Do you know the town of Murayama? This tour takes you to Murayama City in Yamagata Prefecture, where travelers can experience Japan’s rural landscapes and everyday traditions in an authentic way. Departing from Sendai, the itinerary is carefully balanced to combine scenic travel with meaningful local experiences, without the pace of a full-day tour.
Highlights include a traditional boat cruise through the Sannanso rapids of the Mogami River, once a vital transportation route, and a soba lunch that reflects the region’s food culture. The boat cruise fare is included, allowing guests to focus on the experience itself.
As a private tour, the itinerary can be customized based on your interests. Optional arrangements may include seasonal nature walks, fruit harvesting experiences, or an iaido experience in Murayama, known as the birthplace of this traditional Japanese martial art. This flexibility makes the tour ideal for travelers seeking a genuine glimpse of rural Japan.

Sample Itinerary

• Meet you at your hotel lobby
• Sendai
• Mogami River Sannanso Boat Cruise Boarding Point
• Araki Soba
• Sendai
• Finish the tour
  

  Included

  • National Licensed English Speaking Guide
  • Hotel Pickup
  • Private Transportation
  • Mogami River Sannanso Boat Cruise fare
  • Admission Fee
  • Lunch

  Excluded

  • Personal Expenses
  • Souvenirs

Please note the following

☆The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons
☆Private tours can be customized to your interests and preferences. Let us know any place you wish to visit. If you would like to include one of the activities/sites, please let us know.
☆The order might change depending and the selection of sights could also be modified.
☆Tours can be arranged for a larger group. We will suggest appropriate transportation for your group size.

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If you cancel your booking, the following cancellation rates and remittance charges will be charged.
(1) 3-14 days prior to the tour date: 30 % of the tour fee
(2) 2 days before the tour date: 50 % of the tour fee
(3) 1 day before the tour date: 100 % of the tour fee