2 daysMichinoku Coastal 3 Days Trail Tour a Natori Matsushima Kesennuma
New3 daysSendai
Length
3 days
Itinerary
3 days planned
Group
Max 15
Guides
English
Overview
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.
Day by day itinerary
1Sendai - Natori - Matsushima⌄
After meeting your guide at Sendai Station, transfer to Natori City by train.
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.
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.
Meals: Lunch · Dinner: Dinner at Hotel or local restaurant
Overnight: Stay overnight in the Matsushima area.
2Matsushima - Urato Island - Kesennuma⌄
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.
Meals: Breakfast: Japanese set menu with local ingredients at the hotel. · Lunch: Lunch box lunch on the way to the trail · Dinner: Savor a special dinner paired with local sake at KESENNUMA area.
Overnight: Stay overnight in Kesennuma area.
3Kesennuma - Oshima Island - Sendai⌄
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.
After lunch on the way to the trail, the tour concludes upon arrival at Sendai Station.
Meals: Breakfast: Japanese and Western buffet breakfast at the hotel · Lunch: lunch box on the way to the trail
What's included
- ✓Round-trip transportation
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Twin-share accommodation each night
- ✓Breakfast
Not included
- ✕Expense not mentioned
Good to know
Starts: At the JR Ticket Counter (Midori no Madoguchi) on the 2nd floor of Sendai Station.
Ends: At the JR Ticket Counter (Midori no Madoguchi) on the 2nd floor of Sendai Station.
Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- 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
- Participants must be at least 13 years old.
- Our accommodation is generally rated 2 to 3 stars and may include traditional Japanese-style rooms.
- We kindly request that you arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled meeting time.
- Please bring appropriate trail-ready clothing and a small backpack for your valuables.
- It is advisable to bring a drink bottle and insect repellent for your comfort.
From
$2,587
