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【Sendai (Miyagi)】The Zao Snow Monsters — Nature’s Spectacular Masterpiece

Zao Ropeway Map

Snow Monster

Snow Monster2

Snow Monster at night

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【Sendai (Miyagi)】The Zao Snow Monsters — Nature’s Spectacular Masterpiece

Car Tour (driver & guide)

Joined 2025

Eiji I.

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

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Miyagi

Chinese (Traditional), English, Japanese (Native)

4 hrs 30 mins

Private tour (only you and Eiji I.)

Up to 4 people

Snow-covered trees resembling ice sculptures begin to appear in late December. They grow larger through January, and by February, some reach nearly five meters tall, creating a spectacular winter landscape. As temperatures rise, the frost-covered trees gradually disappear around March.

One of their greatest charms is how the scenery changes with the season—from forming ice-covered trees to massive formations at their peak, and finally to their fleeting, melting beauty.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Sendai Station

- Optionally I can meet you at your hotel upon request.

10:30 AM

Ropeway "Zao Sanroku Station"

1 hour and 30 minutes drive from the Sendai downtown, we will reach at the foot of the mountain. From there, we will hop on the gondola lift, and heading to the middle of the mountain, which will take about 10 minutes.

Approximate gondola waiting time at this station will be up to 30 minutes on weekdays, up to 2 hours on weekends.

11:30 AM

Juhyo Kogen Station -> The Summit

We will need to transfer the gondola at the middle of the mountain, Juhyo Kogen Station. From here, we will take another gondola lift to the Summit, which will take about 7 minutes.

Let's enjoy the spectacular panoramatic scenery looking over Yamagata, and most excitingly the "Snow Monsters".

Created by the unique climate and vegetation of the Zao mountain range, the Snow Monsters are a world-famous natural phenomenon.

Their breathtaking beauty draws visitors from around the globe, all eager to witness them with their own eyes.

12:30 PM

Back to Zao Sanroku Station & Deaprt for Sendai

Taking the same route backwards, we will be back to the foot of the mountain, Zao Sanroku Station. And, It will take about 1hr 30min drive as well heading back to Sendai.

Ending Point

Sendai Downtown at 2:00 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

What‘s included

*Tour guide fee

*Private car

*Gasoline, Toll fee, Parking fee

What‘s not included

*Ropeway gondola lift fee (please pay for the tour's one too)

*Lunch

*Any other personal expenses

Tour Important Information

*This tour is only available in winter time (End of Dec until Beginning of March)

*Appropriate attaire is highly recommended, such as snow gear, snow shoes, and snow gloves.

*For customers more than 3 adults, I will arrange a bigger car for comfortability. That is why the price goes up when booking more than 3 adults. However, 2 adults and 1 kids may be able to fit in original car, in that case I can lower the price. Please contact me for quotation.

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

Eiji I.

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

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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.

5 / 5

Oct 29, 2025

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Oct 29, 2025

Miyagi

4 hours

“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

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!