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Miyagi Private Tours & Local Tour Guides
Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Miyagi, Japan with a Local Guide
Popular Miyagi Tour Guides
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Akemi U.
Hi there. My name is Akemi and call me Kimmie. I am a local guide of Sendai, Miyagi and new to this site. However, I’ve been providing guide services more than 2 years. I spent over 25 years abroad, including Australia, the US and Germany and came back to Japan in 2020. I would love to share how beautiful Tohoku, northern part of Japan. Tohoku boasts beautiful nature, great food and interesting culture. I will make your ordinary trip to extraordinary. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
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Eiji I.
Hello! I'm Eiji, your local guide in Sendai. Looking to venture beyond Tokyo and discover a different side of Japan? Come to Sendai! Just a quick 90-minute bullet train ride from Tokyo, Sendai awaits – a vibrant government-designated city rich in unique culture and surrounded by stunning nature. Born in Taipei and having spent my formative years in Tokyo and pursuing a master's degree in California, my international background has given me a deep appreciation for diverse cultures. After living in Malaysia with my family for seven years, we settled in Sendai in 2024. During the time in Malaysia, I traveled extensively throughout Southeast Asia. These experiences have shaped my passion for travel and allow me to offer you a truly unique, traveler-focused experience. Let me show you the hidden gems of this fantastic city!
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Michiko S.
Hello! How are you? My name is Michiko. I’m a local tour guide here in Miyagi. I was born and raised along the Miyagi coast. I take immense pride in sharing my prefecture's culture, cuisine, and natural beauty with you. People say I'm outgoing, approachable and flexible. I have canoeing instructor license, boat license and driver's license too. As a teenager, I studied abroad for a year. This experience sparked my curiosity and love for global cultures, inspiring me to travel to various countries, and broaden my perspectives. It will be my pleasure to guide you through my region. I hope you find the experience, enjoyable, and enriching. please feel free to ask if you have any questions, or need any assistance. I look forward to sharing this beautiful region. Hope we have enjoyable time together!
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Mai H.
Hello. I'm Mai, a national licensed tour guide in Sendai. I can guide in Tohoku region around Sendai. Please check my tours and you can also ask me personalized tours if you want to go places like -Shiogama, Hiraizumi, Okama, Nikka whiskey factory, Jogisan. (I don’t cover Ginzan onsen, Zao snow monster and fox village, i recommend to hire a taxi to go those places) I think of myself as friendly, open minded and considerate. I love talking so I’m happy to discuss any topics about japan or this region. I want to help travelers discover attractiveness of this region and make their trip memorable! I love traveling so I have visited many countries and I lived in India. learning ideas and cultures of people from various countries have helped me to understand Japan deeply. And I'm happy to share my knowledge and personal experiences with my guest. I look forward to meeting you and hope we have enjoyable time together!!
Popular Miyagi Private Tours
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Matsushima Day Trip from Sendai - Photogenic three red bridges and more
This tour can be customized based on your request. Please contact if you are interested. Matsushima is known for one of the three specific scenic views in Japan. However Matsushima is not just beautiful but also has been considered as a sacred place. I will take you the wonder of Matsushima only local guides can show and some photogenic spots including three red bridges of Matsushima.
Matsushima Day Trip from Sendai - Photogenic three red bridges and more
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【Sendai (Miyagi)】Regional Homecooking Class Half Day
This tour offers a hands-on experience in preparing everyday Japanese home cuisine, particularly of Sendai region. There will be several dishes for you to choose. We'll start by selecting the dishes you wish to create, followed by a visit to a local grocery store. Although most product information will be in Japanese, I'll provide full explanations. Once our shopping is complete, let's head back and start cooking! If you have particular dishes you would like to cook, please let me know!
【Sendai (Miyagi)】Regional Homecooking Class Half Day
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Matsushima full day Tour from Sendai
Let’s enjoy the beauty of Matsushima, see historical places, enjoy local food!!!! Matsushima is known for one of japan’s three best scenic places! but also Matsushima has been a place of worship, holy and spiritual place. Many temples there has hundreds of years history. so if you are with a knowledgeable guide and know Matsushima deeply, You can find more attractiveness of this place!!
Matsushima full day Tour from Sendai
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Sendai Half Day Tour : Sendai Castle, Zuihoden and City Walking
After enjoyed panoramic view of Sendai City at Sendai Castle, I will take you to Zuihoden which is a mausoleum of Sendai's founder, Date Masamune. We will take a taxi back to the city center and you may taste some of the local specialities such as Zunda(sweetened crashed Edamame) and fish cake. You can have a taste of Sendai's history, culture and food all in one.
Sendai Half Day Tour : Sendai Castle, Zuihoden and City Walking
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New Miyagi Private Tours
【Sendai (Miyagi)】A Foodie Exploration
Calling all food lovers! Join us for an unforgettable Sendai foodie adventure and discover the authentic flavors of our city, from fresh Sushi, sizzling gyutan and savory sasa-kamaboko to sweet zunda mochi and everything in between! Since all of the site is located near Sendai station area, we will take a walk to discover them. The walking toward next stop will help you digestion, so don't worry about eating too much!!
【Sendai (Miyagi)】A Foodie Exploration
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【Sendai (Miyagi)】Shop Smart, Shop Stylish: A Half-Day Journey Through Japan's Second-Hand Scene
Discover a different side of Japan with our exciting half-day second-hand shopping tour! This isn't just about finding a bargain; it's about uncovering unique treasures. We'll lead you to top spots like 2nd Street, where luxury brands and premium items await, and Book-Off, a haven for pop culture enthusiasts seeking elusive anime figures and card game rarities. We'll also explore charming vintage boutiques, perfect for those hunting for distinctive fashion pieces with a story.
【Sendai (Miyagi)】Shop Smart, Shop Stylish: A Half-Day Journey Through Japan's Second-Hand Scene
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The best of Sendai -Sendai City walking and Back-Alley Izakaya experience
This could be customized for shorter hours. Please contact me if you are interested. After enjoyed strolling around the shipping arcade of Sendai, I will take you to back-alley for Izakaya experience. It will be a fun experience to connect with locals and try some local foods.
The best of Sendai -Sendai City walking and Back-Alley Izakaya experience
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Yamadera half day tour from Sendai
Yamadera is a holy temple complex on the mountain, easily accessible from Sendai. Even if you have already seen many temples in Japan, this temple with beautiful mountain view will give you a special experience. in this tour we climb yamadera only. if you like hiking more, I'm selling Yamadera and Hiking tour.
Yamadera half day tour from Sendai
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Popular Miyagi Private Cars
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【Sendai (Miyagi)】JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Pilgrimage Tour
Explore the Real-Life Locations Behind the Iconic Anime. Embark on a one-of-a-kind journey across Sendai to visit the real-world inspirations behind JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, the legendary manga and anime series by Hirohiko Araki. This guided tour takes you to key locations featured in or inspired by various JoJo story arcs.
【Sendai (Miyagi)】JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Pilgrimage Tour
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[Sendai (Miyagi)] Day Tour with a Private Car -6h by Van (9 pax)
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
[Sendai (Miyagi)] Day Tour with a Private Car -6h by Van (9 pax)
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Shiogama private tour
Let's explore Shiogama! Shiogama boasts top quality seafood and rich traditional culture. You can enjoy seafood donburi, hand grilled senbei, and sake tasting. Also we can go to Matsushima too! Get a private tour in a Japanese family car from a Miyagi mom.
Shiogama private tour
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【Sendai (Miyagi)】A Half Day to ZAO Fox Village
Explore a one-of-a-kind forest inhabited by foxes, that visitors can walk through. Inside this gated area, you can see approximately 100 free-ranging foxes, and they are categorized into 8 species. Zao fox village is located on the outskirts of Sendai city, about 1 hour drive away. This village has attracted tremendous numbers of visitors worldwide because you can actually cuddle a gentle and Echinococcus-free foxes.
【Sendai (Miyagi)】A Half Day to ZAO Fox Village
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Miyagi Tour Reviews
Kimberly K.
“Beautiful Matsushima a must see”
We highly recommend Akemi for a guided tour. Matsushima was the second tour we took with her, and she consistently goes above and beyond for her guests. Akemi is not only highly knowledgeable about the area, but she is also exceptionally helpful. She took the time to assist us with our Shinkansen tickets back to Tokyo and helped us plan our route onward to Yamanashi, which we greatly appreciated. The tour itself was excellent. We took a boat tour of the bay, where we learned about the local oyster and seaweed farms. We walked around the picturesque Matsushima, taking stunning photos, and had a wonderful lunch at a restaurant with beautiful views of the ocean and town, where we tasted the famous local oysters. After lunch, we toured two of the temples. Akemi suggested we stay for the temple’s night illumination, and we were glad we followed her advice. Before departing, she also provided us with clear directions for our return to Sendai. We highly recommend booking a tour with Akemi. She is very knowledgeable, professional, and kind.
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Akemi U.
Thank you so much for taking time to write a nice review. I also enjoyed a company with you guys. Thank you so much for joining me!
Kimberly K.
“Stunning fall view of Yamadera and Risshakuji temple ”
We had a wonderful experience with Akemi in Yamadera. We met Akemi at Sendai Station and took the train to Yamadera. During the journey, she shared historical context about the area and the town before we started our ascent of the 1,115+ stairs to Risshakuji. Akemi was patient and allowed us to take our time during the climb, providing history for the various shrines and temples along the way. While the climb looked daunting initially, the views were beautiful, and it turned out to be an enjoyable trek. Her knowledge of the area and its history was excellent. On the way back to the station, we stopped for some delicious soba. Akemi is the perfect tour guide and is incredibly knowledgeable about Sendai. We were so pleased with the experience that we booked a second tour with her.
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Akemi U.
Aloha! Thank you so much for a nice review. I am glad that you enjoyed my tours and hope to see you again in the near future. Thank you so much for wonderful souvenirs from Hawaii.
Barbara B.
“Matsushima discovery with Mai”
Mai is a very knowledgeable, competent and friendly guide who reacted with great flexibility to our program ideas. She was a pleasure to be with. Thanks for a wonderful tour, Barbara and Werner
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