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| In the Miyagi Ski Resort in Tohoku, not only the powder snow attracts the skiers, but also plenty of programs such as "snowshoeing" and "snow play" allow skiers to enjoy their time with snow. It's recommended to enjoy skiing, hot springs, as well as shopping and nightlife in Sendai. |
Miyagi Zao Eboshi Ski Resort |
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A skiing resort located around Zao Quasi-national Park. The long, panoramic skiing course that starts at 1,350m above sea level is enjoyable even for beginners. Powder snow, commonly seen on skiing grounds on the Pacific side of Japan, is an appealing factor as well.
On ski season weekends, there are free shuttle buses departing from Togatta Onsen.
Access from Sendai:
About 50 minutes from JR Tohoku Shinkansen Shiroishi-Zao Station by local bus to Togatta Onsen.
About 40 minutes from JR Sendai Station by highway bus to Togatta Onsen; about 65 minutes to Zao Town
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Ryokan Sanjiro |
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With Breakfast and Dinner / Japanese Room (Sleeps 2)
From JPY 25,600
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| Guests can enjoy a soak in the large communal bath or open-air bath while admiring the stunning views of Mount Zao. The scenery in the morning and evening are especially spectacular. |
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Chikusenso Mt. Zao Onsen Resort & Spa |
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With Breakfast and Dinner / Twin Room (Sleeps 2)
From JPY 60,900
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| Located amidst the beautiful forests of the Zao mountains, this luxury hotel offers the ultimate relaxation with natural hot springs and a spa. Guests can also enjoy finely prepared Japanese dishes with fresh local ingredients. |
Spring Valley Izumi Kogen Ski Resort |
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Although compact in size, the Spring Valley Izumi Kogen Resort offers a variety of ski runs and courses including the steep mogul runs and the snow park catering for all types skiers from the families to free stylers. The greatest appeal is its location within a 40-minute car ride from the downtown Sendai and with the nighttime skiing in operation.
Access from Sendai:
16 minutes by the Subway Namboku Line to the Izumi-Chuo Station, then change to shuttle bus or local bus for a 40 minute ride. |
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Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai |
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| City / Area | Miyagi |
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From JPY 15,000
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| Located a 2-minute walk from JR Sendai Station's East Exit, the hotel is an ideal base for business and leisure. Guests enjoy a safe, comfortable space and warm, heartfelt service. |
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Hotel Metropolitan Sendai |
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| City / Area | Miyagi |
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Room Only
From JPY 18,700
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| This urban hotel is a minute's walk from Sendai Station. Free Wi-Fi access in all guest rooms! Guests can choose from a range of breakfasts, such as Japanese set meals with locally grown ingredients, as well as a buffet with over 80 types of dishes. English, Chinese, and French speaking staff are on hand. |
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Zao Fox Village |
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Zao Mountain range is a famous tourist spot in the southern part of the Miyagi prefecture. The scenery of the snowy mountains fascinate the many people. At the foot of the mountain range there are many hot springs with positive effects to personal health, you can get yourself warmed in these hot springs after playing with snow. Now I am going to introduce one popular spot in Zao for visitors from overseas. In Miyagi Zao Fox Village, you can get in touch with 100 foxes freely roaming in the natural surroundings. Foxes love snow a lot.
Access:
About 15 minutes by taxi from the Togatta Onsen.
About 25 minutes by taxi from JR Tohoku Shinkansen Shiroishi-Zao Station.
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Abukuma River |
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Passengers ride a boat down the Abukuma River Valley, a distance of 4 km one way and 8 km round trip. A boatman guides passengers to various scenic spots and strangely shaped rocks. There are different views to enjoy in each season, and from December to March boats run that are heated with a warm, comfy kotatsu table. Enjoy the gentle flow of the river while partaking of a hot pot dish.
●Place: Marumori
●Period: Throughout the year (closed for New year's)
●Price: 1,600 yen for adults.
Access:
Take the Tohoku Line from JR Sendai Station to Tsukinoki Station, change to the Abukuma Line, then get off at Marumori Station. Approximately 60-minute ride.
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Yamamoto Town Strawberry Picking
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Miyagi is the largest producer of strawberries in the Tohoku region. In the town of Yamamoto, the warm climate is utilized to cultivate strawberries that can be picked from January to late May. Visitors can have fun picking and tasting the fresh, flavorful strawberries.
●Place: ICHIGO WORLD, Yamamoto Town
●Period: January to late May
●Price: Starting from 1,300 yen for adults.
Access:
Take the Tohoku Line from JR Sendai Station to Tsukinoki Station, change to the Abukuma Line, then get off at Marumori Station. Approximately 60-minute ride.
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Sakagura Tourism |
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Sakagura tourism means to walk around sake breweries, get in touch with Kurabito (sake craftsperson), and enjoy local sake. After that, while enjoying a walk around the place that the sake is brewed, please also try the local food and know more about the traditional culture.
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Ichinokura |
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Besides this, please also visit WinterPlay site that has plenty of information about the festivals, scenic spots, activities and gourmet in Tohoku & Miyagi, which sure can help you to plan your trip next year.
You can download materials and images of tourism contents for the winter of Tohoku. Please check the bottom of page.
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