Ginzan Onsen and the fox village sit on opposite sides of the Zao range, so tours that pair them cross the mountains by bus. Do the foxes first; Ginzan is better as the light fades.
Compare Ginzan Onsen, Zao’s snow monsters and Fox Village on a winter day trip from Sendai, with clear advice on timing, extra fees and itinerary changes.
Most Popular★ 4.2“(26.02.26) I bought a one-day trip package at the meeting point. The tour company didn't have a sign showing the meeting location. Luckily, I walked over and asked the guide who was at the front of the bus. I'm deducting 1 point for that. But…”
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348 reviews10 hoursFrom $66.35
Compare fox encounters, Ginzan Onsen scenery, timing, seasonal trade-offs, and value on this full-day trip from Sendai.
★ 4.8“It was a pity that the fox village time was affected by the traffic jam, but the shuttle to Ginzan Onsen was smooth, and the increased photo time was great. The tour guide was very responsible in explaining and serving everyone, highly recommend!”
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80 reviewsFrom $142.09
Compare fox watching, local Shiroishi noodles and Ginzan Onsen on a small-van day trip from Sendai, with practical tips on costs, timing and pickup.
★ 4.8“It was a very comfortable trip, and both attractions were unique. The optional lunch was also excellent. The tour guide picking us up and dropping us off at the hotel was a thoughtful touch.”
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49 reviewsFrom $74.29
Compare Zao’s crater, Fox Village and optional Ginzan Onsen on a private Sendai day trip, with a flexible route, hotel pickup and clear cost caveats.
★ 4.8“The driver who could speak Mandarin shared a lot of things about Japan with us along the way and took good care of us. Good communication, saved a lot of time”
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48 reviews7 hoursFrom $429.75
Visit Zao Fox Village, try Shiroishi uumen noodles, and see Ginzan Onsen on a long day trip from Sendai. Know the extra costs and timing before you book.
★ 4.4“The tour guide had an excellent attitude, prioritized communication throughout the trip, and provided clear explanations. The itinerary was well-paced with plenty of time, so we never felt rushed. I would highly recommend them.”
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27 reviewsFrom $106.19
Compare Ginzan Onsen, Zao’s winter snow monsters, and Fox Village on a Sendai day trip, with practical advice on costs, timing, queues, and transport.
★ 4.2“The driver was driving very fast. The speed limit on the highway section was 80 kilometers per hour, but the driver reached 120 kilometers per hour, which was quite dangerous. He was also speeding on the snowy downhill slope. While he was driving, I felt…”
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26 reviewsFrom $125.79
Review this Sendai day trip to Zao Okama, Fox Village, and Ginzan Onsen, with practical details on timing, costs, language, and trade-offs.
★ 4.6“The driver's manifest had incorrect information. While the phone number and order number were correct, my name was wrong. I suspect the platform provided incorrect details, and it took some time to resolve before I could board the vehicle.”
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17 reviewsFrom $111.25
Compare Zao Fox Village and Ginzan Onsen on a full-day trip from Sendai, with practical advice on guides, transport, seasons, and value.
★ 4.1“Meeting spot location- the restaurant doesn't exist anymore and directions should be updated. The guide should actually meet us at the spot as advised with a company sign so that we knew she was the guide. We were sent a parking lot picture to meet…”
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11 reviewsFrom $121.70
Pair Ginzan Onsen’s snowy streets with Zao’s winter peaks, a fox village visit, and a ryokan stay on this two-day trip from Tokyo.
★ 4.0“Ginzan really is awesome! Money well spent for happiness.”
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8 reviewsFrom $191.35