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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

Unique seasonal events in Miyagi

Seasonal Experiences in Miyagi

季節体験 | Seasonal experiences

Matsushima Bay

Mt. Zao

Northern Miyagi

Sendai

Season

Recommended

Samurai temple with traditional gardens

Entsuin Temple

円通院 | Entsuin Temple

Matsushima Bay

Recommended

Scenic climb up and over Mount Zao

Mt. Zao

Cycling the Zao Highlands

A budget-friendly way to spend the day in Akiu

Sendai

Tenshukaku Gardens & Ichitaro Hot Springs

Dozens of colorful hot air balloons decorating the sky

Northern Miyagi

Osaki Balloon Festival

Town of Steel, Fish, & Rugby

Near Miyagi

Glamping & Good Times in Kamaishi

Food & Drink

A sushi lover's paradise

Miyagi Sushi Guide

寿司 | Sushi

Matsushima Bay

Sanriku Coast

Sendai

Food & Drink

Contemporary cafes in Matsushima

Matsushima Bay

RestaurateurShinichi Chiba

Coastal hot spring hotel serving luxurious local seafood

Sanriku Coast

Onagawa Onsen Hotel Hanayubi

A Sendai shopping guide for first timers

Sendai

Sendai Shopping Guide

Secluded luxury inn on Matsushima Bay

Matsushima Bay

Matsushima Sakan Shoan Ryokan

Hip bar run by local graffitti artist

Sanriku Coast

Bar Sugar Shack

Contemporary design getaway

Sendai

Contemporary Design at Ogata Yama

Itineraries

A 2-day itinerary covering the highlights of central Miyagi

A First-Time Visit to Miyagi

Matsushima Bay

Sendai

Itineraries

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.