Zao Fox Village near Shiroishi lets you walk among more than 100 free-roaming foxes of several kinds. They can bite, so feeding happens only from a raised platform, and anything dangling from your bag is best zipped away.
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“Our tour guide, Ashley, was very friendly and provided detailed explanations! We were able to use the fast pass lane for the cable car, avoiding the long queues to go up the mountain! The guide mentioned that the snow had started melting two days prior,…”
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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“My friends and I had an amazing time with our tour guide. Our guide was very nice and sweet, and she was very accommodating. We had forgotten to mention that we only speak English, not Japanese or Chinese. Even though there was a language barrier,…”
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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“It was a private car trip to Ginzan Onsen and Zao Snow Monster It was truly a successful and wonderful trip. The driver was waiting for us 15 minutes before the scheduled time and welcomed us with a warm smile. The journey was comfortable and…”
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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“Our tour guide, Mr. Lee, was gentle, meticulous, and professional. He managed the time perfectly and drove very smoothly. My family and I thought Zao Fox Village was wonderful; the park was larger than expected, and the close interaction with the foxes was very interesting.…”
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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“This is basically a "shared car ride". Driver drives you to the 2 sites and you tour them yourself. Driver sent a text of the pick up location a day before, which is a road across Sendai Bus Terminal. First stop was Mt Zao. You…”
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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“goog tour and driver”
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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“Our group of 4 joined this tour, and unexpectedly, a 7-seater vehicle was arranged for the 4 of us, making the entire trip feel like a private charter. The tour guide was excellent, giving us plenty of time to explore. Great value for the price.”
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11 reviewsFrom $121.70
See Zao’s color-shifting Okama crater, free-roaming foxes and kokeshi crafts on a guided day trip from Sendai.
★ 4.8“Very good! I highly recommend the tour guide YAMA! He is very nice and knows how to balance time! I saw a lot of things today and had delicious pudding. I saw amazing scenery. Five-star praise!”
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8 reviewsFrom $156.39
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“Had an amazing experience, our tour guide was very accommodating and friendly. The drive felt very safe and our guide was very efficient. Perfect experience for those who prefer to go off on their own but have to not worry about where the next location…”
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8 reviewsFrom $191.35
Compare Zao’s winter snow monsters with the foxes of Shiroishi on a guided day trip from Sendai, with practical tips on timing and mountain conditions.
★ 4.3“First, gather at Sendai Station, then take the Snow Monster bus up Mount Zao. Upon arriving at the summit of Mount Zao, there's only 15 minutes for taking photos; any longer and your time is up! Plus, the snow is so deep, reaching mid-thigh, making…”
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4 reviewsFrom $124.85