Sendai has spa towns on its doorstep at Akiu and Sakunami, but trips that go further reach Ginzan Onsen in Yamagata, about two hours away. Go for the Taisho-era streetscape, and know that the busiest hour there is dusk, when the lamps come on.
Compare fox encounters, Ginzan Onsen scenery, timing, seasonal trade-offs, and value on this full-day trip from Sendai.
Most Popular★ 4.8“We joined the tour from Sendai to Fox Village on April 11th. Our tour guide was very responsible and took great care of us. We had a wonderful time. Highly recommended!”
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80 reviewsFrom $142.09
Compare Zao’s winter snow monsters with Ginzan Onsen on a long, organized day trip from Sendai, with group ropeway access and extra fees to plan for.
★ 4.8“We really enjoyed our tour to Ginzan Onsen and Zao Onsen to see the snow monsters. Mr. Azumi was our fantastic English speaking guide. I didn't get the names of the other guide and our driver but they were also fantastic. This was a very…”
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51 reviewsFrom $125.05
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.
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49 reviewsFrom $74.29
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 Yamadera’s mountain temple with Ginzan Onsen on a full-day Yamagata tour, with practical advice on winter delays, guiding, and value.
★ 3.8“Preferred to receive more info/ intro to the area but the guide wasn't able to provide much info. Comfortable car ride throughout the trip.”
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5 reviewsFrom $105.95
Explore Japan's snowy landscapes, relax in historic hot springs, and marvel at the Snow Monsters on this full-day tour from Sendai with stunning views and delicious food.
★ 4.7“Excelente tour desde Sendai. Lamentablemente por condiciones climáticas adversas no pudimos observar los mounstros de nieve, pero los guías intentaron hacer todo lo posible para lograrlo, fueron bastante atentos.”
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4 reviews11 hoursFrom $167by LION TRAVEL JAPAN Co. Ltd.