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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

Watch over 150 teams of dancers perform across Sendai

Michinoku Yosakoi Festival

Sendai

Recommended

Recommended

One of the most magical autumn attractions in Tohoku

Matsushima
Fall Light Up

Matsushima Bay

Scenic climb up and over Mount Zao

Mt. Zao

Cycling the Zao Highlands

Scenic cruise with seasonal meals

Mt. Zao

Abukuma Riverboat Cruise

Colors of fall under the lights

Multiple Areas

Autumn Leaves at Night

Crater lake atop a volcano

Mt. Zao

Mt. Zao & Okama Crater

SUP at a major fall color destination

Northern Miyagi

SUP at Lake Katanuma

Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Luxury strawberries and picking experiences

MIGAKI FARM

ミガキファーム | MIGAKI FARM

Mt. Zao

A Sendai shopping guide for first timers

Sendai

Sendai Shopping Guide

A sushi lover's paradise

Multiple Areas

Miyagi Sushi Guide

Delicious meat-free dining across Miyagi

Multiple Areas

Vegan & Vegetarian Miyagi

Watch a live tuna auction

Matsushima Bay

Tuna Auction at Shiogama Fish Market

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.