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A traditional wooden bridge over a narrow stream in a mountainous area with buildings on either side. 1
A traditional Japanese building with multiple balconies, wooden railings, and hanging lanterns. 2
A snow-covered statue of a bear, a wooden sign with Japanese text, and a red fence. 3
A fox in a snowy landscape. 4
A narrow alley flanked by traditional wooden buildings with signage, leading towards a forested hill. 5

Fox Village & Ginzan Onsen with Private Car Option Day Tour

By Wandering Japan Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is €131 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Meet 100+ free-roaming foxes at Miyagi Zao Fox Village
  • Step into a fairytale town at Ginzan Onsen
  • Small group tour with caring service and deep local insights
  • Hotel pickup in Sendai—travel easy without public transport stress

Activity location

    • Sendai
    • Sendai, Miyagi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Japan, 〒983-0852 Miyagi, Sendai, Miyagino Ward, Tsutsujigaoka, 1-chōme−2−１ イーストンビル | Meet at Sendai Station East Exit, across from the sightseeing bus parking lot, in front of Lotteria.
    • Sendai, Miyagi, Japan

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Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

This tour is popular with visitors from many different countries, so the private vehicle service includes a driver who also acts as a guide. During the journey, the driver will communicate with guests using a translation device.

Starting time: 07:30
Price details
€131.44 x 1 Adult€131.44
Total
Price is €131.44

Departing from Sendai Station

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • Japanese

This tour is popular with visitors from many different countries, so the private vehicle service includes a driver who also acts as a guide. During the journey, the driver will communicate with guests using a translation device.

Starting time: 08:30
Price details
€131.44 x 1 Adult€131.44
Total
Price is €131.44

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Vehicle service for the entire itinerary
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    Fuel costs, toll fees, and highway charges
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    Vehicle service time up to 10 hours (in accordance with Japanese law)
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    Professional guide service
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    Small group (1–13 guests) or bus tour (14–45 guests), based on daily group size
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    Air-conditioned vehicle (type based on group size) 5–8 seats: Toyota Alphard or similar; 9–14 seats: Toyota Hiace or similar; 18–22 seats: Mini bus; 22+ seats: Large bus
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Infants aged 0–2 may join free when seated on an adult’s lap (advance notice required)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
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    Optional activities and experiences not listed in the itinerary
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    Personal expenses of any kind
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    Luggage service: This is a day tour, and bringing luggage is not recommended. If you plan to bring multiple pieces of luggage, please check availability in advance.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Any items not specifically mentioned in the “What’s included” section

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Smoking in the vehicle
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

08:30 Sendai – Tour Begins

09:50 Miyagi
▼ Miyagi Zao Fox Village – A One-of-a-Kind Fox Forest

Approx. 40 minutes | Free exploration | Admission not included
Address: Kawarago 11-3, Fukuoka Hachimiya, Shiroishi, Miyagi

Home to over 100 free-roaming foxes, this magical forest welcomes you into a true “Fox Kingdom.” You’ll encounter six different fox species, including Hokkaido red foxes, dreamy silver foxes, arctic foxes (blue and white), elegant platinum foxes, and rare cross foxes—each with its own unique personality.

Set in a pristine woodland, foxes may quietly follow you along the paths, curiously tug at your clothes, or observe you from nearby. With a bit of luck, you may even have the chance to gently hold a fluffy fox cub.
In addition to foxes, the park is also home to gentle rabbits, goats, and miniature ponies—perfect for families and animal lovers.

⚠️ Safety Notice: Foxes roam freely. Please follow park rules carefully. One adult may accompany only one preschool child.

Before leaving, don’t forget to browse the souvenir shop filled with exclusive fox-themed goods—plush toys, snacks, and charming keepsakes.

Reference Admission Fee:

Adults (Junior high & above): JPY 1,500

Children (Elementary & below): Free
(One adult may accompany only one child)

11:00 Miyagi
▼ Shiroishi Umen Lunch – Tsurigane-an

Approx. 50 minutes | Lunch at own expense
Address: 46 Motomachi, Shiroishi, Miyagi 989-0275

Shiroishi Umen is a beloved local speciality with over 400 years of history. These handmade wheat noodles are short, oil-free, light, and easy to digest—perfect for all ages.

According to legend, the noodles were created in the early Edo period by a devoted son who wanted his ill father to enjoy a gentle, nourishing meal. A bowl of Umen is not only comforting to the stomach, but also to the heart.

14:00 Yamagata
▼ Ginzan Onsen – Taisho-Era Hot Spring Town

Approx. 90 minutes | Free exploration
Transfer by shuttle from Taisho Roman-kan

This 500-year-old hot spring town is famous for its nostalgic wooden ryokan lining the Ginzan River. Often said to resemble the bathhouse from Spirited Away, Ginzan Onsen feels like stepping into a fairytale.

Gas lamps glow at dusk, snow blankets the streets in winter, and each season offers breathtaking scenery—from lush summer greenery to fiery autumn leaves. The area is also believed by fans to have inspired the Swordsmith Village in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.

Enjoy a leisurely stroll, try local Yamagata specialities such as tempura soba, visit free foot baths (Waraku Ashiyu), or explore charming souvenir shops and street food stalls.

15:30 Return Journey

Relax and enjoy the scenic drive back to Sendai
(Approx. 2–2.5 hours)

18:00 Sendai

Arrive at JR Sendai Station and conclude the tour.
Guests with hotel pickup will be dropped off at their accommodation.

Location

Activity location

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    • Sendai
    • Sendai, Miyagi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Japan, 〒983-0852 Miyagi, Sendai, Miyagino Ward, Tsutsujigaoka, 1-chōme−2−１ イーストンビル | Meet at Sendai Station East Exit, across from the sightseeing bus parking lot, in front of Lotteria.
    • Sendai, Miyagi, Japan