,000 sunflowers in full bloom

Sanbongi Sunflower Festival

Northern Miyagi

Calm waters at Moon Beach

Matsushima Bay

Tsukihama Beach

Swimming, surfing and music

Matsushima Bay

Shobutahama Beach

Home to one of Japan's best beaches

Sanriku Coast

Scenic Oshima Island

Swim at an island in Matsushima Bay

Matsushima Bay

Katsurashima Island Beach

Four excellent beaches for swimming

Multiple Areas

Swimming Beaches of Miyagi

The best day hike in Miyagi

Northern Miyagi

Mt. Kurikoma Hiking

Recommended

Recommended

Experience the world of kokeshi dolls

Kokeshi Festival

Northern Miyagi

Swimming, surfing and music

Matsushima Bay

Shobutahama Beach

Celebrating the culture and recovery of Ishinomaki City

Sanriku Coast

Ishinomaki KawabirakiFestival

Scenic cruise with seasonal meals

Mt. Zao

Abukuma Riverboat Cruise

Home to one of Japan's best beaches

Sanriku Coast

Scenic Oshima Island

A bit of island paradise

Sanriku Coast

Kodanohama Beach

Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Historic seaside brewery with global reach

Urakasumi
Sake Brewery

浦霞醸造元佐浦 | Urakasumi Sake Gallery

Matsushima Bay

Eat, pray, bathe

Sanriku Coast

Mishione Yokocho

Halal and vegetarian-friendly Japanese cuisine

Sanriku Coast

Yahataya Restaurant

Coastal hot springs and seafood

Sanriku Coast

Minamisanriku Onsen Hotel Kanyo

Quick & convenient sake tasting

Sendai

Sake Vending Machine in Sendai Station

Delicious meat-free dining across Miyagi

Multiple Areas

Vegan & Vegetarian Miyagi

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.