The foxes at Zao grow thick, fluffy coats from late autumn, so winter visits get the best photos. Add the Okama crater if you go between late April and early November, when the mountain road is open.
Compare fox encounters, Ginzan Onsen scenery, timing, seasonal trade-offs, and value on this full-day trip from Sendai.
Most Popular★ 4.8“the tour organization is really good, but I dont feel the fox village is worth visiting”
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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“Fantastic full-day tour to Zao Fox Village and Ginzan Onsen! Mr. Lee was excellent and incredibly helpful throughout the entire trip. Pick up was right on time. He kept us informed via WhatsApp, sharing maps and helpful guidance as we arrived at each stop, which…”
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49 reviewsFrom $74.29
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“Very mediocre arrangement, the tour guide was more like a driver!”
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27 reviewsFrom $106.19
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“Smooth itinerary and there is plenty of time for each spot”
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17 reviewsFrom $111.25
See Zao’s color-shifting Okama crater, free-roaming foxes and kokeshi crafts on a guided day trip from Sendai.
★ 4.8“The private car tour for our small group of eight was very comfortable. Azumi-san and the driver provided excellent service. It's a shame the weather at Okama wasn't good, so we didn't get to see the beautiful scenery. However, Fox Village and Yajiro are definitely…”
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8 reviewsFrom $156.39
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“It was a long-awaited trip. The Japanese person in charge chatted with everyone through the translator along the way. We arrived at the destination safely. We had a lot of fun. The staff were very friendly and polite. It is worth recommending 👍🏻”
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4 reviewsFrom $124.85