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Ōminato Miyagi Prefecture is blessed with an abundance of natural beauty and Beijing Dalian numerous historic sites. Its capital, Sendai, boasts a population of over a million people and is Sendai仙台空港 Sendai Airport Seoul Airport Shin- filled with vitality and passion. Miyagi’s major attractions are introduced here. Komatsu Aomori Aomori

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Publication Date : December 2019 Publisher : Asia Promotion Division, Miyagi Prefectural Government Address : 3-8-1 Honcho, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi 980-8570 Japan Telephone Number : (International Aﬀairs Division) +81-22-211-2276 FAX : +81-22-268-4639 (Asia Promotion Division) +81-22-211-2824 E-mail : (International Aﬀairs Division) [email protected] Come visit (Asia Promotion Division) [email protected] Miyagi! Website : www.visitmiyagi.com Facebook : www.facebook.com/visitmiyagi Instagram : @visitmiyagi COURAGE The one-eyed warlord cast his ambitious gaze far beyond the boundaries of Miyagi

While several warlords fought for supremacy during the 16th century in Japan, there was one who reigned supreme in the Ou region (present Tohoku region). His name was Date Masamune (1567-1636), and he came to dominate the south Ou region at the age of 23. After Tokugawa Ieyasu’s unification of Japan, he ruled a vast area, including Miyagi, and founded the Sendai Domain. He was well known as the “One-Eyed Dragon” due to his gallantry and the loss of sight in his right eye when he was a child. Masamune’s ambition never died out even when he grew old. In 1613, he dispatched the Keicho Mission, with Hasekura Tsunenaga (1570-1621) as ambassador, to Europe Sendai City Museum to seek out trading opportunities. The mission visited various parts of Europe Located on the site of the ruins of Sendai Castle, which was founded by 勇 transmitting their lord’s message through audiences with such important persons as Date Masamune, this museum accommodates and permanently Phillip III of Spain and Pope Paul V. However, despite their efforts, no trading displays approximately 1,000 items showcasing the history of Miyagi. These items include weapons and artworks related to Date Masamune agreements were reached, and only the objects Tsunenaga brought back from his and his Sendai Domain, as well as historical documents, fine arts and travels remain as a representation of Masamune’s dreams. Masamune’s influence and crafts from ancient times to the present. culture remain alive in this region today, and their importance was recognized ■ Website for Sendai City Museum http://www.city.sendai.jp/museum/museum/index.html by the national government as the Date Culture was certified by the Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs as a Japan Heritage.

UNESCO’s Memory of the World Portrait of Hasekura Tsunenaga, National Treasure

Stored in Sendai City Museum

During his visit to Europe as the ambassador of the Keicho Mission, Hasekura Tsunenaga was baptized. When he came back after traveling for seven years, Christianity was banned in Japan, Portrait of Date Masamune so he lived the rest of his life in relative obscurity. This portrait of Desaignated as a Cultural Hasekura Tsunenaga is believed to have been painted while he Sant Juan Bautista Museum was in Rome, and is now designated as a National Treasure. The Property by Sendai City. collection of objects he brought back to Japan is collectively called This replica of the Keicho Mission ship, Sant Juan Bautista, is a Donated by “Documents of the Keicho Mission to Europe” and is also a museum located in Ishinomaki City, which was the departure point National Treasure, with three of the items being included in for Ambassador Hasekura Tsunenaga and the mission to Europe. the Date Family UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register in June 2013. Stored in Sendai City Museum

This portrait of Date Masamune (1567-1636), the first lord of the Sendai Domain, was painted by a shogunate government painter Musubimaru Kano Yasunobu. Musubimaru is Sendai and Miyagi’s The poem in the top left corner was created tourism promotion mascot. His head by Masamune in his later years and the is in the shape of a rice ball made calligraphy written by a Confucian scholar from Miyagi rice to represent this Sakai Hakugen. region’s affluent food culture. His armor resembles the suit worn by Date Masamune, a powerful feudal Important Cultural Property lord. Black-Lacquered Set of Armor with Date Bushotai, Five Pieced Cuirass The Sendai Welcome Squad Visitors here are entertained by a group of actors dressed up Find us online! as the feudal lord Date Masamune and his warriors, who Stored in Sendai City Museum ■ Website for Visit Miyagi www.visitmiyagi.com survived with great gallantry through the civil war era. They www.facebook.com/visitmiyagi @visitmiyagi This armor, worn by Date Masamune, is will welcome you at Sendai Castle ruins and take you back 400 said to be the model for a mask worn by a years in time. ■ Website for the Sendai Miyagi Tourist Campaign Promotion Council villain who appeared in a world-famous ■ Website for Date Bushotai http://www.datebusyou.jp/ http://www.sendaimiyagidc.jp/en/ and popular science fiction movie series.

01 02 BEAUTY Enveloped in marvelous natural beauty, Zao and Cherry Blossoms changing according to the season This is a must-visit place in the Tohoku region for cherry blossom viewing. Miyagi is one of the best areas to enjoy nature in Japan, offering seasonal beauty up Somei Yoshino cherry trees, the most close throughout the year with a large number of majestic views throughout the common variety in Japan, create a blossom tunnel all along the 8-kilometer prefecture. riverbank from Kanagase in Ogawara Town to Funaoka in Shibata Town, with the snow covered Zao mountain range in the background. These magnificent blossoms also reflect on the surface of the river, creating a 麗 magical spectacle.

Okama Crater Lake This circular crater lake is surrounded by the three mountains (Katta, Kumano and Goshiki) of the Zao mountain range. It was named Okama as the shape of the lake resembles a kama, or traditional cooking pot. The color of the water’s surface is emerald green and changes in shade several times a day according to the angle of the sunlight, which contrasts with the rough surface of the crater walls. This view is a well-known symbol of Zao, along with the snow monsters in the winter.

Autumn colors in the Naruko-kyo Gorge Formed by the Oya-gawa River, the Naruko-kyo Gorge (100 meters deep and 2.5 kilometers long) oﬀers spectacular views all year round. The Naruko-kyo Gorge in the fall is an especially spectacular sight with the tree leaves changing into vibrant colors.

Matsushima Godaido Covered with Snow Matsushima consists of 260 small islands covered in verdant pines and has changed its shape over a long period of time. It is designated as one of the three most scenic spots of Japan for its natural beauty and has been featured in the works of a number of traditional Japanese poets, including the famous Welcome to Matsuo Basho. Godaido ‒ a worship hall ‒ is named for the statues of Godaimyo (Five Buddhist gods) beautiful that were enshrined here in 828. The current hall building was established in 1604 by Date Masamune, the ﬁrst lord of the Sendai Clan, and was constructed using the distinctive architectural style of the Miyagi! Momoyama period. It is also recognized as being one of the main symbols of Matsushima.

03 04 COLORS Traditional festivals ﬁlled with prayers and seasonal colors

A variety of festivals are held throughout the year across Miyagi to pray for the health and safety of family members and a rich harvest from both the land and sea. These events are also conducted as a way of respecting tradition and to appease the more Fire Prevention Tiger Dance (April) Shiogama Port Festival (July) malevolent side of nature. Miyagi festivals are known for the vivid colors seen in Held in Kami Town in the northern part of Miyagi, this is a festival A large, colorful boat carrying portable shrines from the Shiogama costumes, decorations and fireworks. The Sendai Tanabata Festival, one of the three of prayers for fire prevention. The distinguishing feature of the event is the dancers dressed in tiger costumes who perform on and Shiwahiko shrines, each over 1000 years old, and over 100 other major festivals of the Tohoku region, and the Sendai Pageant of Starlight, which fills rooftops in the town center. There are also many other interesting smaller boats take to the sea during this festival, making it one of people with the light of hope in winter nights, are also famous nationwide. Festivals are features, including vibrant floats parading down the street. the most spectacular and dynamic festivals in the entire region. generally held throughout the year, but many of the festivals are held during the 彩 summer time.

Entsuin Temple’s Fall Light Up (Late October to Late November) Entsuin Temple in Matsushima was established in 1647 when the 100th priest of Zuiganji Temple founded the Sankeiden Hall. This hall, Sendai Pageant of Starlight (December) a designated National Important Cultural Property, is a square-shaped mausoleum with a side of 3-gen (ken or gen is a traditional Japanese Now Sendai’s symbol of the winter season, this festival was measurement in architecture) in length. This style is quite rare in the started in 1986 under the concept “small lights can make a truly Tohoku region and has been secretly treasured for three and a half beautiful atmosphere.” A myriad of lights decorate the trees along centuries. Every autumn, the trees in the garden turn the brightest Jozenji-dori Avenue, illuminating the city and attracting a great colors and are illuminated at night, creating a magical atmosphere. number of visitors every year.

Sendai Tanabata Festival (August) Tanabata Festivals, or star festivals, are held in the summer throughout Japan. The one in Sendai is especially famous for its multicolored and splendidly handcrafted streamers hung on long bamboo poles. These decorations are kept hidden until the So many morning of the opening day of the festival, when they appear on the shopping mall arcades in the city’s center. The graceful streamers made out of washi, or traditional amazing Japanese paper, ﬂutter in the wind, making for a very impressive scene. events!

05 06 Many great The best of Miyagi from the past to the present, including historical art, sightseeing spots! THE BEST OF MIYAGI architecture, natural sites, traditional handicrafts and food.

The magnificent world-renowned view of the bay’s many islands SENDAI AREA SENDAI, WHERE DATE MASAMUNE'S DREAMS AND IDEALS LIVE ON MATSUSHIMA AREA transports visitors back to ancient times. Sendai City and Matsushima Bay Site of Sendai Castle Matsushima ‒ revered by famous The land where Date Masamune lived haiku poet Matsuo Basho for its out his dreams and ideals world-renowned beauty. The legend goes that when the poet Matsuo Sendai City is a large city with a population of more than one Basho visited Matsushima Bay during his million and is the administrative and economic center of not travels he was so overwhelmed by its beauty only Miyagi Prefecture but also the entire Tohoku region. that he was unable to write any haikus. Each This area started to fully develop as a city around 1600 when view of the bay from the surrounding the area was dominated by Date Masamune, a feudal lord Beautiful View（Tomiyama） Mysterious View（Ogitani） mountains in the north, west, east and south who ruled the Oshu region (current Tohoku region) from has a special name (see left) for the unique and Sendai. He established the extravagantly decorated Sendai splendid view it offers. Matsushima Bay is the Castle as his base atop Mt. Aoba, which was considered to be first bay in Japan to join The Most Beautiful a natural fort as it was located between a gorge and a river. Bays in the World Club His intention was to develop a beautiful castle town, and this in December 2013, joining became the foundation for present-day Sendai City. Although the ranks of other world the castle itself does not exist anymore, its magnificence lives famous bays such as San on in part through the stonewall remains and the restored Francisco Bay, Mont tower. There is a statue of Date Masamune on a horse on the Saint-Michel Bay, and Ha castle grounds (Aobayama Park), and the site offers a Long Bay. spectacular view of the city. ■ Website for Sendai Tourism ■ Website for http://www.sendai-travel.jp Dynamic View（Tamonzan） Gorgeous View（Otakamori） Matsushima Tourism Association http://www.matsushima-kanko.com/en/ Zuihoden Sendai Mediatheque Cherry Blossoms in Saigyo Modoshi No Matsu Park Kanrantei Tea House Mausoleum of Date Masamune, A public facility where anybody can transmit information and One of Matsushima’s best spots to view the gorgeous seasonal scenery all year round Take a step back in time at this traditional, cultural Japanese teahouse the first lord of the Sendai Clan promote culture using various media Saigyo Modoshi No Matsu Originally located at Fushimi- The mausoleum of Date Masamune This facility is a hub for art and Park (literally meaning “the Momoyama Castle in Kyoto, was constructed during the early visual culture and also offers park of the pine trees that sent this teahouse was presented to 17th century, featuring some splendid opportunities for anyone to share Saigyo home”) was named after Date Masamune by Toyotomi Momoyama-style architecture, rated information. This glass-walled, the monk Saigyo, who met a Hideyoshi. After this, Date on par with the famous building of stylish building was designed small child under a large pine Tadamune, Masamune’s son Nikko Toshogu in Tochigi Prefecture. by the architect Toyo Ito, and tree. They exchanged riddles and the second lord of the The original building burned down employs Kesennuma’s advanced and Saigyo lost to the child, Sendai Clan, moved the during World War II, but was rebuilt shipbuilding technology. thus giving up on his journey teahouse to its current site. in 1979. Adjacent to this is a museum to Matsushima. There are 260 Just as they had done hundreds that includes historical artifacts and cherry trees and visitors can of years ago, visitors can enjoy a documentary movie about the enjoy a stunning view in spring traditional green tea while excavation. ■ Website for Sendai of both the cherry blossoms looking at the marvelous ■ Website for Zuihoden Mausoleum Mediatheque and Matsushima Bay. view of Matsushima. http://www.zuihoden.com/en http://www.smt.jp/en/ Zuiganji Temple Sightseeing Cruise The temple that exudes the passion of Date Masamune, Showcasing the internationally recognized beauty of Osaki Hachimangu the lord of the Oshu region (current Tohoku region) Matsushima Bay One of the largest shrines in Sendai This temple was originally Matsushima Bay is characterized Osaki Hachimangu Shrine was built in established in 828, but was by its islands of various sizes, 1607 under the orders of Date Masamune, rebuilt over a five-year period uniquely shaped rocks that have who brought in the best craftsmen of his by Date Masamune in 1609 to been created by the waves and time to construct this magnificent shrine. incorporate the extravagant the wind, and the dynamic The gorgeous carvings, brilliant colors, Momoyama design. The lavish crashing of waves hitting the lacquer and metal fixtures entice visitors decorations on some parts of quays. The sightseeing cruise with their elegance. the building and the gorgeous provides passengers with the ■ Website for Osaki Hachimangu paintings on the doors and opportunity to enjoy these http://www.oosaki-hachiman.or.jp/pop/index.html alcoves are well recognized as features up close and also visit some of the most impressive some of the islands. pieces of work made in Japan. ■ Website for Matsushima Tourism Association Loople Sendai http://www.matsushima-kanko.com/ Unlimited ride pass available, en/index.html ideal for sightseeing This retro design bus circulates around tourist spots in the city center, starting at Shiogama Fish Market Sagakei Gorge Sendai Station. If you purchase a one-day Offering fresh seafood at great prices This market is located near the very Stunning sights of rocks in the ocean pass, you can get on and off as many times as port where marine products caught you like and enjoy Sendai at your own pace. Fares for Loople Sendai Sagakei Gorge is considered as Single ride: in the nearby sea are landed, with approximately 150 shops offering the one of the three great gorges 260 yen (Adult), 130 yen (Child) in Japan, located on the One-day pass: freshest seafood available. This 630 yen (Adult), 320 yen (Child) market is not only open to those in peninsula of Miyatojima Island One-day pass (Loople and Subway): the restaurant business but also to in Higashi-Matsushima City. 920 yen (Adult), 460 yen (Child) visitors. One of the most popular The magnificent, mysterious rocks formed by years of Operation hours: 9:00‒16:00 (Last departure time) dishes offered here is the “My Operating every 20 minutes on weekdays and Kaisen-don” (“my fresh seafood rice waves, wind and rain spreads every 15 minutes on weekends and holidays bowl” in English), which you can out before you, providing the * One-day pass allows unlimited rides on perfect opportunity to press Jozenji-dori Avenue the day of purchase. make yourself by purchasing seafood * Single ride ticket allows only one ride of your choice at wholesale prices. the shutter button on your Jozenji-dori Avenue, lined with beautiful "keyaki" (zelkova) trees, is a popular spot from and to any bus stop. camera. The Sagakei Cruise is the perfect way to see the for strollers. In December, the trees are lit at night with 600,000 lights during the ■ Website for Loople Sendai http://www.loople-sendai.jp/en ■ Website for My Kaisen-don Shiogama Fish Market great gorge at all different "Pageant of Starlight." (fresh seafood rice bowl) http://www.nakaoroshi.or.jp/lang/en angles. 07 08

One-day pass (Loople and Subway) : 900 yen (Adult), 450 yen (Child) THE BEST OF MIYAGI

NORTHERN MIYAGI Amazing scenery and natural features that showcase Japan’s traditional culture SANRIKU AREA True strength and spirit toward recovery Rice Paddies Ishinomaki Mangattan in Kurihara City Museum

Kurihara - where we can experience A fascinating world of manga - traditional Japan from Japan to the rest of the world Kurihara City, located in the northern part of This manga museum stores and exhibits the Miyagi Prefecture, is surrounded by majestic work of Miyagi-born manga artist Shotaro mountains, like Mt. Kurikoma, and a vast rural Ishinomori. It is the hub for both manga landscape where high-quality rice is produced. and local culture, featuring a variety The area’s pleasant lifestyle and culture have of attractions, including an exhibition of original been developed mainly through farming, drawings and videos of Ishinomori’s work, producing top-quality local delicacies. With its a special section for Masked Riders, and a tranquil landscape, warm-hearted people, and program of special events and workshops. cuisine, this city is reminiscent of Japan’s olden The museum is named, “Mangattan Museum” days. for resembling a bird’s eye view of New York’s Manhattan Island.

Naruko-kyo Gorge Mt. Kurikoma Area Geopark ©Ishimori Production Inc. The exquisite, painting-like Naruko-kyo Gorge Ideal for hiking, especially in the fall Kinkasan Island Onagawa Town and Seapal Pier Naruko-kyo Gorge, a prefecturally In 2015, Mt. Kurikoma Area was A sacred island that harbors tales related to gold A symbol of recovery and hope designated natural monument, has a designated as a geopark. This area’s variety of natural features, such as beauty is shaped by Kurikoma Volcano, Located in the sea adjacent Onagawa Town was devastated by the its vivid autumn leaves. The foliage the base of the volcano with its rich to the Oshika Peninsula, this 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake with on the beech, oak and maple trees, vegetation, the land formed by a small sacred island is known more than half of its town destroyed; turns to beautiful reds and yellows, landslide that occurred in the 2008 as one of the three holiest however, the support received and the contrasting with the many evergreen earthquake, to Lake Izunuma-Uchinuma places in the Tohoku region. resilience of the people helped begin the trees such as pine to create a truly that welcomes the most number of Kinkasan Koganeyama Shrine recovery process. Onagawa Station and picturesque scene. The gorge also geese in all of Japan. Visitors can take on this island was built Seapal-Pier Onagawa shopping district includes a hiking trail (approximately hikes, enjoy the hot springs, learn approximately 1,250 years in front of the station have beautifully 2.5 kilometers) , which offers a close-up about the ecosystem and about the ago and a god known as been rebuilt, attracting many visitors to view of the beautiful autumn scenery. relationship between nature and the guardian of gold and enjoy the onsen facility on the second people. silver treasures is enshrined floor of the station, enjoy the delicious here. sea products caught off its coast or try scuba driving to see the beauty of the sea stretching out before one’s eyes. A prosperous atmosphere still remains from bygone days of this castle SOUTHERN MIYAGI town watched over by the magnificent Zao mountain range. Zao’s “Snow Monsters” Fox Village Tashirojima Island (Cat Island) A mysterious natural phenomenon brought about by the unique A one of a kind opportunity to interact with foxes weather conditions The perfect getaway for cat lovers Learn About Disaster Prevention and Preparedness “Snow monsters” are a natural Over 100 foxes of several phenomenon only seen on a few different species roam freely Receiving worldwide attention for their educational value. mountains in Japan. Supercooled in this green sanctuary water droplets do not usually turn to surrounded by nature. Visitors snow even in temperatures below can walk among the foxes, Tours with Storytellers zero degrees, but do freeze on impact take pictures, feed them with Miyagi Prefecture offers a “Storyteller Program” in which guides take once they come into contact with treats, and even hug a baby tourists to coastal areas of Miyagi that were seriously damaged by the Great trees, thus transforming the trees fox in the spring. Other East Japan Earthquake and tell stories and lessons from their own into “snow monsters.” Tours are animals such as goats, rabbits, experiences. Their stories are truly valuable in learning about the risk of organized to see this amazing natural and ponies are also on-site. natural disasters, as well as disaster prevention and the value of human life. phenomenon from mid-December to URL : http://www.miyagi-kankou.or.jp/sp/page/shiendantai/ mid-March.

■ Website for Sumikawa Snow Park ■ Website for Fox Village http://www.zao-sumikawa.jp/ http://zao-fox-village.com/en Strawberry picking Shiroishi Castle Large, sweet strawberries can be enjoyed on site. Experience the rich history of Japan

The southern part of Miyagi ranks ﬁrst The Shiroishi Castle was a key establishment for strawberry production in the in southern Miyagi for the Date clan, and it Tohoku area. Greenhouses are opened was the resident castle of the Katakura clan, to tourists to oﬀer them the seasonal who lived there for approximately 260 years. opportunity to pick their own ripe and The castle was dismantled in 1874, but in naturally sweet strawberries. March 1995, the three-storied castle tower and Ishinomaki’s famous Tashirojima Island is home to hundreds of friendly, gates were restored, and visitors can also step feral felines. The cats, which outnumber the human population, roam freely back in time, dressing up as a samurai warrior and are not afraid to play with visitors, accept food, or pose for pictures. In or in a traditional Japanese kimono dress. addition to making new feline friends, guests can explore hiking trails or visit a shrine dedicated to the island’s furry residents. Overnight stays are ■ Website for Shiroishi Tourism also possible at cat-shaped lodges (reservations required). Tashirojima is an A storyteller explaining his personal experience of the earthquake disaster to visitors http://shiroishi-navi.jp/en absolute must for any cat lover or photography enthusiast. 09 10 THE BEST OF MIYAGI

TASTES RELAXATION Miyagi’s rice with a variety of tastes Miyagi is one of the major rice-producing regions in Japan. Its rich soil cultivates flavorful rice, which has become Naruko-onsen-kyo an integral part of the Japanese food culture, not only as a staple food, but also for sake and confectionary.味癒 Sushi Sake Zunda-Mochi Hot Springs Village One of Japan’s best onsen (hot spring) resorts This onsen resort is over 1,000 years old and has nearly 400 spring sources with many hotels offering access to their own onsen. An abundance of onsen water allows many hotels to run the water directly from Miyagi is well-known for famous The high-quality rice produced in Miyagi Zunda-Mochi is a Miyagi local sweet the source to bathtubs without recycling. rice brands, including Sasanishiki, and the fresh water running through the made with mochi (sticky rice cake) There are eleven types of onsen in Japan Hitomebore and the new rice region combine to make high-quality and topped with mashed and and nine of them are found in the Naruko brand Date Masayume, which was sake, an increasingly popular drink all sweetened edamame beans. Today, area. Visitors can purchase a “Yu-meguri created in Miyagi. over the world. Miyagi’s sake is smooth zunda can be enjoyed in a number of Ticket,” which allows them to enjoy all the on the palette and complements not only different forms, such as sweets and different onsen within the resort area. Japanese but also Western cuisine. milkshakes.

■ Website for Naruko Onsen Resort Beef Tongue Sasakamaboko Fish Cake Miyagi Oysters http://en.naruko.gr.jp/ A popular food that leaves you craving for more A Miyagi delicacy made from fresh seafood Filled with nutrients and overﬂowing in ﬂavor

YUMEGURI TICKET Full of wonders and attractions! Sendai’s original dish, thinly sliced beef tongue flavored This is a Miyagi specialty made from fresh fish that is Miyagi oysters are plump and filled with nutrients of Akiu Onsen Minamisanriku Onsen with salt and pepper and grilled over charcoal is pureed and molded into the shape of bamboo leaves and the sea. Each bite is overflowing with flavor. There are Located in a suburb of Sendai, the onsen water is known to be High-quality onsen providing physical commonly eaten with barley rice and oxtail soup. then cooked. It can be eaten straight out of the package, oyster huts that offer all-you-can-eat oysters in the effective for maintaining beautiful skin and mental relaxation Other ways to prepare beef tongue include smoked but can also be enjoyed when grilled or served with winter, freshly shucked oysters in restaurants and at and miso-marinated recipes. wasabi (Japanese horse radish). It pairs well with sake. fish markets. This onsen was loved by the feudal lord Date Masamune, and he kept it a secret from the public for his family’s CRAFTS exclusive use. The crystal clear spring water is well known for being effective in Miyagi Kokeshi Dolls Tamamushi Lacquerware maintaining beautiful skin, and A hotel located on a hill Colorful, traditional wooden dolls A traditional technique of refined beauty this attracts many visitors overlooking Shizugawa Bay 技 to the area. It is also in a with a panoramic view of It is said that these wooden dolls were Tohoku Kogei Co., Ltd. very convenient location, the sea offers a natural originally made as souvenirs for children produces Tamamushi as it takes only half an hour onsen here that is said to who visited the onsen (hot spring) resorts lacquerware products by car to reach this resort be effective in alleviating in the Tohoku region starting from the by applying layers from downtown Sendai City. fatigue, nerve pain, muscle late Edo period in the 19th century. of lacquer to wood or The area also contains such pain and wounds. Miyagi’s kokeshi dolls are categorized into other bases. It is named beautiful scenic spots as the five styles: Naruko, Togatta, Yajiro, Tamamushi as its rich Akiu Waterfall and Rairaikyo Sakunami and Hijiori. The simple painting and iridescent colors Gorge. style gives these dolls a sweet and lovely resemble the wings of a ■ Website for appearance. Some facilities offer visitors Tamamushi (jewel beetle). ■ Website for Akiu Onsen Minamisanriku Onsen the chance to paint their own kokeshi http://akiuonsenkumiai.com/ http://www.mkanyo.jp/ dolls. en/index.html Togatta Onsen Matsushima Onsen Sendai Papier-mâché Ogatsu Ink Stone Musubimaru Souvenirs Hot spring resort surrounded by the magnificent Zao mountain range Experience the spectacular scenery and relaxing onsen Handmade, traditional craftwork Local product of Ogatsu in Ishinomaki City - Souvenirs featuring this cute, local mascot Located at the foot of the Zao This onsen resort was an area recovering from the devastation are perfect gifts to take home mountain range, this resort is opened in 2008 and offers caused by the earthquake disaster relatively new with just a 400 a breathtaking view of year history. Visitors can Matsushima as well as the enjoy the area’s onsen in sunrise and starry night accommodation facilities or sky over the Pacific Ocean. at the two public bathhouses. There are seven hotels This onsen is said to be located near Matsushima most effective in relieving Bay, offering different types nerve pain, rheumatism, of spring water. and other health conditions.

It is believed that this craftwork was originally made by feudal warriors in Sendai between 1830 and 1844, but Musubimaru is Miyagi’s local mascot who has a afterwards its production became a side job for lower The quality of the raw black stone found in the Ogatsu triangular rice ball (omusubi) for a head. Musubimaru ranked warriors in the domain. The colorful Matsukawa area is perfect for ink stone production due to its souvenirs such as T-shirts, bags, dolls, badges and Daruma is one of the most common Sendai Hariko homogeneity and smooth surface. Ogatsu produces stickers are available for purchase at various locations ■ Website for Matsushima products and is a popular good luck charm. There are a 90% of the ink stones in Japan, and roofing slates of the in Miyagi, including Sendai Airport, Sendai Station, and ■ Website for Togatta Onsen Tourism Association number of other Sendai Hariko products, including black Tokyo Station were also produced in this region. the tourism information center on the first floor of the http://www.e-zao.net/e-u/ http://www.matsushima- masks and children’s toys. prefectural government office. in01.html kanko.com/en/ 11 12 黒松

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Mt. Kurikoma Iwate Prefecture Chusonji Temple Karakuwakoharagi IC Akita Motsuji Temple Kamishishiori Tohoku Univ. Ogama and Seiryo Campus Kitayoban-cho Sta. Map of Miyagi Prefecture Prefecture Hanzo Kurikoma Kogen Hot Spring Ichinoseki IC Oreishi Ichinoseki Ofunato Line Kesennuma Osaki Hachimangu Shrine Sekaiyachi Kesennuma Hanayama Hot Spring 葛岡 Jozenjidori Shiyakusho Mae Hot Spring (Jozenji-dori Ave./Sendai City Hall) Rias Ark Museum of Art Karakuwa Osaki Hachimangu Mae Kesennuma-chuo IC Oshima Peninsula Island Mt. Araodake 苦竹 Mt. Tokusenjo Kesennuma Osaki Point Kotodai Koen Sta. Iwaisaki IC Bay Kesennuma Sendai Jozenji-dori Oya-kaigan IC Oshima Mediatheque Moland Niko, Miyagiken (Jozenji Street) Onikobe Hot Spring Hosokura Mine Park Motoyoshi Kotsukoen/Sankyozawasuiryokuhatsudensho Mae JR Tohoku Line Wakayanagi Kannari IC Bijutsukan Mae Jinenjo-no-Yakata (Traffic Park/Sankyozawa Water Power Plant) Onikobe Geyser Jigokudani Miyagi Kenhoku Motoyoshitsuya IC ( Sendai Daini High School, Chikatetsu Hirosedori Eki 陸前原ノ町 Expressway Koizumikaigan IC Miyagi Museum of Art) Hirose-dori (Hirose-dori Subway Station) Higashinaruko Hot Spring Sendai Shitomae-no-Seki Wakayanagi- Utatsukita IC Mediatheque Ichiban-cho Kawatabi Hot Spring Minami IC. Sendaieki Mae Naruko Gorge Kurikoma-Kogen Kawauchi Sta. Mae Izunuma Shotaro Ishinomori Minami-Sanriku- Hirose-dori Izunuma, kaigan IC Rikuuto IC Uchinuma Memorial Museum Utatsu IC Sta. Line Tsukidate IC Tome-Towa IC Mt. Tatsugane 仙台西道路 International

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T Miyagi Sant Juan Bautista Museum Matsushima Takagimachi Kitakami Osato IC Rikuzen-Ono Zuiganji Temple Senseki Line River Enoshima Tomiya IC Tomiya JCT Matsushima- Entsuin kaigan IC Island Mt. Omoshiro Sendai Kasuga PA Naruse River Jogi Nyorai Rifu- Hokubu Yagiyama Zoological Park shirakashidai Road Matsushima Bay IC Matsushimakaigan Godaido Hall Izumi IC Rifu Naka Urato Risshakuji Temple Sakunami Hot Spring P14 Islands Oshika Old Monument of Tagajo Rifu IC (Yamadera) Rifu Shiogama Sagakei Gorge Peninsula Yagiyama Zoological Park Sta. arcade Sendai Astronomical Izumi IC Matsushima Observatory Smart IC Rifu JCT The shopping arcade from Sendai Station to Sendai City Hall is a pedestrian zone, lined Mt. Daitodake Rinnoji Tagajo IC Urato Islands Kinkasan Senzan Tashiro Island with a variety of shops, including some long-established restaurants. The area is a popular Temple Sendai Sendaiko- kita IC Kanrantei Tea House Loople Sendai（Convenient bus for sightseeing） destination and attracts a number of visitors and shoppers. Line P14 Sendai Bay Azi Island Futakuchi Gorge Akiu Waterfall Sendai Sendai-Shiogama Port Miyagi IC Kinkasan Island bus stop Sendaiko Shiogama Marine Products Wholesale Center Akiu Hot Spring Yagiyama Sendai- IC Shiogama Shrine one ride ¥260（Adult）, ¥130（Child） one-day ticket ¥630（Adult）, ¥320（Child） higashi IC Sasaya IC Sendai Pacific Ocean Zoological Park Tobu Road Tohoku History Museum Information on accommodations in Sendai City. Sendai- The information contained herein is current as of February 1, 2018 and all content is subject to Okama Crater Lake minami IC Sendai Nanbu Road Imaizumi IC Site of Tagajo Provincial Office Yamagata Rairaikyo Gorge Yamada IC http://www.visitmiyagi.com/accommodation Zao Ecoline Drive Nagamachi Sendai YUME MESSE MIYAGI change without notice. Expressway Wakabayashi JCT Snow Monsters Sendai City IC Wild Plants Garden Aone Tomizawa Site Museum Natori Natori IC Natori River Mt. Kumanodake Hot Spring Miyagi Michinoku 一丁目 Kawasaki IC Natori-chuo 長町 Morinokohan Koen Park Smart IC Sendai Airport Transit How to Read the Map Mt. Kattadake Gaga Murata JCT This map contains major mountains, rivers, roads, and Sendai Hot Spring Murata IC Sendai Airport Togatta Iwanuma Airport IC public transportation systems (railways), as well as the 東北工大 Mt. Byobudake Hot Spring Takekoma Shrine Iwanuma 長町キャンパス IC facilities and tourist spots introduced in this brochure. 東北大学 Tsukinoki Watari 応急学生寄宿舎 IC To Ishinomaki Hitome （長町）Tourism information for Miyagi Prefecture Watari Legend Mt. Fubo Kamasaki Senbon Sakura Torinoumi Smart IC Map of Matsushima Hot Spring Abukuma River Shinkansen Line Matsushima is also available online Choroko Lake Fox village Matsushima Sta Shiroishi IC Watari Hot Spring JR Line Town Oﬃce To Ishinomaki 長町 Shiroishi Castle Sumaru Yashiki Hamayoshida Nametsu Otaki Fall Railway Senseki Tohoku Line Shiroishi-Zaō Miyagi tourism information regarding cultural experiences and Yamamoto IC Expressway 長町 Obara Kakuda City ﬁne dining, is available on the following websites. Hot Spring Space Tower Hotel Sokan Zaimokuiwa National Route Cosmo House Tohoku main Line Section where operations are 長町南 ■ VISIT MIYAGI Abukuma Sakamoto being postponed Express Line Yamamoto-minami https://visitmiyagi.com/ Smart IC BRT temporary restoration area Matsushima Ichinobo Kurano Kyodokan Sairi Yashiki Please check in advance with regard to the operational Shintomiyama Kyohei Fujita Fukushima conditions of trains and buses, and information concerning Observatory Museum of Glass Shinchi IC road traffic regulations. Prefecture Shintomitei

Joban Line Senseki Line Matsushima Ohashi Bridge

Michinoku Date Masamune Yotokuin History Museum

Zuiganji Temple Museum Matsushima Traveling to Valid for Unlimited rides within designated areas Matsushima 45 Matsushima and Yamadera Sendai Marugoto Pass two days on JR lines, subway, buses, Sendai Airport Kaigan Sta Hotel Ubudo Access Line, and the Abukuma Express Entsuin ■ Sendai Information Desk Godaido Komatsu-kan Kofu-tei Tenrinin Hall Hotel Zekkei no Yakata http://i-sendai.jp/ Route Map Matsushima Matsushima-kaigan JR line bound for Matsushima, Unlimited rides for two days on JR lines (from Sendai Izumigatake Izumi-Chuo Matsushima-kaigan, Station bound for Matsushima, Matsushima-kaigan, Hotel Shiogama Honshiogama Yamadera and Shiroishi Sakunami Onsen Jogi Yamadera and Shiroishi), Sendai Airport Access Line, Daimatsuso Matsushima Rifu Tagajo Sendai City Subway line Loople Sendai, Sendai City Bus, Sendai City Subway, Century Hotel Fukuurabashi Bridge Yamadera Sakunami Ayashi Kita-Sendai Loople Sendai route Miyagi Kotsu Bus (between Sendai Station and Akiu Otaki) Osaki Hachimangu Shrine Line connecting with Sendai Airport and Abukuma Express (between Tsukinoki and Abukuma) Matsushima Bay Cruise Miyagi Museum Mediatheque arrival and departure place of Art Abukuma Express line (between Tsukinoki and Abukuma) Fee: 2,720 yen for adults, 1,350 yen for children Aoba-dori Miyaginohara Information Sendai Sendai City Bus route *Can be purchased up to one month prior to date of use Center Arai Sales location: Ticket offices at JR East Japan stations Sendai International Center Aoba-dori Sendai Airport Sta. Miyagi Kotsu Bus route Kanrantei Tea House (between Sendai Station and Akiu Otaki; within the designated area (same-day use tickets only Site of Sendai City Museum, Sendai Airport Fukuurajima Sendai Castle Sendai International Center Nagamachi the route between Akiu Onsen and Akiu available at the ticket machine in Sendai Airport) Otaki operates only on weekends and Natori Tatekoshi Yagiyama Doubutsu Kouen Zuihoden holidays) ■ For more information, visit: www.sentabi.jp/marugoto/en Mausoleum Tomizawa Dobutsu Koen Iwanuma (Zoo) Hotel Oshima Matsushima Tsukinoki Abukuma 0 500m Akiu Otaki Akiu Onsen Taikanso (Akiu Great Falls) Shiroishi To Sendai ■ Free Wi-Fi Service http://flets.com/freewifi/index.html

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