Miyagi Prefecture offers tourist attractions such as Oshima Island, Akiu Hot Springs, and Atago Shrine; sightseeing events such as the Donton Festival, Oni-Kojuro Festival, and Setsubun Festival; and local delicacies such as macarons, cold Chinese noodles, and harako-meshi rice.
Miyagi Prefecture is the center of the Tohoku region. It is a must-visit destination for history buffs, as the predecessor of the entire Miyagi Prefecture was the Sendai Domain. The Sendai han is sometimes called the Date han because it was delivered by the Date family. It is better known as the Date han because of the strong image of the warlord Date Masamune. When the Sendai han (domain) was abolished in the Meiji era (1868-1912), it became Sendai Prefecture, which in turn became the present-day Miyagi Prefecture.
The New Okunohosomichi, a Tohoku Nature Trail that allows visitors to enjoy the four seasons, has 29 trails in Miyagi Prefecture, including mountain trails that allow visitors to stroll while enjoying the scenery of the four seasons and a course that takes them to an island by sightseeing boat. For example, the "Asahiyama Cherry Blossom Path" takes visitors from Maeyachi Station, one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in the prefecture, to the prefectural natural park Asahiyama, where they can enjoy viewing cherry blossoms in spring. On a clear day, it is possible to see Matsushima, and the 4.9-km path is perfect for a stroll. Each of the 29 trails has its own unique characteristics and allows visitors to enjoy nature.
The natural scenery is not the only thing to look forward to when traveling in Miyagi Prefecture. Miyagi Prefecture is a food kingdom where you can taste the bounty of the sea, the mountains, and the earth, and enjoy a wide variety of foods. Oysters can only live in clean water, and during the season from October to March, various stores offer all-you-can-eat oysters, and some stores allow you to not only eat them on the spot but also take them as souvenirs. Some of them offer courses that allow visitors to cross to remote islands by sightseeing boat and enjoy oysters there. If you are a fan of oysters, which are said to be the milk of the sea, this is a fun trip that you should try at least once.
Miyagi Prefecture is also a major rice-producing region. Miyagi Prefecture produces brands such as Sasanishiki and Hitomebore. Hitomebore, based on Koshihikari and adapted to Miyagi's climate, is a popular rice with a glossy yet refreshing flavor that always ranks high in domestic production. Why not enjoy rice along with your trip, such as new rice?
Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture is one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, along with Amanohashidate in Kyoto Prefecture and Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture. Since the Edo period (1603-1867), it has been famous as one of the most scenic spots in Japan, and even the famous haiku poet Matsuo Ba...»
The 55-meter drop and 6-meter wide waterfall cascades down with a roaring sound. Along with Kegon Falls (Tochigi Prefecture) and Nachi Falls (Wakayama Prefecture), it is sometimes referred to as one of the three greatest waterfalls in Japan or one of the three most famous waterfalls in Japan. It is...»
Zuiganji Temple was built with the best of Momoyama-style architecture.Founded by Jikaku Daishi Ennin in 828, the temple was rebuilt by Date Masamune in 1609 and renamed Zuigan-ji Temple. It is the family temple of the Date family. Masamune invited 130 master craftsmen to complete the building, whi...»
This is the oldest Gongen-zukuri structure built by Date Masamune in the Azuchi-Momoyama period, and is designated as a National Treasure. The shrine pavilion is designated as a national treasure. The long floor in front of the shrine building (wari-wai-den) is designated as an important cultural pr...»
The only national park in Tohoku located on the lakeside of Kamabusa Dam. The park is divided into three areas: the "South Area" with large flowerbeds and flower gardens, large playground equipment, and old houses from six prefectures in Tohoku; the "North Area" with campgrounds, a dog run, and vari...»
The shrine is the most revered shrine in Oshu and is believed to be the god of safe childbirth, safety at sea, and satisfaction from a great catch of fish. It is popularly called "Shiogama-sama" (Lord of Shiogama). It is the head shrine of all the Shiogama (Shiogama, Shiogama, Shiogama, Shiogama, Sh...»
This tea house was originally located in Hideyoshi Toyotomi's Fushimi-Momoyama Castle, and was moved to a scenic spot jutting out into Matsushima Bay, where it was used by successive lords of the domain for enjoying the cool of the evening and the viewing of the moon. Date Masamune received the tea...»
Shiroishi Castle was the southern strategic point of the Sendai domain until it was dismantled in 1874. After the Battle of Sekigahara, the castle was the residence of the Katakura clan, the chief vassal of the Date family, for more than 260 years until the Meiji Restoration. Also known as Masuoka C...»
Located on Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, Godaido stands on a small island near the coast of Honshu. It is said to be the oldest Momoyama-style architecture in the Tohoku region. It was originally built by Tamuramaro Sakagami in 807 (Daido 2) as Bishamondo. Later, in 828,...»
Akiu Onsen is known as the "inner sanctum of Sendai," the "City of Trees. Its history is said to date back about 1,500 years. Since the 29th Emperor Kinmei's illness was cured by this hot spring and he was given the title of "Natori no Goyu," it has attracted nationwide attention as one of the three...»
Architecturally designed based on the design of the "Matsushima Park Hotel" that existed in Matsushima Park in the Taisho and Showa eras, the building offers a rooftop spot overlooking Matsushima Bay and a variety of experience programs. The two-story commercial facility is divided into a paid area...»
The Saito family, a wealthy merchant who flourished in Marumorimachi for seven generations from the Edo period to the Showa period, left their valuable architectural structures, costumes, art works, and other items to the museum's collection, which is registered as a Tangible Cultural Property of Ja...»
Sendai Castle once stood on a vast site measuring 500 m east to west and 1,000 m north to south, with the main citadel alone covering an area of 20,000 tsubo. Remnants of the castle can be seen in the stone walls built at the top of the mountain, as well as in the path leading up to the castle, the ...»
Built in 1441 by Date Mochimune, the 11th head of the Date clan, this family temple is well known for its beautiful kaiyu-style Japanese garden. Especially from June to July, irises bloom around the pond. Zen Garden The Rinnoji Zen Garden, with its soaring three-story pagoda, is known as one of th...»
Funaoka Joshi Park, selected as one of the 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan, is known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Tohoku, and is the former residence of the Shibata clan until the Meiji Restoration. Today, the 305-meter-long "Shibata-cho Funaoka Joshi Park Slope ...»