Akiu is one of the most famous hot spring districts in the north-eastern part of Japan.
Thanks to its accessibility(only 30 minutes ride from the center of Sendai), it is visited by many tourists and local people.
You can also enjoy the great view of nature, and even try Japanese traditional handicraft.
Akiu is an adorable tourist spot through the year, but autumn is especially wonderful
At Sendai Station or anywhere you like around downtown Sendai
Lunch at a traditional Japanese house restaurant
Rairaikyo Gorge
Akiu Otaki Falls
Akiu Traditional Craft Village (optional)
At Sendai Station or anywhere you like after the final destination
Akiu is a famous hot spring district.
It also has the great nature and traditional culture.
Akiusha is a restaurant in a preserved traditional Japanese house.
It serves unique cuisines using fresh vegetables of this area.
Rairaikyo is a gorge running along a long river.
The unique-shaped rocks, colored leaves, and small falls make a impressive view.
You can enjoy hiking through walking path.
Akiu Otaki Falls is one of the three most great falls in Japan.
The waterfall of 6m wide and 55m high has a spectacular view.
Craftsmans of Japanese traditional handicrafts offer workshops at Akiu Traditional Craft Village.
You can make your own kokeshi(traditional wooden doll) here.
If you like, you can try it (optional).
guide fee
transportation fee (you and guide), lunch or dinner, entrance fee
We use the public transportation(mainly bus).
The number of buses to Akiu Traditional Craft Village is not so large.
And their workshops usually take about one hour.
So if you want to visit Akiu Traditional Craft Village, our tour will be a little busy.
Akiu district has so many tourist spots(hot springs, natural parks, restaurants, museums, etc).
If you would like to visit the places which are not on this page, please do not hesitate to ask me.
I will be as flexible as I can.
We use public transportation. The cost will be approx. 2000yen per person(round trip).
The guide will be as flexible as possible. You can visit anywhere(around Akiu district) you are interested in.
Akiu Otaki Falls: free
Rairaikyo Gorge: free
Akiu Traditional Craft Village:
The entrance fee is free.
The workshop(painting kokeshi doll) costs 1000yen per person.
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Thank you for the great review. I had a great time with you and your family, too. Hanyu Yuzuru is a hero to Sendai people. I am so glad that he attracts many fans to Sendai.
Shunsuke was a great tour guide with a lot of experience, he planned our tour carefully and also took into account my preferences about what to do along the way. I wanted to see the cherry blossoms and he took me to a park on the hills of Matsushima where the view of cherry blossoms together with the view of Matshusima Bay area was amazing! I wanted to try some of the local food and he took me to a local restaurant for a great sushi course and famous local oysters. Of course, we also visited all the important monuments in the area, even witnessed a real buddhist wedding ceremony in Zuiganji Temple! Every step along the way, he told me about the importance and the history of the places we visited. I really enjoyed the tour and also learned a lot from him. I would highly recommend Shunsuke as a tour guide to anyone planning to visit Matsushima area..
Thank you very much for a great review. I am glad that you I enjoyed the tour in Matsushima. You were interested in many things in our local town, which made me happy. I also had a great time with you.
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Thank you very much for the great review. I am glad you enjoyed the tour. I also had a great time with you and your family.