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Private Guided Tour to Murayama City from Sendai
Sendai
About
Do you know the town of Murayama? This tour takes you to Murayama City in Yamagata Prefecture, where travelers can experience Japan’s rural landscapes and everyday traditions in an authentic way. Departing from Sendai, the itinerary is carefully balanced to combine scenic travel with meaningful local experiences, without the pace of a full-day tour. Highlights include a traditional boat cruise through the Sannanso rapids of the Mogami River, once a vital transportation route, and a soba lunch that reflects the region’s food culture. The boat cruise fare is included, allowing guests to focus on the experience itself. As a private tour, the itinerary can be customized based on your interests. ...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
apx. 10-20 USD
Mogami River Sannanso Boat Cruise fare
Private Transportation
Hotel Pickup
National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.
Personal Expenses
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Your day begins with a pickup from your hotel in the Sendai area. Traveling by private vehicle allows for a relaxed start and a smooth journey into Yamagata Prefecture.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Mogami River Sannanso Boat Cruise Boarding Point
Cruise through the Sannanso, the three most challenging sections of the Mogami River, once vital for regional transport. From the boat, enjoy dramatic river scenery shaped by strong currents while learning how skilled boatmen safely navigated these waters and supported local life and trade along the river.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Araki Soba
Lunch is served at Araki Soba, a well-known local eatery specializing in traditional handmade soba. The firm texture and bold flavor reflect Murayama’s food culture and climate. This thatched-roof restaurant is the only soba restaurant in the Tohoku region selected for La Liste, which recognizes the world’s top 1,000 restaurants. Please note: Araki Soba is closed on Wednesdays. For Wednesday bookings, lunch will be arranged at an alternative soba restaurant or local dining spot.
1 hour
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Sendai
After lunch, relax on the return drive to the Sendai area. The itinerary is designed to balance travel and sightseeing within a compact timeframe, making it ideal for guests who wish to experience Yamagata’s highlights without a full-day commitment.
1 hour and 30 minutes
Private Guided Tour to Murayama City from Sendai
Sendai
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$677.50
Price varies by group size
About
Do you know the town of Murayama? This tour takes you to Murayama City in Yamagata Prefecture, where travelers can experience Japan’s rural landscapes and everyday traditions in an authentic way. Departing from Sendai, the itinerary is carefully balanced to combine scenic travel with meaningful local experiences, without the pace of a full-day tour. Highlights include a traditional boat cruise through the Sannanso rapids of the Mogami River, once a vital transportation route, and a soba lunch that reflects the region’s food culture. The boat cruise fare is included, allowing guests to focus on the experience itself. As a private tour, the itinerary can be customized based on your interests. ...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English & French
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
apx. 10-20 USD
Mogami River Sannanso Boat Cruise fare
Private Transportation
Hotel Pickup
National Licensed English Speaking Guide. Please let us know if you prefer any other languages.