Top Miyagi Prefecture Art & Culture Classes

Explore the fascinating history of the Sendai Clan at the Nuruyu-Bansho, a well-preserved Edo-period checkpoint. With a knowledgeable local guide, discover the impressive architecture built entirely without nails and hear tales of samurai and travelers who once passed through. After the historical walk, get hands-on in a workshop where you'll learn traditional basket weaving techniques using eco-friendly materials. Create a unique, colorful basket that reflects both the region's rich cultural heritage and your personal touch. This engaging experience blends history and artistry in a picturesque mountain setting.

This tour will depart from the meetup location at the Naruko Nature Center in Naruko at 1:00 pm. You will meet with your guide and start the 3.5 hour cycling tour to find something unique in Naruko onsen. Ride through some onsen towns in Naruko, a farming village and the beautiful Satoyama scenery will come insight, rice field surrounded by mountains, grass roof traditional house, traditional small onsen ryokans. The tour also includes 2 unique cultural experiences such as Kuri Dango local sweet making workshop and Kokeshi local wood craft making. Feel the lives locals wile biking around a 13km route.