Sendai Station

After meeting your guide at Sendai Station, you'll take a train to Soma Station and then transfer to the Matsukawaura area. The highlight of the first day is Soma Shrine, whose main building was erected in (1643). Designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, the shrine is the setting for the departure ceremony of the traditional Shinto ritual “Soma Nomaoi.

Enjoy BBQ Seafood lunch at Matsukawa-ura area

Soma Shrine

- The highlight is Soma Shrine, whose main building was erected in (1643). Designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, the shrine is the setting for the departure ceremony of the traditional Shinto ritual “Soma Nomaoi. Begin your hike from the trailhead in Matsukawaura, making your way to Soma Shrine. Hiking Distance: Approximately 7.5 km Total Incline: 60m Descent: 55m Hiking Time: About 2.5 hours Trail Type: Paved pathways/on-road

After breakfast at your accommodation, take a taxi to Soma Station. From there, depart by train to Mitazono Station.

Michinoku Coastal Trail Natori Trail Center

Orientation at the Natori Trail Center to learn more about the trail.

Ruins of the Great East Japan Earthquake Sedai Arahama Elementary School

Begin your hike from Natori Trail Center and head towards Arahama Elementary School, a significant site preserved as a memorial to the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. ※ Lunch at Kawamachi Terrace on the way to the trail

Matsushima Bay

After breakfast at your accommodation, we’ll hike through the beautiful Urato Shoto Islands off the coast of Matsushima Bay, hopping between islands using local ferries and traditional fishermen’s boats. ※ Lunch will be a bento box enjoyed at intervals along the trail.

Sendai

Return to Sendai Station by around 5 PM, where the tour concludes.