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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

Beer, gourmet grub, and a live Oktoberfest band

Sendai Oktoberfest

Sendai

Cat-shaped cabins on Cat Island

Sanriku Coast

Manga Island Cabins & Campground

Experience the world of kokeshi dolls

Northern Miyagi

Kokeshi Festival

Samurai temple with traditional gardens

Matsushima Bay

Entsuin Temple

Over 420,000 sunflowers in full bloom

Northern Miyagi

Sanbongi Sunflower Festival

Recommended

Recommended

Watch over 150 teams of dancers perform across Sendai

Michinoku Yosakoi Festival

Sendai

Scenic cruise with seasonal meals

Mt. Zao

Abukuma Riverboat Cruise

The best day hike in Miyagi

Northern Miyagi

Mt. Kurikoma Hiking

Colors of fall under the lights

Multiple Areas

Autumn Leaves at Night

SUP at a major fall color destination

Northern Miyagi

SUP at Lake Katanuma

Four excellent beaches for swimming

Multiple Areas

Swimming Beaches of Miyagi

Food & Drink

Food & Drink

The low-key nightlife locals love

Yokocho Culture

横丁 | Yokocho

Sendai

Thai food in the Japanese countryside

Sanriku Coast

Wasian Cafe Aimaki

A glimpse of Tome during the Meiji era

Northern Miyagi

Meiji Historical Village

A budget-friendly way to spend the day in Akiu

Sendai

Tenshukaku Gardens & Ichitaro Hot Springs

The most sought-after sweets in Naruko

Northern Miyagi

Chestnut Dango at Fukase

Hand-baked rice crackers with a 700-year history

Matsushima Bay

Matsushima Kouren Senbei

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.