Michinoku Coastal Trail Southern Section
Natori to Ishinomaki – Self Guided 3 days
Duration3days
DifficultyMedium
Summary
This southern section of the Michinoku Coastal Trail, from Natori to Ishinomaki, showcases the remarkable diversity of Miyagi’s coastline. Visit communities rebuilding and preserving their stories after the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami of 2011. Combining coastal scenery, island adventures, local culture, and resilience, this journey offers a unique perspective on the southern gateway to the Michinoku Coastal Trail.
Highlight
- Visit important sites connected to the 2011 disaster and recovery, including Former Arahama Elementary School.
- Island-hop through the tranquil Urato Islands, famous for their remote coastal scenery and fishing culture, and both Aji Island and Tashiro Island famous for their free-roaming cats.
DAY1
Natori and Arahama
Hiking Course:12km.
About 4hrs Level of difficulty：★☆☆☆☆
Transfer from Sendai station to Mitazono Station. From Mitazono station hike through Natori area, passing the Michinoku Trail Center on your way. Continue past here to the Former Arahama elementary school. Transfer via private hire to accommodation.
Stay overnight in Shiogama area
（Meals: B:X / L:X / D:X）
DAY2
Urato Islands
Hiking Course: 9.7km.
About 4.5hrs Level of difficulty：★☆☆☆☆
After breakfast, walk to Marine Gate Shiogama, and take the ferry to the Urato Islands. Island hop over the three islands using the local fishermens boat rides between each island, and then on to Miyato port. Hike to Nobiru station and transfer to accommodation.
Stay overnight in Ishinomaki area
（Meals: B:〇 / L:〇 / D:X）
DAY3
Aji Island and Tashirojima
Hiking Course: 9.8km.
About 4hrs Level of difficulty：★☆☆☆☆
After breakfast, transfer to Ishinomaki port, and take the ferry to Ajishima Island, and Tashirojima (Cat) island and hike each section before taking the ferry back to Ishinomaki port in the late afternoon.
Stay overnight in Ishinomaki area
（Meals: B:〇 / L:〇 / D:X）
Information
Price
From 2PAX 200,000JPY
per person・twin share
Tour type
Self-Guided
Inclusions
✔ Some meals during the tour (Breakfast x 2, Lunch x 2)
✔ 2 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
Notes
The weather can change quite a lot depending on the day, and even within the same day, so please ensure you have good quality rain-wear, as we hike in the rain as well (provided it is deemed safe).
Please advise of any dietary restrictions beforehand. Please note, vegan diet is not able to be catered for at this time.
Please ensure you have a good physical ability so you are able to participate in all activities.
