Michinoku Coastal 3 Days Trail Tour a Natori Matsushima Kesennuma

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3 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

Embark on a transformative 3-day journey through Japan's Tohoku region, exploring its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Experience the beauty of Aomori, Akita, Iwate, Sendai, Yamagata, and Fukushima, which are known for their breathtaking scenery and fresh seafood.

Witness the resilience of Tohoku since the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and see how the natural beauty and vibrant local life have emerged stronger. Traverse over 1,000 km of Japan's newest hiking trail by foot, bike, and sea, engaging with the community and gaining a fresh perspective on life and sustainability.

Highlights include:
➤ Hiking along the Michinoku Coastal Trail Southern route: Natori - Matshishima - Kesennuma area
➤ Reflecting on the impact and recovery from the disaster
➤ Connecting with resilient locals
➤ Immersing in the region's natural and cultural richness

This course is most recommended for those who want to experience the trails in a casual setting and is open to ages 13 and up.

What's Included

Guided support with English translation provided throughout the tour.
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Twin-share accommodation each night
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Local experienced guide for hiking
Round-trip transportation from Sendai Station at the start of the tour to the finish.
Expense not mentioned

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the JR Ticket Counter (Midori no Madoguchi) on the 2nd floor of Sendai Station.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Sendai - Natori - Matsushima

    3 stops
  • 1

    After meeting your guide at Sendai Station, transfer to Natori City by train.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Start the day with a visit to the Natori Trail Centre to learn more about the trail. After a brief orientation, begin your hike from the Michinoku Shiokaze Trail Natori Trail Center, leading to Arahama Elementary School.

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The area was struck by a 10-meter-high tsunami, leading 320 students, staff, and residents to evacuate to the rooftop of Arahama Elementary School, where they survived. Today, the school building is preserved as a public memorial. The school building is preserved as a monument and features exhibition rooms dedicated to the disaster. From the rooftop, you can view the surrounding area's reconstruction and compare before-and-after photos of the tsunami's impact. After visiting Arahama Elementary School, transfer to your accommodation by vehicle.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Matsushima - Urato Island - Kesennuma

    1 stop
  • 4

    Today, we'll hike through the stunning Urato Shoto Island area, located off the coast of Matsushima Bay, with stops at Michinoku Shiogama, Katsurajima, Nonoshima, and Miyato, hopping between islands.

    6 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Kesennuma - Oshima Island - Sendai

    2 stops
  • 5

    Today, we will hike around Kesennuma Oshima Island, where you can enjoy stunning views of the bay from the lookout at Kameyama Mountain, following the Michinoku Shiokaze Trail from Tatsumaizaki to Kameyama.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    After lunch on the way to the trail, the tour concludes upon arrival at Sendai Station.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The minimum number of participants required is 5, with a maximum of 15 per group.
  • Participants must be at least 13 years old.
Supplied by H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

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