Shiogama Tuna Auction and Fishmarket Tour
See the tuna auction and morning market of Shiogama through this locally guided day trip from Sendai. This tour incudes lunch.
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Mochi-Pounding Experience
Experience an indispensable element of Japanese holidays: mochi-pounding! Using a traditional mallet and mortar, pound mochi rice into this staple chewy morsel, and then enjoy the result as part of a delicious local dish.
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Matsushima
There simply isn’t a view quite like this anywhere else in the country. Matsushima is more than simply a beautiful bay filled with stunning rock formations. The mainland town is also home to centuries of Buddhist culture, samurai history, and incredible seafood, making it a day trip from Sendai you won’t want to miss.
Shiogama: The Sushi Capital of Japan
While Tokyo’s fish markets may be famous, the actual sushi capital of Japan lies far to the north in Miyagi prefecture, in the port town of Shiogama.
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Tono City: Japan’s City of Folkore
Nestled in a mountain valley in the central part of Iwate, one of Japan’s most northern prefectures, lies the quiet hamlet of Tono. Known as the ‘City of Folklore,’ this peaceful rural enclave is home to some of Japan’s most famous legends, well-preserved traditions and architecture, Buddhist wonders, and delicious cuisine and craft beer.
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Konan City
Home to three National Treasure designated temples and plenty of samurai history, Konan City offers incredible access to Japanese culture and history without the crowds of nearby Kyoto
The Samurai Town of Shiroishi
Nestled at the foot of the Zao Mountain Range in southern Miyagi Prefecture is the historic castle town of Shiroishi, a community deeply tied to the legacy of the Katakura Clan and the samurai spirit of Japan’s feudal past.
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Samurai Spirit Experience
Experience what it felt like to be a retainer of the castle town of the Sendai Date clan. You will have the opportunity to try out drawing a real sword, which is something you don’t usually get to do, and try out tea at the Zangetsu-tei teahouse, where you will experience the mindset of a samurai.
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Date Masamune Culture: Suzume Odori Dance in Sendai’s Ryokusaikan
Learn the Suzume Odori, a traditional dance passed down from the times of the samurai. Enjoy the traditions of the samurai and townspeople from Sendai’s castle town days.
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Highlights of Sendai Tour Package
Sendai is a dynamic and historically significant city bursting with culture, history, nature, and tradition. On this tour, hit Sendai’s top sightseeing destinations, experience hands-on cultural, culinary and crafting experiences, and get to know the tradition and culture of this fascinating city.
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