Yamagata Temple Risshakuji Temple & Ginzan Onsen Day Tour (Depart from Sendai)

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Price: 220.15 AUD
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Bookings accepted for solo travelers! Guaranteed departure with two or more people on the same day! Enjoy worry-free travel with flexible departures!
Ascend the thousand-step stone staircase of "Yamadera (Risshaku-ji Temple)" for a panoramic view of the stunning Yamagata peaks and experience a place of ascetic practice for peaceful prayer.
Stroll through the dreamy old street of "Ginzan Onsen" and feel the romantic atmosphere of the Showa era and classic anime scenes.
Travel in a comfortable bus/large taxi directly to secluded spots that are difficult to access by public transportation.
Multilingual Taiwanese and Japanese staff provide attentive accompaniment (Chinese/English/Japanese/Korean), overcoming all language barriers.
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Yamadera Temple: Ascend a thousand stone steps to cleanse your worries and soul. Also known as Risshaku-ji Temple, it is a famous spiritual site in Yamagata. It has 1015 stone steps, and legend has it that climbing to the top will eliminate worries and bring inner peace. Along the way, there are historical sites and poets’ verse monuments, making each step of the climb full of cultural significance. Standing on the observation deck, you can overlook the entire Yamagata mountain range and experience a dual purification of the soul and senses.
Ginzan Onsen: Step into a nostalgic hot spring town from an animated scene. Ginzan Onsen, famous as the location for a classic animation, is a rare hot spring town in Japan that retains its Showa-era atmosphere. Wooden inns, sweet shops, and cafes line the stone-paved streets, creating a retro atmosphere. Strolling along the Ginzan River, you can also relax your feet in the free foot bath area and experience the healing power of natural hot spring water. It is recommended to bring your own towel to make the foot bath experience more convenient.
Tarumizu Ruins: A mysterious sacred site of asceticism hidden in the mountains. (If there is time left after visiting Yamadera Temple, we will visit the Tarumizu Ruins.) Located deeper in the mountains behind Yamadera Temple, it is an ancient sacred site full of spiritual energy. It is said to be the place where Jikaku Daishi Ennin, the founder of Yamadera Temple, practiced asceticism. Legend has it that Ennin Daishi was deeply attracted by the solemn scenery of this place and decided to establish a Tendai sect spiritual site here. He secluded himself in the “Ennin’s Lodging Site” cave deep in the rock face to conceive the blueprint for the foundation of Yamadera Temple. Inside the ruins, you can see the torii gate of the Komine Shrine and the Inari Shrine enshrined there. Near the cracks in the rock face, Fudo Myoo is also enshrined. The huge honeycomb-shaped rock walls, which have been eroded by water for many years, combined with the vermilion torii gate and the deep cave, create a breathtaking beauty, making it one of Yamagata Prefecture’s leading scenic energy spots, allowing people to feel the sacred atmosphere of nature and faith intertwined.

Yamagata Yamadera Risshakuji Temple & Ginzan Onsen Day Trip (Departing from Sendai)

Climb a thousand stone steps, gaze at the distant mountains, and experience the most spiritual ancient temple for cultivation, shaped by the mountains.

Even in the non-snow season, you can still stroll along the romantic streets of Taisho in Ginzan Onsen.

Even in the non-snow season, you can still stroll through the romantic old streets of Ginzan Onsen and feel the atmosphere of the Taisho era.

The mysterious energy spot - Tarumi Remains

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Isaac *******

2025/06/01

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Sendai Station Pickup One-Day Tour without Meals

It was a great tour we went up 800 steps to a beautiful temple that had a great view both guides made it up there which was great. We ate some great food and we went to a famous cherry place in Japan then went to a cool onsen

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侯 **

2025/07/15

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Sendai Station Pickup One-Day Tour without Meals

Thank you Tourwave for the thoughtful arrangements that allowed us to smoothly visit the magnificent mountain temples and the dreamy Ginzan Onsen. We also enjoyed authentic and delicious Yamagata soba noodles. The whole trip was comfortable and fulfilling, leaving us with wonderful memories! 😊

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2025/06/04

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Sendai Station Pickup One-Day Tour without Meals

Overall was satisfaction, Azumi was friendly, easy going, knowledgeable with the area. In addition, I love all his suggestioned regarding foods and souvenirs. He really paid attentions to the detail. Thx Azumi, for your hard work 👍

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LEE *********

2025/06/04

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Sendai Station Pickup One-Day Tour without Meals

Thank you for finally being able to visit the Risshakuji Temple that I had been dreaming of. There was also a young man from Australia in the same group. We had a great time interacting with each other. Although our English was not very good, we were still able to communicate. Thank you Ms. Lai and Mr. Tian Yuan. We climbed up the Risshakuji Temple together, walked around Ginzan Onsen together, and shared our shopping experiences and joys. It was a really interesting trip. Although the downside was that my knees and calves were sore for the next few days, it was still a worthwhile trip.

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2026/04/13

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Sendai Station Pickup One-Day Tour without Meals

This itinerary was excellent; I absolutely loved the scenery at Yamadera and highly recommend it. Yama-san's service and the driver were both wonderful and very kind. I'm very grateful for their company. Ginzan Onsen is a charming, historic, and atmospheric spot; it would be even better if one could stay there overnight.

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呂 **

2025/06/16

Fantastic 5.0

Review for: Sendai Station Pickup One-Day Tour without Meals

The two-person tour is very flexible, and the Chinese tour leader, Ms. Lai, is very attentive and polite, highly recommended!

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In order to give you a smoother and safer journey, please be sure to read the following notes carefully:

📍 Reservation and gathering instructions

This trip requires 2 or more people to form a group on the same date. If the number is not reached, we will notify you whether the group is formed at least 7 days before departure and cancel the unformed group order.
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minutes before the gathering time. Late arrival will be considered as no show and no refund will be given.
All important notifications will be sent by Email. Please be sure to check regularly to avoid missing key messages.

🚗 Itinerary and transportation arrangements

This trip is a local one-day tour in Japan. You will participate with other international tourists. Please cooperate with the gathering time and group rhythm.
The car model will be adjusted according to the number of people on the day. Sorry, we cannot specify the car.
**The order of the itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic or weather factors. Please follow the instructions of the accompanying staff. **
The accompanying staff will provide language assistance in Chinese/English/Japanese/Korean, etc. However, we cannot specify the language, please understand.

🧳 Luggage and Participation Eligibility

It is not recommended to bring children under 2 years old or people with limited mobility to participate. This trip does not provide baby seats and barrier-free facilities.
If you need to bring large luggage or need to catch the bus, please indicate it when registering, and we will assist in arranging it according to the situation.

👟 Clothing and Meal Recommendations

It is recommended to wear: light and comfortable clothes and shoes to facilitate walking and taking photos during the trip.
It is recommended to bring: a small handkerchief or towel. Ginzan Onsen Street provides free foot baths, which can be used after soaking your feet.
This trip Lunch time is free, please pay for your own meals and choose your own meals. The staff can provide basic assistance, but if you have allergies or dietary taboos, please be sure to confirm the content and choose carefully.

Yamagata Temple Risshakuji Temple & Ginzan Onsen Day Tour (Depart from Sendai)

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Sendai Station Pickup One-Day Tour without Meals

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