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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

The highest-elevation ski resort in Miyagi

Sumikawa Snow Park

宮城蔵王すみかわスノーパーク | Miyagi Zao Sumikawa Snow Park

Mt. Zao

650-year-old ritual preventing fires through tiger dances

Northern Miyagi

Fire ProtectionTiger Dance Festival

The most beautiful cherry blossom spot in Miyagi

Mt. Zao

Hitome Senbon Zakura Festival(1,000 Cherry Trees)

The biggest ski resort in Miyagi

Mt. Zao

Eboshi Ski Resort

Matsushima Bay overlook

Matsushima Bay

Saigyo Modoshi no Matsu Park

Unique seasonal events in Miyagi

Multiple Areas

Seasonal Experiences in Miyagi

Recommended

Recommended

Historic cherry blossom spot in the heart of Sendai City

Cherry Blossoms at Tsutsujigaoka Park

榴岡公園 | Tsutsujigaoka Park

Sendai

Miyagi's top cherry blossom spot

Mt. Zao

Insider's View of Hitome Senbon Zakura

Matsushima Bay overlook

Matsushima Bay

Saigyo Modoshi no Matsu Park

650-year-old ritual preventing fires through tiger dances

Northern Miyagi

Fire ProtectionTiger Dance Festival

All-season hike with ocean views

Multiple Areas

Mt. Karou Hiking

Scenic cruise with seasonal meals

Mt. Zao

Abukuma Riverboat Cruise

Throw beans and welcome in the spring season

Matsushima Bay

Shiogama Shrine Setsubun Festival

Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Sendai's finest tea in the unlikeliest location

Bashoen Tea Shop

芭蕉園 | Bashoen Tea Shop

Sendai

All things Kesennuma

Sanriku Coast

Shopping & Entertainment at Umi no Ichi

Historic seaside brewery with global reach

Matsushima Bay

Urakasumi Sake Brewery

Explore diverse ramen culture of Tohoku

Multiple Areas

Ramen Review of Tohoku

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.