Top things to Do in Miyagi, Japan

2024/10/29

Miyagi is a place that is well-known for its charming diversity, which offers a diverse array of culinary delights, natural landscapes, and cultural activities. These great experiences and foods are a must-have if you're planning a visit to Miyagi.

How to Get There

You can go to Miyagi from Tokyo via various traffic means such as trains, buses, etc. Choose the method that is most appropriate for your Miyagi trip!

Train

Tokyo StationTokyo, Japan
1h 31min Japan Railways Shinkansen
Sendai StationMiyagi, Japan

Japan Railways Shinkansen [新幹線:Shinkansen]

Duration	1h 33min
Estimated Price	JP ¥8,000-12,000
How often	Every 20 mitutes

Japan Railways Limited Express [特急:Tokkyu]

Duration	4h 36min
Estimated Price	JP ¥8,000-12,000
How often	3 times a day

Bus

Shinjuku StationTokyo, Japan
5h 45min Keio Bus
Sendai StationMiyagi, Japan

Keio Bus

Duration	5h 45min
Estimated Price	JP ¥3,900-4,600
How often	once daily

Car

TokyoTokyo, Japan
4h 37min 370km
SendaiMiyagi, Japan

Keio Bus

Duration	4h 37min
Estimated Price	6h JP ¥5,390~ 12h JP¥5,390~ 24h JP¥6,820~
How often	any time

Miyagi's top attractions

Matsushima

One of the three most scenic spots in Japan is the 260 islands in Matsushima Bay, which are also famous for Matsushima Bay Cruises.

The hundreds of islands can be explored by walking and exploring black and red pine forests and ancient temples, including Zuiganji Temple, the family temple of the powerful Date clan that ruled this region.

Address	98-1 Aza Chonai, Matsushima Town, Miyagi

Aoba Castle

In 1600, Date Masamune, who was a powerful feudal lord, constructed Aoba Castle. The castle's defense was a factor in Masamune's decision to place his fortifications on Mount Aoba, 100 meters above the town below.

The location's view of the city below now serves an aesthetic purpose rather than military rule. However, a statue of Masamune, armored and riding a horse, recalls the site's origins.

Address	Aoba jo-shi Tenshu-dai, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi
Hours	9:00 to 17:00 until 16:00 from November to March
Closed	No closing days VR not available on Wednesdays
Admission	museum only:770 yen VR goggles only:880 yen set ticket for museum and VR goggles:1430 yen

Naruko hot spring

There are five hot spring regions in the Naruko area, but most visitors concentrate on the central area, which is known as Naruko Onsen. Naruko's central area is surrounded by the serene Oyagawa River and thick green forest.

Small shops, cafes, and restaurants line two narrow streets that snake through town. An intimate atmosphere is created by the fact that most places can only accommodate a few customers at a time.

Address	depends on the store
Hours	depends on the store
Closed	depends on the store
Admission	depends on the store

Miyagi's best gourmet food

Gyutan [beef tongue]

Gyutan is the original dish of Sendai which makes the thinly sliced beef tongue, cooked over a charcoal grill. Besides the standard version of grilled tongue and pickled vegetables seen, a futon is also popular in donburi form, as a curry or in a beef stew.

There are the most popular Gyutan restaurant chains. Which name is Rikyu and Kisuke. Both of these chains are located in Gyutan Dori [gyutan street] on the third floor of Sendai Station.

Zunda Mochi

Zunda Mochi is a traditional Japanese confectionery which makes glutinous rice cakes topped with sweet mashed edamame [This is a dish prepared with immature soybeans in the pod] paste.

Sweet bean paste with a vivid green color is used by locals in cities like Sendai in all kinds of snacks and desserts. You have the opportunity to savor Zundae shakes, Zunda ice cream, Zunda parfaits, Zunda daifukus, and Zunda roll cakes.

Harako-meshi

Miyagi, Japan's second largest oyster producer, is known for its fresh and delicious oysters. The oyster season on Miyagi is usually from October to March. Oysters can be enjoyed raw, grilled, steamed, fried, or in a hotspot!

In addition to their unparalleled freshness, oysters are also known for their large size, rich flavor, and subtle sea flavor.

To enjoy sightseeing in Miyagi, we suggest using CBL service

The charm of Miyagi is due to its diversified diversity, which offers a diverse array of culinary delights, natural landscapes, and cultural activities. If you're planning to visit Miyagi, make sure to include these great experiences and foods in your itinerary.

When you visit Miyagi, we recommend using a our taxi service [Charter Bus & Limousine Japan] . Sightseeing taxis are recommended for both first-time travelers to Miyagi and repeat visitors as they allow you to adjust the route based on your individual travel goals and interests. A Full Size Van is capable of accommodating up to 9 people for efficient sightseeing.

Have fun taking trips to Miyagi!

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