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【Sendai (Miyagi)】A Half Day to ZAO Fox Village
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Joined 2025
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.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Sendai downtown
Arrive at Zao Fox Village
Once we arrive at the village, we will check-in at administration office. Observing the strolling around and relaxing semi-wild foxes.
Fox Cuddle Session
The village staff will explain the tips of how to cuddle the foxes. They will provide two pieces of outfits to cover upper your torso and leg, so that your wearings won't get any mud and stain. The foxes will be randomely brought to you, and unfortunately you don't get to choose. You will be amazed by how fluffy the fox tail is.
Leave for Sendai City
After the cuddle session, let's have a look at the shop and find some souvenirs for the memory. At noon 12 pm, we will depart from the village and head back to Sendai.
Ending Point
Back to your hotel by 1:30 pm
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
*The guiding fee, pickup and drop off at your hotel.
*Private vehicle and related fees such as its insurance, gas, highway tolls and parking fee.
*Car type: Honda Freed
*Entrance Fee (Adults: 1,500 JPY, Children under 12: Free of charge)
*Foxes Cuddle Session Fee (700 JPY per person)
*Personal Expenses
Tour Important Information
* This tour will go inside the semi-wild habitat of foxes
* Please wear comfortable shoes as there are gentle slope inside the gated area
Kindly reminder: Zao Fox Village will be closed on every Wednesday.
Important message from the supplier
If you are planning private car for more than 3 people, I can arrange a bigger car and give you a new quotaiton. Please feel free to ask me.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide 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!
Reviews
Jamieson C.
“Very Personalized Service”
We specifically visited Sendai because of our love for Jojo's Bizarre Adventure. Eiji and his wife accomodated and delivered. We also experienced a genuine vibe where we felt we were being shown around Sendai by friends rather than guide. Highly recommended
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Eiji I.
Hi, Jamieson. Thank you for the heartfelt comment and great review. My wife and I also had a wonderful time chatting with you and your sons. Thank you for telling us about Philippines. We are so intrigued by Philippine style Paella. Hope you enjoy the rest of your trip in Tokyo!
$193/ per group
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