The breathtaking beauty of pine-covered islands in Matsushima Bay
Relaxing in Akiu hot springs
From Coast to Mountains Route
Day 1
Sendai Airport
Sendai Airport Access Line (25 min.)
Sendai Station
JR Senseki Line (30 min.)
Hon-Shiogama Station
Walk (15 min.)
Marine Gate Shiogama
Sightseeing boats to Matsushima extra charge (50 min.) coupon available
Matsushima Bay
Matsushima is famous for its bay, which is dotted with some 260 pine-clad islets and has been ranked one of Japan's Three Most Scenic Views. You can experience a spiritual
connection by visiting temples such as Godaido temple, and Zuiganji Temple, a National Treasure and Important Cultural Property.
Walk (10 min.)
Matsushima Kaigan Station
JR Senseki Line (40 min.)
Sendai Station
Miyagi Kotsu bus : Sendai-Akiu Otaki line (50 min.)
Akiu hot springs
Akiu hot springs is a nationally famous hot spring resort that was discovered more than 1500 years ago. It is one of the “Japan’s Three Royal Hot Springs.”
Day 2
Akiu Sato Center
Sendai City bus (15 min.)
Ayashi Station
JR Senzan Line (40 min.)
Yamadera Station
Risshakuji Temple
"tama konjac" the specialty food of Yamagata Prefecture.
Yamadera (Risshakuji Temple) was founded in 860, and has been a center of worship in the Tohoku region since then. While climbing up more than 1000 stone steps to the top of
the mountain, you’ll see many temples and landmarks.
Yamadera Station
JR Senzan Line (70 min.)
Sendai Station
Loople Sendai (13 min.)
Zuihoden Mausoleum
Zuihoden is the mausoleum of Date Masamune, the feudal lord of Sendai. It is a reconstruction of the original but the beauty of its elegant and gorgeous ornamentation conveys
the Momoyama cultural traditions.
Loople Sendai (10 min.)
Site of Sendai Castle
This park gives you a view from the center of Sendai all the way to the Pacific Ocean. The statue of DATE Masamune on horseback is an iconic symbol of the Sendai landscape.
Loople Sendai (4 min.)
Aobayama Station
Sendai Subway Tozai Line (3 min.)
Yagiyama Zoological Park Station
Sendai Subway Tozai Line (12 min.)
Sendai Station
Sendai Airport Access Line (25 mi.)
Sendai Airport Station
Sendai and Southern Miyagi Pref. Route
Highlights
View from the tower of Shiroishi castle, the Continued 100 Fine Castles of Japan
The recreational area with an aquarium and a large outlet mall
Day 1
Sendai Airport Station
Sendai Airport Access Line (10 min.)
Natori Station
JR Tohoku Line (40 min.)
Shiroishi Station
Walk (15 min.)
Shiroishi Castle
Shiroishi was under control of the Katakura clan, a family of retainers of the Date clan. Part of the castle tower was faithfully restored in 1995 and visitors can see the
city center from there. Shiroishi Umen (warm noodles) is a local delicacy of Shiroishi city.
Walk (15 min.)
Shiroishi Station
JR Tohoku Line (21 min.)
Tsukinoki Station
Abukuma Express Line (14 min.)
Kakuda Station
Walk (15 min.)
Sennan Schinken Factory
At this microbrewery with a restaurant you can enjoy several varieties of craft beers and German cuisine made using local ingredients.
Walk (5 min.)
Kakuda Station
Abukuma Express Line (14 min.)
Tsukinoki Station
JR Tohoku Line (30 min.)
Sendai Station
Miyagi Kotsu bus: Sendai-Akiu line (50 min.)
Akiu hot springs
Akiu hot springs is a nationally famous hot spring resort that was discovered more than 1500 years ago. It is one of the “Japan’s Three Royal Hot Springs.”
Day 2
Akiu Hot Springs
Miyagi Kotsu bus : Sendai-Akiu line (50 min.)
JR Sendai Station
JR Senseki Line (20min.)
JR Nakano-Sakae Station
Walk (5 min.)
Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium
Shopping at a large outlet mall, riding on the big Ferris wheel, interacting with marine life at the aquarium. Lots of fun things to do!
Walk (15 min.)
Nakano-Sakae Station
JR Senseki Line (20 min.)
Sendai Station
Sendai Airport Access Line (25 min.)
Sendai Airport Station
Suburbs of Sendai Route
Highlights
Tracking the footsteps of Nikka Whisky’s history
Relaxing in Sakunami hot springs
Day 1
JR Sendai Station
Sendai City bus (80min.)
Jogi Area
Jogi Nyorai is believed to bring good luck to those who pray regularly for their family’s happiness such as for weddings, easier labor during childbirth. Don’t forget to
taste Sankaku Abura Age(triangle-shaped fried tofu), Jogi’s local specialty.
Sendai City bus (25 min.)
Rikuzen Shirasawa Station
JR Senzan Line (10 min.)
Sakunami Station
Free shuttle bus (10 min.) *available only on Saturday, Sunday, national holidays
Nikka Whisky Sendai Distillery
Here they provide an excellent distillery tour for free if you make a reservation. There is a paid tasting bar and a souvenir shop.
Walk (10 min.)
Nikka Bridge
Sendai City bus (8 min.)
Sakunami hot springs
Sakunami hot springs is said to be founded in 1796. Feel the charm of this hot spring resort, which is rich in history and nature.
Day 2
Sakunami hot springs
Sendai City bus (5 min.)
Sakunami Station
JR Senzan Line (25 min.)
Yamadera Station
Risshakuji Temple
"tama konjac" the specialty food of Yamagata Prefecture.
Yamadera (Risshakuji Temple) was founded in 860, and has been a center of worship in the Tohoku region since then. While climbing up more than 1000 stone steps to the top of
the mountain, you’ll see many temples and landmarks.
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