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Discover the timeless beauty of Yamagata on this captivating day tour!
Ascend the historic 1,015 stone steps of Yama-dera (Hojusan Risshaku-ji Temple), a sacred site established in 860 AD and immortalized by poet Matsuo Basho. Marvel at the ancient Konpon Chudo, Japan's oldest beech wood structure. Then, journey to Ginzan Onsen, a charming hot spring town with 500 years of history. Stroll through its nostalgic streets, lined with traditional ryokans, cafes, and souvenir shops, feeling as if you've stepped back in time. This carbon-offset tour not only offers an enriching cultural experience but also supports environmental sustainability. Book now for an unforgettable journey into Japan's past!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of Sendai City Tourist Information Center, located JR Sendai station 3F
Tour ends upon arrival at Sendai Station around 8:30pm
Itinerary
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1
Take a local train from Sendai Station to Yamadera Station.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Risshaku-ji Temple
Established in the year 860, Yama-dera (Hojusan Risshaku-ji Temple) is the setting for poems of Matsuo Basho, Japan's most famous poet in the Edo period. It is gaining popularity as a sightseeing spot where visitors can relish the scenery after climbing 1,015 stone steps. Blessed with abundant nature, this place has an atmosphere that can be enjoyed in every season. After heading down the mountain, enjoy free time for lunch. Please note that lunch is not included and is at your own expense.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3
Take a rapid train, bullet train and bus to the historic hot spring town of Ginzan Onsen.
3 hours 15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
Ginzan Onsen is filled with a retro atmosphere where visitors can feel as if they've traveled back in time. This traditional hot spring town features wooden hot spring lodgings lining both banks of the Ginzan River, a townscape so scenic that a government ordinance has been passed to preserve it. Revel in the nostalgic atmosphere while enjoying a stroll around the hot spring town.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5
Transfer back to Oishida Station, then take local trains to Sendai Station.
4 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour. Also, participants may join only from the meeting location specified in advance
- The order of activities and arrival times may differ on the day depending on reasons such as road conditions and congestion at destinations. - Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be changed to a hired car, taxi, etc. - Seats may not be designated
- As suitcases, etc. cannot be brought during the tour, please have them delivered in advance, or leave them in a locker or at your hotel before participating
- Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour
- Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge
- There are many stone steps at Yama-dera (Hojusan Risshaku-ji Temple). Wearing shoes easy to walk in is recommended
- Snowfall is expected in winter. Wearing snow boots or other shoes that protect against snow is recommended
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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