One-day tour of Miyagi and Sendai in Japan｜Defining the Buddha・Haiyouji Temple・Akiu Falls・Leilei Gorge｜A tour of natural secrets
- Make a pilgrimage to the largest Buddha statue in the Tohoku region of Japan, the "Definition Buddha", and experience the solemn and peaceful Buddhist atmosphere
- Visit Akiu Great Falls, one of Japan's 100 Great Waterfalls, and enjoy the majestic natural wonders
- Take a stroll in the mysterious Leilei Gorge Valley and enjoy the healing time of forest trails and gurgling streams
- Depart from Sendai city, including pick-up and drop-off service, easy to visit cultural and natural attractions, suitable for families, photography enthusiasts, and independent travelers
Options
Sendai Palace Day Tour
Additional Info
We can pick you up from hotels within 2km of Sendai JR Station. If you are outside the range, please go to the designated meeting place at the station.
Each person can carry one piece of luggage for free (regardless of size). The excess will be charged 2,000 yen per piece and needs to be notified in the remarks.
What's included in One-day tour of Miyagi and Sendai in Japan｜Defining the Buddha・Haiyouji Temple・Akiu Falls・Leilei Gorge｜A tour of natural secrets
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
We will pick you up from hotels within 2km of Sendai JR Station. Please confirm if your hotel address is within the pick-up range.
Sendai Station East Exit - Opposite the tourist bus parking lot, Lotteria (Please arrive 15 minutes in advance)
Define Tathagata Western Temple (about 120 minutes, free time, lunch and ticket fees are at your own expense)
Recommended: Saigoji Temple Monzencho - Yiding Tofu Shop - Taste the specialty Yiding Tofu in the Buddhist holy land (please pay for it yourself) Yiding Tofu Shop was founded in 1890. The famous "triangular Yiding fried tofu" (150 yen) is delicious and addictive. It is especially recommended to pour soy sauce on it and eat it while it is hot.
Akiu Otaki - Sendai's most famous waterfall (about 60 minutes, free time)
There are also attractions worth visiting such as the Akiu Otaki Fudoson next to the waterfall and the Sendai Akiu Otaki Botanical Garden, which has about 200 species of plants.
Leilei Gorge - huge rocks and strange rocks, the dynamic and majestic beauty of the valley carved by the Natori River (about 90 minutes, free time)
The canyon is about 1 km long and has a walking trail where you can enjoy the streams, strange rocks and natural forests along the way. Very healing
The day's tour ended happily and we started to return. (The journey takes about 2 to 2.5 hours)
Arrive at JR Sendai Station and end the day's trip happily! Guests who have booked the hotel/B&B pick-up package will be sent back to their hotel/B&B to end the trip
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Embark on a day of cultural exploration and nature exploration that takes you to Miyagi Prefecture's most iconic Buddhist sites and natural landscapes.
First, visit the [Definition Tathagata Buddha] located in the "Xifang Temple" - a 28-meter-tall bronze Buddha statue sitting quietly in a vast pagoda. It is the largest Tathagata statue in the Northeast, which is awe-inspiring. The environment around the temple is quiet and peaceful, which is very suitable for calming the mind.
Then we will go to Akiu Otaki Falls, which is 55 meters high and 6 meters wide and is known as one of the "100 Famous Waterfalls in Japan". It has different styles in spring, summer, autumn and winter, especially in autumn when the red leaves interweave and the waterfalls flow, creating a picturesque scenery that makes people linger.
Finally, we will head to the quiet and healing Leilei Gorge, a secret valley hidden in the Akiu Onsen area. Walking along the walking trail, you can enjoy the strange rocks and clear streams, which is a favorite of photography and slow-paced travelers.
This tour departs from Sendai and includes round-trip transfers, allowing you to easily visit cultural and natural attractions. It's perfect for travelers who are visiting Miyagi Prefecture for the first time and want to explore it in depth in one day!
—Important Notes—
- Each person can bring one piece of luggage for free, and the excess will be charged 2,000 yen per piece, regardless of size (please inform us in advance when registering, otherwise we will be charged on site).
- If there is insufficient space on the bus due to the failure to inform the passenger that there will be a child aged 0-2 years old who does not occupy a seat, the passenger will be refused boarding and the fee will not be refunded.
- The tour guide will not contact the passengers in advance. On the day of the tour, passengers must go to the meeting point on their own and report to the tour guide or staff wearing a yellow vest or holding a GOGODAY flag. Please understand and cooperate with each other and follow the tour guide's arrangements.
- Driver-guide service (for small groups of 4-13 people: driver-guide service; for groups of more than 13 people: driver + guide service).
- Reference vehicle models: 5-8 seater: Toyota Alphard; 9-14 seater: Toyota HAICE or equivalent; 18-22 seater: mini bus; 22 seater and above: large bus. The above vehicles are for reference only, and the actual vehicle model will be adjusted according to the number of people in the group on the day.
Inclusions
- Parking fee
- Toll fee
- Fuel cost
- Driver
- Transportation
- Personal expenses
- Dining expenses
- Attraction tickets
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- A minimum of 6 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
- Pregnant women
- Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity
- Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- This trip is a fixed-route carpooling trip. You need to share the ride with other passengers throughout the trip. You are not allowed to park outside the attractions.
- The stay time at each attraction has been optimized. Please strictly adhere to the time to avoid affecting the overall itinerary.
- Depending on the number of participants on the day, we may use a car model with a driver who also serves as a guide. Please cooperate with the staff's arrangements throughout the trip. The driver will mainly drive and the explanation will be relatively brief.
- Please be sure to gather on time: If you fail to participate in the tour due to personal reasons (late/lost/physical discomfort, etc.), you will not be able to get a refund. Please note that there is no refund.
- Leaving the group after the trip has started/leaving the group midway will be deemed as automatic waiver of the service and no refund will be given. The passenger will be responsible for the safety of the group during the period of leaving the group.
- The travel time may be adjusted due to force majeure such as traffic, weather, and crowd flow. In the event of delays or partial changes to the itinerary, we will not be able to request a refund or compensation based on this. Please forgive us and understand the uncertainty of the journey.
- Traffic congestion may occur during holidays and peak periods. The driver and guide will flexibly adjust the itinerary depending on the situation. Please be mentally prepared. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
- To maintain the cleanliness of the train, please do not eat or drink in the train. If you cause any damage, you will be charged a cleaning fee based on local standards. Please work together to create a comfortable riding environment.
Meet
Venues
- Opposite The Sightseeing Bus Parking Lot At The East Exit Of Sendai Station LotteriaBetween08:45 - 09:00View on Map
Meeting / End Points
- Miyagi Definition Nyorai Western Temple
Policies
Purchase Summary
【Travel conditions】
Travel origin and destination: Miyagi
Travel days: Round trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Reisei Tourism Industry Co., Ltd.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times Lunch 0 times Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum number of people in a group: 6
Team leader: 1
【Travel planning/implementation】
Name of operating company: TuYi Group Japan Co., Ltd.
Address: 722 Shuzenji, Izu City, Shizuoka Prefecture
License Number: Shizuoka Prefectural Governor Registered Travel Agency, No. 2-633
Travel Agency Association: Regular Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
