Michinoku Coastal Trail Northern Section
Miyako to Hachinohe – Self Guided
Duration7days
DifficultyMedium
Summary
This northern section from Hachinohe to Miyako offers a vast variety of amazing scenery, from coastal cliffs to serene beaches, vibrant fishing communities, and lush green lawns. This journey through Japan’s Tohoku region blends nature, history, and adventure into one incredible tour.
Highlight
- Explore the white rock formations and crystal-clear waters of Jodogahama.
- Experience hiking through hand carved tunnels and towering sea cliffs of Kitayamazaki Cliffs.
- Walk through quiet fishing villages and hidden coves along the rugged Iwate coastline.
- Discover the coastal grasslands, wildflowers, and ocean panoramas of Tanesashi Coast.
- Visit Kabushima Shrine and learn about the region’s unique relationship with the sea and seabirds.
DAY1
Arrival in Miyako
Transfer / arrival
Transfer from Morioka to Miyako via 106 highway bus, or JR Yamada line train.
Stay overnight in Miyako city.
（Meals: B:X / L:X / D:X）
DAY2
Jodogahama to Anegasaki
Hiking Course:13.5km.
About 5hrs Level of difficulty：★★☆☆☆
After breakfast, transfer to Jodogahama via local bus. Explore Joodogahama beach area, then hike from here to Anegasaki area.
Stay overnight in North Miyako area
（Meals: B:〇 / L:X / D:〇）
DAY3
Tanohata to Kitayamazaki
Hiking Course:9.6km.
About 5hrs Level of difficulty：★★★★☆
After breakfast, transfer to Tanohata station and hike towards Kitayamazaki Cliffs. Transfer to accommodation for tonight.
Stay overnight in Tanohata or Fudai areas
（Meals: B:〇 / L:X / D:〇）
DAY4
Kitayamazaki to Fudai
Hiking Course:16km.
About 5~6hrs Level of difficulty：★★★☆☆
After breakfast, transfer back to Kitayamazaki cliffs, and continue the hike from here to Fudai station. Alternative to make it a shorter day also available. Transfer from Fudai station via local train to Kuji station.
Stay overnight in Kuji area
（Meals: B:〇 / L:〇 / D:X）
DAY5
Itsukushima to Rikuchu-Nakano
Hiking Course:13km.
About 5~6hrs Level of difficulty：★★★☆☆
After breakfast, transfer to Itsukushima Shrine via private taxi. Hike to Rikuchu-Nakano station. Taxi transfer from here to your accommodation.
Stay overnight in Tanesashikaigan area
（Meals: B:〇 / L:X / D:〇）
DAY6
Tanesashi Coast to Hachinohe
Hiking Course:9km.
About 3.5hrs Level of difficulty：★☆☆☆☆
After breakfast, hike from Tanesashi kaigan to the train head at Kabushima Shrine. Continue on to Same station, and take the train from here to Hon-Hachinohe station.
Stay overnight in Hon-Hachinohe area
（Meals: B:〇 / L:X / D:X）
DAY7
Departure
Transfer / departure
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Hachinohe station, and then on to your next destination.
END OF TOUR Hachinohe area
（Meals: B:〇 / L:X / D:X）
Information
Price
From 2PAX 260,000JPY
per person・twin share
Tour type
Self-Guided
Inclusions
✔ Some meals during the tour (Breakfast x 6, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 3)
✔ 6 nights accommodation, twin share
✔ Pre-booked taxi or shuttle bus where listed
✔ Luggage transfer each day between accommodation
✔ Informative guide book
✔ Rental bear-spray
Exclusions
✖ Transportation to and from the listed starting/finishing points
✖ Local Train/bus fares within the tour
✖ Drinks or extra dishes and any meals not listed
✖ Costs of a personal nature
✖ English speaking guide
