If you're visiting Miyagi, check out this list of top tips and things to do to make the most of your time there.
Not much is known about Tohoku to the average traveller; perhaps only the memory of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake that devastated the region remains. But the region rebuilt quickly and has begun to reestablish itself as a place teeming with lovely landscapes. For nature lovers, this is the place to be.
Cat Island, otherwise known as Tashirojima, is located 50 min by ferry south of Miyagi's Ishinomaki area.
16,000 fireworks light up the sky over the Hirose River every August 5th evening. This is the kickoff for 3 days of Tanabata Festival festivities.
Entsuin Temple is designated as an important national cultural asset, in Matsushima, Miyagi prefecture
The cheapest and most convenient way to travel Sendai is the Loople Sendai tourist bus. Covering almost every notable tourist location in the downtown area, exploring the city is easy with the one day pass option.
Gyutan, or grilled beef tongue, is a delicacy of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. First invented after WWII, the food quickly became a local favorite and is known around all of Japan.
