Kurihara, Miyagi Prefecture
Get into Nature and History!
Mt. Kurikoma Area Geopark, located around Mt. Kurikoma, features a rich and diverse natural environment. On this guided hike, learn the story of how people in the region have lived through and overcome numerous natural disasters, including earthquakes and floods.
The area has nurtured both nature and culture, and today, based on its experiences of living alongside disasters, it is promoting a sustainable future by incorporating those lessons into disaster preparedness, education, and tourism.
Mt. Kurikoma Area Geopark, certified geo-guides are ready to welcome you with safe and enjoyable guided tours. In addition to showcasing the park’s natural beauty, they also share the region’s history—including the memories of two major earthquakes.
Sample Courses:
- Lake Izunuma Area
Lake Izunuma is the largest freshwater lake in the prefecture and a Ramsar-registered wetland. It hosts a variety of aquatic plants and provides a suitable habitat for waterfowl and fish. In winter, nearly 3,000 whooper swans migrate here, making it Japan’s largest wintering site for them, along with tens of thousands of greater white-fronted geese. Many visitors come to enjoy lotus flowers in summer and bird watching during the migratory season in winter.
At the Miyagi Prefecture Izunuma-Uchinuma Sanctuary Center, visitors can observe birds and plants using field scopes and deepen their understanding of nature and human interaction. (Closed every Monday; free admission)
- Mt. Kurikoma Area Geopark Visitor Center
Certified as a Japan Geopark in September 2015, Mt. Kurikoma Area Geopark Visitor Center serves as an information hub, providing experiences and learning opportunities about the geopark. Visitors can enjoy impressive aerial floor maps from Mt. Kurikoma to Lake Izunuma and Lake Uchinuma and watch large-screen videos introducing features such as the Aratozawa landslide. (Closed every Tuesday; free admission)
- Sekaiyachi Ancient Flower Garden
Sekaiyachi means “wide wetland” and is a roughly 15-hectare marshland on the gentle southern slopes around 700m elevation of Mt. Kurikoma. It is home to many rare alpine plants. From May to September, various alpine flowers bloom, with a famous large cluster of daylilies (Nikkōkisuge) in June, creating a stunning orange floral landscape.
We also offer guided tours of the Mt. Kurikoma Area Geopark tailored to your preferences. Please feel free to contact us with your desired locations or requests.
*Model Course List:
Experience Snapshot
What's Included
- Geo-Guide fee
- Interpreter
- Handling fee
Cost
Please inquire below.
Experience Availability
Year Round
*This program is available on weekdays, weekends, and public holidays. However, availability may be limited depending on reservation status, so prior inquiry is required
Average Duration
Based on desired course
Participants
From 1 – 10 guests.
Meeting Location
Mt. Kurikoma, Miyagi Prefecture
Important notes
Reservation availability may vary. Reserve to confirm availability.
Please notify us at least 3 days before if you must cancel or modify your reservation.
Requests for reservations for this experience must be made at least three weeks in advance.
Inquire today
You can send a booking inquiry below. After we receive your inquiry, we will confirm the booking with our partners and send you a booking confirmation email at least two weeks before your desired date.
Please note this form does not confirm the availability of the experience.
Cancelation policy
Our cancelation policy for this experience is below. Percentages represent the non-refundable portion of your experience fee.
1 day before date of experience
50% of total price
Same Day
No refund
