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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

Dozens of colorful hot air balloons decorating the sky

Osaki Balloon Festival

Northern Miyagi

Cat-shaped cabins on Cat Island

Sanriku Coast

Manga Island Cabins & Campground

Frozen natural wonders

Multiple Areas

Snow Monsters of Zao

Scenic cruise with seasonal meals

Mt. Zao

Abukuma Riverboat Cruise

Experience the world of kokeshi dolls

Northern Miyagi

Kokeshi Festival

Magical winter evenings

Mt. Zao

Michinoku Park Winter Illumination

Recommended

Recommended

One of the most magical autumn attractions in Tohoku

Matsushima
Fall Light Up

Matsushima Bay

Colors of fall under the lights

Multiple Areas

Autumn Leaves at Night

Scenic cruise with seasonal meals

Mt. Zao

Abukuma Riverboat Cruise

Festival celebrating a traditional comfort food of Miyagi

Northern Miyagi

Japan's #1 Hatto Festival

A budget-friendly way to spend the day in Akiu

Sendai

Tenshukaku Gardens & Ichitaro Hot Springs

SUP at a major fall color destination

Northern Miyagi

SUP at Lake Katanuma

Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Oyster lunch and Matsushima Bay cruise

Oyster Nabe Cruise in Matsushima

丸文松島汽船株式会社 | Marubun Matsushima Kisen Co., Ltd.

Matsushima Bay

Contemporary cafes in Matsushima

Matsushima Bay

RestaurateurShinichi Chiba

Local cuisines assemble

Sendai

Local Cuisine Miyagino

French cafe with a view

Matsushima Bay

Cafe le Roman

All things Kesennuma

Sanriku Coast

Shopping & Entertainment at Umi no Ichi

Coastal hot springs and seafood

Sanriku Coast

Minamisanriku Onsen Hotel Kanyo

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.