Miyagi — A Land of Ocean, Forests, and the Light of Renewal and Remembrance
Miyagi — A Land of Ocean, Forests, and the Light of Renewal and Remembrance
The gentle waves of the Pacific continue to kiss the shore in quiet rhythm.
The many islands of Matsushima Bay, cloaked in a timeless stillness, embrace visitors with a sense of peace and quiet wonder.
In the heart of Sendai lives the legacy of Date Masamune, the one-eyed dragon.
A visionary warlord who cherished both strength and refinement, his enduring spirit still watches over the region from sites like Zuihōden and the ruins of Aoba Castle, reflecting the deep pride of Miyagi.
In 2011, this land bore the weight of an unimaginable tragedy.
Yet even in loss, the people rose again, their prayers etched into monuments along the coasts of Ishinomaki and Kesennuma—silent testaments to resilience and hope.
Come spring, a thousand cherry trees flutter in the breeze.
In summer, the skies glow with the lights of the Sendai Tanabata Festival.
Autumn sets the Zao mountains ablaze with color, and winter wraps the hot springs in a hush of warmth and stillness.
Miyagi’s seasons carry both gentleness and strength, quietly nourishing the soul.
Its flavors, too, speak of the land—fresh gifts from the sea, sweet and fragrant zunda, and the bounty of Zao’s fertile earth.
Each dish tells a story woven from nature and tradition, from hardship and perseverance.
Miyagi is a place where memory and pride, prayer and renewal, resonate softly—
a quiet yet powerful land of hope that stays with you long after you leave.
Prefectural Capital
- Sendai City
- Sendai City
- Ishinomaki City
- Kesennuma City
- Approximately 2.3 million
- Matsushima
- Sendai Castle Ruins
- Naruko Onsen
- Shiogama Shrine
Sendai, also known as the City of Trees, is filled with beautiful rows of zelkova trees lining its streets.
The Pageant of Starlight is a beloved winter tradition in Sendai. Stunning illuminations adorn the rows of zelkova trees.
Sendai is famous for gyutan — grilled beef tongue that’s savory and tender.
Matsushima, celebrated as one of Japan’s top three scenic views, offers a breathtaking panorama of islands and sea.
Dating back to the era of Date Masamune, the Sendai Tanabata Festival transforms the city’s arcades with a dazzling display of colorful streamers and decorations.