Michinoku Coastal Trail Area Activities: Matsukawaura Hamayaki BBQ

Experience the charm of Matsukawaura through a hands-on Hamayaki BBQ, where you’ll grill freshly caught seafood over charcoal. Set in a peaceful coastal town along the Michinoku Coastal Trail, this activity brings you closer to the local way of life. Stay in a traditional ryokan and enjoy the warmth and hospitality of a community proud to share its traditions.

More than just a meal, this tour offers a chance to hear real stories from residents who have rebuilt their lives after the 2011 tsunami. Their strength and hope offer powerful lessons about resilience and the importance of community. It’s a thoughtful experience that encourages reflection and a deeper connection to both people and place.

What’s Covered

• One night twin-share stay at a local ryokan

• Breakfast at the ryokan

• Hamayaki BBQ seafood dinner experience

What’s Extra

• English interpreter guide

• Any personal expenses not listed above

Good to Know

• A valid passport or ID must be shown upon arrival

• This is a group tour and may include other participants

• Minimum of 5 and maximum of 15 participants per group

• Only guests aged 12 and above may join this experience

• Twin-shared rooms will be arranged at one of local ryokans or hotels

• Tour includes Japanese-language support; English guide available at extra cost

• Full cancellation fee applies for no-shows or cancellations after the tour begins

• The tour is a 2-day experience including one overnight stay

Related Read: The Ultimate Guide to Authentic Ryokan Stays in Japan