Visit Miyagi

Miyagi Prefecture's official English language tourism page. We provide travel and dining tips, as well as information about upcoming events.
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Miyagi Prefecture's official English tourism page. We provide travel and dining tips as well as event information for those seeking to travel to Sendai, Matsushima Bay, and other great locations in Miyagi, the gateway to Japan's Tohoku region. Follow us for leisure, gourmet, nature, sightseeing, accommodation, and activity ideas and tips.

18/06/2025

The Tagajo Iris Festival and A Summer Trip to Tagajo City

Located a 20-minute train ride from Sendai Station, Tagajo City is a great place to visit, especially at this time of year, as millions of iris flowers are currently in bloom! To celebrate this, the Tagajo Iris Festival is currently underway, and will be running until this Friday, June 20th! If you are interested in Japanese history, then Tagajo is a particularly great place for you to visit, as Tagajo was once the political and cultural center of the Tohoku region, and visitors are able to tour the remains of Tagajo Castle as well as its reconstructed South Gate. Tagajo is also located near the Tohoku Museum of History, which we recommend visiting during your time in the city. If you get hungry, you can visit the wonderful Tagajo City Library which has a restaurant inside it, and there is also delicious seafood in the nearby city of Shiogama for you to enjoy as well!

14/06/2025

All of Tohoku, including Miyagi, is making an appearance at the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan, as the Tohoku Four Seasons & Tohoku Kizuna Festival is currently underway!

You can see traditional festivals from Miyagi and other parts of Tohoku at the Expo’s “Matsuri” arena until Jun 15th.

https://tohoku-kizunamatsuri.jp/expo/

Festivals from the Tohoku region such as Tanabata, Suzume Odori, Nebuta, Kantou, and so on are all here! Tohoku delicacies such as gyutan are also available, and booths offering a hands-on experience are quite popular.

Of course, summer means that we’re in the main festival season in Tohoku!

Here are the dates for each festival:

Aomori/Nebuta Festival August 2 (Sat) - 7 (Thu) https://www.nebuta.jp/

Akita/Kanto Festival August 3 (Sun) - 6 (Wed) https://www.kantou.gr.jp/

Iwate/Sansa Odori August 1 (Fri) - 4 (Mon) http://www.sansaodori.jp/

Yamagata/Hanagasa Festival Tuesday, August 5 - Thursday, August 7
https://www.hanagasa.jp/

Miyagi/Tanabata Festival August 6 (Wed) - 8 (Fri) https://www.sendaitanabata.com/

Fukushima/Waraji Festival August 1 (Fri.)-3 (Sun.) https://www.waraji.co.jp/

If you haven't planned your summer trip yet, consider coming to Tohoku! We would love to have you join us!♪

09/06/2025

Stepping off the train at Yamadera Station, you will find a pleasant traditional town surrounded by green hills. However, those willing to brave the steep trail up the side of the mountain will uncover a mystical mountain temple complex that feels as though it was lifted from the pages of an ancient legend! Risshaku-ji Temple was built in 860, and was even once visited by famous haiku poet Matsuo Basho. Make sure to stop by one of the many vendors selling “chikara konnyaku”, konjac balls simmered in soy sauce and served with spicy mustard- a traditional snack that was said to imbue pilgrims with the strength needed to ascend the mountain! You can also enjoy the many delicious soba restaurants, cafes and gift shops that can be found in the town. Best of all, Yamadera is easily accessible from Sendai Station, and can be reached via the Senzan Line in just over an hour- making this a perfect day trip!

For more information, visit: https://visitmiyagi.com/articles/yamadera/

06/06/2025

The resort town of Minamisanriku, which rests on the Pacific Coast in the northern part of Miyagi Prefecture, is an excellent choice for a summer getaway! From the delicious seafood, including the uni (sea urchin) bowls, relaxing beachside hotels such as Hotel Kanyo which is pictured here, and gorgeous views of both the mountains and the sea, it's easy to see why it's a popular destination at this time of year. Even the seagulls stop by to welcome guests! The beaches in Minamisanriku will officially open for swimming and other activities on July 19th, so now is a great time to start planning a trip!

02/06/2025

Summer is just around the corner! Have you been able to enjoy the springtime in Miyagi? From the breathtaking Hitome Senbonzakura (A Thousand Cherry Blossoms at a Glance) to the iconic Aoba Festival, here's a video highlighting just some of the wonderful sights and experiences waiting for you during this time of year! Let us know if you've been to any of the places in the video, and if you haven't yet, maybe it can provide some inspiration for your next trip to Miyagi!

30/05/2025

Matsushima is known as one of the Three Scenic Spots of Japan, and is popular with day trippers from Sendai, who enjoy scenic boat tours of the bay, shopping for souvenirs on the main street and tasting delicious oysters. However, for those who want to see a different side of Matsushima, here are some activities that we recommend!
👢Walk the Oku-Matsushima Olle Trail- this trail is the perfect way to savor the beautiful scenery of Matsushima and explore areas off the tourist route! The recent sunny weather means that now is the perfect time to tackle this 10 kilometer trail!
⛺Stay the night at the KIBOTCHA glamping facility- these comfortable glamping facilities allow you to enjoy the outdoors, without any of the hassle!
🌊Try your hand at paddle boarding- Explore the bay from a new perspective; standing on a paddleboard!
📚Discover the history of Matsushima- Pay a visit to the Okumatsushima Jomon Village Museum, and find out about life in Matsushima thousands of years a go!

17/05/2025

The Sendai Aoba Festival is finally here! The festival is currently underway, and visitors will be able to enjoy parades accompanied by music and as well as check out the famous Suzume-odori (sparrow dance) and other charming performances.We hope to see you at the festival!

Sendai Aoba Fesvival2025 5/17,18
https://www.aoba-matsuri.com/en/

14/05/2025

Sendai Aoba Festival 2025

The iconic Sendai Aoba Festival, one of the biggest festivals in Miyagi, will be held this weekend, May 17th and 18th! This unique festival has a long history, dating back to the 1600s, and is one of the most beloved traditions in Miyagi. Come join us in the festivities and see the many parades as well as the famous Suzume-odori (sparrow dance)!

Photo credit: 仙台観光国際協会

12/05/2025

Sakura season may be over in Miyagi, but many other varieties of flower are coming into bloom! Today, we will be showcasing some of the best spots in Miyagi to enjoy springtime flowers- including our own personal favorites!

🌼 Yakurai Gardens, Kami 🌼
This flower park is beautiful in every season, but the yellow flowers of the springtime give it a dreamlike atmosphere!
☆ April- May: Viola Flower Field
☆ Late May: Canola Flower Field

🌼 Kanahebisui Shrine, Iwanuma 🌼
From late April to the end of May, wisteria, tree peonies, and azaleas will be in bloom at Kanahebisui Shrine. The Kanahebisui Shrine Flower Festival is also running until the 25th of May!

🌼 Atagoyama Park, Shikama 🌼
In late April, Chinese Peonies will bloom, turning this park- a hidden gem for flower viewing- into a pink wonderland!

🌼 Michinoku Park, Kawasaki 🌼
This popular park can be enjoyed all year round, but spring is the perfect season to view colorful pansies, violas, tulips, and more! The Shirley Poppies that bloom between May and June are particularly lovely.

🌼 Tatsuganesan, Minamisanriku 🌼
From late May, visitors to this view spot overlooking Minamisanriku can enjoy the breathtaking sight of scarlet azaleas blooming on the hillside!

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