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Discover the spiritual and scenic wonders of Sendai and Matsushima in a single day. Visit the towering Sendai Daikannon statue, explore the serene Jogi Temple, and enjoy a scenic cruise around Matsushima Bay, known for its stunning pine-covered islands. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and local delicacies, including the chance to grill your own fish cake. Enjoy a relaxed bus ride with an English-speaking guide, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of this beautiful region.
- Duration: 9 hours of exploration from Sendai Station
- Visit the 100-meter tall Sendai Daikannon and Jogi Temple
- Experience a 50-minute Matsushima Bay cruise and fish cake grilling
- Perfect for all travelers, with a minimum group size of 10
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Look for our guide holding a blue HIS board. Meet at Sendai Station East Exit Sightseeing Bus stop Directions: Go through the 2nd-floor East-West Promenade toward the East Exit. Follow the signs on the pedestrian deck and take the escalator down to the 1st floor (ground level).
Itinerary
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1Sendai Daikannon Statue
Marvel at the breathtaking 100-meter-tall white statue and enjoy free time to explore.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Sacred Jogi Temple (Jogisan): Immerse yourself in a peaceful spiritual atmosphere with 2 hours of free time for sightseeing and a local lunch. Don't miss the chance to stroll around and feast on famous local street food, including the iconic thick deep-fried tofu (Sankaku Aburaage)!
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Matsushima Bay
Relax on a scenic 50-minute boat cruise around the famous pine-clad islands. After disembarking, you will enjoy a hands-on experience of grilling Sendai's famous local specialty, Sasakamaboko (bamboo-shaped fish cake).
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Any other items not listed
- As a general rule, we cannot accept or store large luggage on the bus.
- Lunch at Jogi Temple (Jogisan) is at your own expense during free time.
- Depending on the day of the week, some shops and facilities in Jogi (Jogisan) and Matsushima may be closed.
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Any other items not listed
- As a general rule, we cannot accept or store large luggage on the bus.
- Lunch at Jogi Temple (Jogisan) is at your own expense during free time.
- Depending on the day of the week, some shops and facilities in Jogi (Jogisan) and Matsushima may be closed.
- Participants who wish to leave the tour early at Matsushima may do so after signing a waiver form.
- If there are 8 or fewer participants, the tour may be conducted using a Toyota HiAce van instead.
- If you are prone to motion sickness, please prepare your own sickness medication in advance.
- The tour will depart rain or shine (including snow). Please bring your own rain gear. However, the tour will be canceled in the event of severe weather where official warnings are issued. In such cases, a full refund will be provided.
- Joining the tour midway is not permitted.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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