Miyagi Fortune Tour: Kinkasan Island's Golden Power Spot & Seafood Lunch

Tour Description

- Transport: Enjoy a round-trip transfer from Sendai via bus, complemented by a private chartered boat cruise to and from the island. Board our chartered "Whale" boat for a scenic 20-minute voyage across the ocean to the sacred island.

- Shopping at Ishinomaki Genki Market: Take a moment to stretch your legs and explore a vibrant local market brimming with fresh seafood and regional specialties.

- Seafood Lunch: Savor a delectable lunch featuring fresh local seafood at Ocean Restaurant Nagisa.

- Kinkasan Koganeyama Shrine Pilgrimage: Discover the island's complete sacred sanctuary and offer your prayers at the renowned Golden Shrine. Legend has it that visiting this shrine for three consecutive years guarantees a life free from financial worries.

- Fully enjoy the local Roadside Station (Michi-no-Eki): Roadside Station Higashi-Matsushima is a treasure trove showcasing the finest flavors and unique products from coastal Miyagi. It boasts exclusive Blue Impulse (Japan's elite aerobatic team) official merchandise, popular local snacks unavailable elsewhere, and a delightful assortment of regional delicacies.

Information about tour operator

Name: H.I.S. Co.,Ltd.

Address: 18F Sendai Trust Tower, 1-9-1 Ichibancho, Aoba-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi 980-0811, Japan

Registration number: No.724 by Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency

Information about tour

Place of departure and destination: SENDAI STATION

Number of days of travel: 1

Means of transportation: BUS/TAXI

Name of bus company: TAKEYAKOTSU/IZUMIKANKO/INARI TAXI/HEIWA TAXI

Meals: NONE

Minimum number of passengers to operate: 6 people

Number of GUIDE: 1

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Address: 1-1-2-48 Tsutsujigaoka, Miyagino-ku, Sendai-shi, Miyagi 9830852, Japan

Highlights

• Visit Kinkasan Island on any day of the week with our chartered water taxi plan. Reaching the sacred Kinkasan Island independently can be a challenge to arrange. This tour eliminates concerns about ferry schedules or operational limits—simply relax and enjoy a hassle-free trip.
• Savor a fresh, local seafood lunch. Indulge in a tasty seafood rice bowl (Kaisen-don) or a fresh sashimi set lunch at a well-loved local eatery (menu selections depend on the day's catch). Experience the ultimate ocean-to-table flavors unique to this coastal area.
• Explore and shop at Ishinomaki Genki Market. Dive into the vibrant ambiance of this coastal market, filled with distinctive regional souvenirs and amazing local gourmet delights.

Itinerary

• Meet at Sendai Station East Exit Sightseeing Bus Boarding Area
• Depart from Sendai station using a tour bus or Taxi
• Shopping and Restroom Break at Ishinomaki Genki Market. (30 minutes)
• Lunch at Seafood Restaurant "Nagisa" & Visit to Whale Land Museum. (1H) Lunch image is for illustration purposes only.
• Cruise to Kinkasan Island on the Water Taxi(20 minutes)
• Visit Kinkasan Koganeyama Shrine: A Sacred Power Spot for Financial Good Fortune (1H10)
• Return to Ayukawa on the Water Taxi (20 minutes)
• Shopping and Restroom Break at Roadside Station Higashi-Matsushima. (30 minutes)
• End at Sendai Station East Exit Sighseeing Bus Stop.

Price Details

Included

• Air-conditioned bus
• English-speaking guide
• Lunch
• Water taxi

Not included

• Any personal expenses or additional purchases not mentioned above

Important Information

Weather & Marine Conditions:

Due to safety regulations, the water taxi may be canceled in the event of rough sea conditions. This decision may be made on the morning of the tour. If the water taxi is canceled, the entire tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.

Motion Sickness:

If you are prone to motion sickness, we highly recommend bringing and taking motion sickness medication before boarding the boat.

Walking & Footwear on Kinkasan Island:

Kinkasan Island features many steep slopes and steps. Please ensure you wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes.

Cash Recommendation:

Some locations visited during this tour only accept cash. Please make sure to bring Japanese yen cash with you for shopping and personal expenses, as credit cards or mobile payments may not be available at all stops.

No Partial Participation or Early Departure:

Joining the tour midway or leaving the tour group early (individual dismissal before the tour ends) is not permitted.

Purchase Notice

Age Restriction:

This tour is only available for participants aged 12 and older.

Accessibility:

Please note that this tour involves paths and steps that are not suitable for wheelchairs or walkers.

Water Taxi Notice:

The chartered water taxi (boat) may be shared with other passengers from outside our tour group.

Minimum Passenger Requirement:

This tour requires a minimum of 6 participants to operate. In the event that the minimum number is not met, the tour may be canceled, and you will be notified at least 14 days prior to the departure date.

Vehicle Changes based on Group Size:

Depending on the number of participants, the tour vehicle may be changed to either a minibus or a HiAce-type van.

Large Luggage Policy:

We cannot accommodate or store large luggage (such as large suitcases) on the vehicle. Please arrange to store them before the tour.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation after the tour starts: No refund

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee