[1N2D] Day Trip from Tokyo: Winter Fairytale Tour near Sendai (Ginzan Onsen, Zao Snow Monsters & Fox Village)

Escape the City Noise, Enter a Winter Wonderland in Miyagi & Yamagata

Embark on a 2-day, 1-night Tohoku winter tour departing from Tokyo or Shinjuku, and experience snow-covered hot spring towns, snowy landscapes, and a fox village all at once! After boarding the bus in the morning, we'll head north to visit Ginzan Onsen, nestled between Miyagi and Yamagata. Stroll freely through a fairytale-like scenery reminiscent of 'Spirited Away' and 'Demon Slayer,' with its 500-year-old hot spring town, snowy wooden ryokans, and gas lamps lining the streets. Afterward, we'll check into Komeya Hotel at Naruko Onsen, where you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the rich, dark 'bijin-yu' (beauty hot spring) and its open-air bath offering views of passing JR trains, followed by a leisurely evening exploring the hot spring town's foot baths and retro shops.

On the second day, after breakfast at the hotel, we'll take a cable car up Mt. Zao to witness the Zao Snow Monsters. Marvel at the magnificent 'ice monsters' formed by Siberian winds and snow, and then head to the Zao Fox Village to interact with fluffy foxes, including Arctic, cross, and red foxes. On the way back, we'll stop at 'Onihira Edo-cho,' a recreated Edo-period street, where you can savor traditional foods like chicken hot pot, soba noodles, and ningyo-yaki before disembarking at Tokyo Station or Shinjuku, concluding the tour. This course offers a condensed yet comprehensive experience of Tohoku's winter charm, packed with snowy scenery, hot springs, foxes, and retro vibes within a short itinerary.

Tour Highlights

✅ Tohoku's Winter Wonders: Snow, Hot Springs & Foxes from Tokyo
This 1-night, 2-day itinerary covers the highlights of Tohoku's winter, departing from Tokyo or Shinjuku and including Ginzan Onsen, Naruko Onsen, Zao Snow Monsters, Zao Fox Village, and Onihira Edo-cho.

✅ Ginzan Onsen: A Fairytale Village Straight Out of a Movie
Walk through a picturesque 500-year-old hot spring town, where wooden ryokans, gas lamps, and snow-covered stone paths evoke scenes from 'Spirited Away' and 'Demon Slayer.'

✅ Naruko Onsen Stay: Indulge in 'Bijin-yu' and Scenic Train Views
Experience the rich, dark 'bijin-yu' (beauty hot spring) at Naruko Onsen's 'Komeya Onsen Hotel.' Enjoy the open-air bath with stunning snowy views and the unique 'train hot spring time' as JR trains pass by.

✅ Witness the Majestic Zao Snow Monsters Up Close
Take a cable car up Mt. Zao for a breathtaking 360° panoramic view of the 'ice monsters' – massive snow-covered trees sculpted by Siberian winds.

✅ Healing Encounters at Zao Fox Village
Get up close with various fox species, including Arctic, cross, and red foxes. Take photos and perhaps even get a chance to hold a baby fox at this heartwarming winter spot.

✅ Step Back in Time at Onihira Edo-cho
On your return journey, visit 'Onihira Edo-cho,' a rest stop recreating an Edo-period town. Sample traditional delicacies like chicken hot pot, soba noodles, and ningyo-yaki to conclude your trip.

Tour Course at a Glance

• Depart from Tokyo Station or Shinjuku
• Stroll through Ginzan Onsen Village
• Check-in and enjoy hot springs at Naruko Onsen 'Komeya Onsen Hotel'
• Depart after hotel breakfast
• View Zao Snow Monsters (Cable car ride)
• Visit Zao Fox Village
• Stop at Onihira Edo-cho for traditional food & rest
• Return to Tokyo Station or Shinjuku, tour ends