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Zao Snow Wall & Sakura with Hanami Lunch Box Bus Tour from Sendai

By H.I.S.Co., Ltd.
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$149 per adult
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  • 8h
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Overview

Join a 1-day bus tour from Sendai and experience the rare transition between winter and spring in northern Japan. Walk along the impressive snow walls of the Zao Echo Line during its limited opening period, and enjoy seasonal activities including sledding at Daikokuten Parking Lot.

The tour also features a visit to the Zao Kokeshi Museum, where you can learn about traditional Tohoku culture through its renowned collection of handcrafted kokeshi dolls. In the afternoon, take in the spectacular views of Hitome Senbonzakura, with thousands of cherry trees lining the Shiraishi River against the backdrop of snow-capped Mt. Zao. A Japanese-style hanami bento lunch is included, allowing you to enjoy cherry blossom viewing in a relaxed setting.

This limited-time tour operates for only a few days each year, offering a unique combination of cultural discovery and stunning seasonal scenery.

Activity location

  • Zao Echo Line
    • Zao Echo Line
    • Zaō, Miyagi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sendai Station
    • 1 1
    • 980-0021, Sendai, Miyagi, Japan

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Zao Snow Wall & Sakura with Hanami Lunch Box Bus Tour from Sendai
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$148.82 x 1 AdultAU$148.82
Total
Price is AU$148.82
Until Fri, 10 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee of Kokeshi Museum
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hanami Bento Lunch Box & Green tea
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned bus

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • If the minimum number of participants (15) is not met by (10) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be cancelled.
  • Please note that we may not be able to take you to the snow wall due to road closures caused by bad weather. In that case, we will take you to an alternative location such as the Zao Cheese Factory. (Please note that no refunds will be made in such cases.)
  • Please note that the location of the tour may change depending on the blooming of cherry blossoms.
  • Although you will walk only on snow-cleared areas, we recommend that you wear trekking shoes or other footwear that are easy to walk in and slip-resistant.
  • The temperature is about 7°C lower than in the plains at an altitude of around 1,500 metres. In addition, the temperature may be close to 0°C in bad weather, so please wear warm and windproof clothing.
  • In some cases, cherry blossoms may be in leaf or before blooming, but no refund will be given in such cases
  • A Picnic blanket is useful for the hanami experience, so please bring your own if necessary.
  • If the road is impassable to the snow wall due to snow accumulation, the tour may be cancelled on the morning of the tour day.
  • Please arrive at the meeting spot in time.
  • Please notice that might be crowded in sightseeing spots during weekends, holidays and events.
  • In case of traffic congestion or any other uncontrollable reasons, please note that changes of schedule or time shortened in each of sightseeing spots.
  • No refunds will be issued in case the customer doesn't show up at the meeting spot on time.
  • We will full refund in case the tour is cancelled due to extreme situations such as typhoons and other natural disasters
  • As it is stipulated by the law of Japan, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
  • Please kindly manage your valuable belongings by yourself.

Activity itinerary

Zao Echo Line

  • 1h 10m
The Zao Echo Line is closed throughout winter and reopens in mid-April. During this short period, visitors can walk along a 2-km route lined with towering snow walls formed during snow removal. This special experience is scheduled for only five days, from April 10 to April 13, 2026, offering a rare chance to enjoy winter scenery and spring air at the same time. At the event venue near Daikokuten Parking Lot, guests can also enjoy sledding activities and see snowplows up close, making it a fun and memorable experience for all ages.

Kokeshi-kan

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
In addition to the natural scenery, the tour includes a visit to the Zao Kokeshi Museum, where you can learn about traditional Tohoku culture through handcrafted kokeshi dolls. These wooden dolls originated in the Tohoku region and are known for their simple shapes, hand-painted designs, and deep connection to local hot spring towns. The museum showcases a wide variety of kokeshi styles and offers insight into the history and craftsmanship behind this iconic regional art.

Funaoka Castle Ruins Park

  • 2h
Enjoy breathtaking views of Hitome Senbonzakura, where thousands of cherry trees line both banks of the Shiraishi River, with snow-capped Mt. Zao creating a stunning seasonal backdrop. At Funaoka Castle Site Park, you will have ample time to stroll, take photos, and fully appreciate the scenery. A Japanese-style hanami bento lunch is provided, allowing you to relax and enjoy a traditional cherry-blossom viewing experience surrounded by spring colours.

Location

Activity location

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    Zao Echo Line
    • Zao Echo Line
    • Zaō, Miyagi, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Sendai Station
    • 1 1
    • 980-0021, Sendai, Miyagi, Japan

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