This enormous rock stands 40 meters high, and was designated as a national natural monument in 1939. You can get a great view of it on the sightseeing boats that tour the islands of Jodogahama. Address 12-1, Sakikuwagasaki, Miyako TEL 0193-62-3350 (Miyako Jodogahama Boat Cruise) Website Official site Access About 14 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 28 minutes by bicycle) Hours 8:40 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. *Schedule subject to change based on the season Closed Boats only operate Friday-Sunday and on national holidays from mid-March through November *subject to change based on the season Fee/Admission Adults (junior high school and older) 1,400 yen / Children (6 years old - 6th grader) 700 yen / Young children (5 and under) free

Provides information covering all of the Sanriku Fukko National Park as well as regarding walking paths around the facility. Address 32-69 Hitachihamacho, Miyako TEL 0193-65-1690 Website Official site Access About 12 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 21 minutes by bicycle) Hours April - October 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. November - March 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed Over the New Year's Holiday Fee/Admission Free

A monument to the naval battle fought between the shogunate army and the new Meiji government in 1869. The heading is written by Togo Heihachiro. Address 5 Koganji, Miyako TEL N/A Website Official site Access About 8 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 9 minutes by bicycle, or 27 minutes on foot) Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

Opened in 1986, this is the first museum in the world completely dedicated to fisheries. In addition to exhibits of the local sealife that lives around the Miyako Bay, there are hands-on learning exhibits. Address 32-28 Hitachihamacho, Miyako TEL 0193-63-5353 Website Official site Access About 11 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 26 minutes by bicycle) Open 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Doors close at 4:00 p.m.) Closed Mondays (or the following day in the case of a national holiday), over the New Year's Holiday (12/28 - 1/4) Fee/Admission General: 310 yen, Groups: 140 yen per person, Students: 140 yen / Groups: 70 yen per person, High School Students and younger: free *for groups of 20 or more

Fresh seafood is sold here, and visitors can enjoy local cuisine from Miyako at the restaurant. There is also sightseeing information and maps for getting around. Address 1-20 Rinkodori, Miyako TEL 0193-71-3100 Website Official site Access About 8 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 10 minutes by bicycle, or 32 minutes on foot) Hours Farmer's Market: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Restaurant: weedays 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., weekends and holidays 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. *last order is 30 minutes before close, Rest Rooms: open 24 hours a day Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

This shrine is a municiple cultural property, and the Kuromori Kagura that is performed here has been designated as a national important intangible folk culture asset. Address 4-132 Yamaguchi, Iwate TEL N/A Website Official site Access About 12 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 22 minutes by bicycle or about 40 minutes on foot) Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

Here at Nakanohama, a tsunami exceeding 15 meters in height struck during the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami. As a memorial to the disaster, the bathrooms and other areas damaged in the tsunami have been preserved as they were. Address 3-123 Sakiyama, Miyako TEL N/A Website Official site Access About 18 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 42 minutes by bicycle) Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

Sightseeing boat that you take on a 40-minute ride around Miyako Bay. Enjoy a great view of the national natural monuments Candle Rock and Sakiyama Blowhole. Address 32-4 Hitachihamacho, Miyako TEL 0193-62-3350 Website Official site Access About 14 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 23 minutes by bicycle) Open 8:40 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. *Schedule subject to change based on the season Closed Boats only operate Friday-Sunday and on national holidays from mid-March through November *subject to change based on the season Fee/Admission Adults (junior high school and older) 1,400 yen / Children (6 years old - 6th grader) 700 yen / Young children (5 and under) free

A beautiful cave where the sunlight reflects off the surface of the ocean. Ride a Sappa Ship to see inside. Address 32-4 Hitachihamacho, Miyako TEL 0193-63-1327 (Jodogahama Marine House) Website Official site Access About 14 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 24 minutes by bicycle) Open 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed Winter (December - February) Open the rest of the year Fee/Admission 1,500 yen per person

When the northeast wind is blowing at full force and waves are rough, water surges 30 meters high out of this hole. It is designated as a national natural monument. Address Sakikuwagasaki, Miyako TEL N/A Website Official site Access About 19 minutes by car from Miyako Station (42 minutes by bicycle Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

Over a long period of time the waves have eroded this cape forming multiple cave mouths and grottos. This is a breeding ground for black-tailed gulls and Japanese cormorants. Address 18-25 Sakikuwagasaki, Miyako TEL N/A Website Official site Access About 18 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 45 minutes by bicycle) Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

This is the most famous place for scenic beauty in Miyako. The vivid contrast of the white rock face with the green pines against the deep blue sea are just stunning. Address 32 Hitachihamacho, Miyako TEL N/A Website Official site Access About 12 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 29 minutes by bicycle) Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

Exhibit of letters and materials related to Roka Tokutomi, famous author of The Cuckoo. There is also an exhibit dedicated to Kuromori Kagura here. Address 1-3-14 Yamaguchi, Miyako TEL 0193-62-3670 Website Official site Access About 7 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 8 minutes by bicycle, or about 21 minutes on foot) Hours 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed Mondays Closed Closed Mondays Fee/Admission Free

One of Japan's leading fish markets, selling freshly caught fish from the Sanriku area. You can grill and eat what you buy right there. Address 1-1 Satsukicho, Miyako TEL 0193-62-1521 Website Official site Access About 6 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 3 minutes by bicycle, or about 12 minutes on foot) Hours 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Closed Wednesdays Fee/Admission Free

A shine celebrating the legend that Minamoto Yoshitsune took refuge in the north. The noble deeds and armor of Yoshitsune, who headed north from Mt. Kuromoriyama, are said to be buried here. Address 6 Sawada, Miyako TEL N/A Website Official site Access About 6 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 5 minutes by bicycle, or about 21 minutes on foot) Hours 24 hours a day Closed Open every day Fee/Admission Free

Historical shrine founded in the year 680. Said to be where Miyako got its name. Address 2-5-1 Miyacho, Miyako TEL 0193-62-5072 Website Official site Access About 3 minutes from Miyako Station by car (about 3 minutes by bicycle, or about 7 minutes on foot) Open 24 hours a day Closed Open every day Fee/Admission Free

This 160m smokestack was completed at the establishment of the Rasa Industries Ltd. Miyako Plant Refinery. At the time is was called the tallest smokestack in the East. Address 1 Koyamada, Miyako TEL N/A Website N/A Access About 5 minutes by car from Miyako Station, (about 9 minutes by bicycle, or 21 minutes on foot) Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free

Established in 1881. Making squid sembei by hand using the same technique since they started. Visitors can observe and even make their own sembei. Address 11-23-1 Hanawa, Miyako TEL 0193-89-1550 Website Official site Access About 12 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 26 minutes by bicycle) Hours 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed Days closed are shown on the calender on their website Fee/Admission Make your own sembei Adults (high school and older) 500 yen / Children (elementary and junior high school): 200 yen *children that have not started elementary school are not able to participate

This is the only group nesting area of the Band-rumped storm petrel in the Western Pacific, and thus is a protected area that is forbidden to enter. You can view it from the sightseeing boats that tour the islands of Jodogahama. Address Sakikuwagasaki, Miyako TEL 0193-62-3350 Website Official site Access About 20 minutes by car from Miyako (about 42 minutes by bicycle) Hours 8:40 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. *Schedule subject to change based on the season Closed From March to Mid-November boats only operate Friday - Sunday and on national holidays *subject to change based on the season Fee/Admission Adults (junior high school and older) 1,400 yen / Children (6 years old - 6th grader) 700 yen / Young children (5 and under) free

Relics unearthed from the Sakiyama Kaizuka and stratum are displayed here as well as other exhibits including a projected mapping image. There are some Jomon period hands-on activities including one for starting a fire. Address 1-16-1 Sakiyama, Miyako TEL 0193-65-7526 Website Official site Access About 13 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 30 minutes by bicycle) Hours 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Doors close at 4:30 p.m.) Closed Mondays (or the following day in the case of a national holiday), over the New Year's Holiday (12/29 - 1/3), museum arraging days (at the end of each month) Fee/Admission Adults: 200 yen / Groups: 100 yen per person Students: 150 yen / Groups: 80 yen per person High School and under: free *Groups rates are for groups of 10 or more people

Sakiyama Kaizuka Historic Park was designated as a national historic site in 1996. There are reconstructed pit dwellings and other displays here. Address 1-18-2 Sakiyama, Miyako TEL 0193-65-7526 (Sakiyama Kaizuka Jomon Forest Museum) Website Official site Access About 13 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 30 minutes by bicycle) Hours N/A Closed N/A Fee/Admission Free (the museum is free)

This rest house ware rebult the year after the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami. In addition to the restaurant and gift shop there is a observation deck Address 32 Hitachihamacho, Miyako TEL 0193-62-1179 Website Official site Access About 14 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 29 minutes by bicycle) Hours Shop: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Restaurant: 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (weekend and holiday hours are 10:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m.) Closed N/A

This Chinese noodle shop is extremely popular among locals. On weekends and holidays it's common for their to be a long line to get in. Address 1-1-20 Odori, Miyako TEL 0193-62-5607 Website Official site Access About 5 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 2 minutes by bicycle, or about 12 minutes on foot) Hours 10:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. *last order at 7:30 p.m. Closed Tuesdays

This special dish consists of fresh seasonal ingredients from Miyako packed into a milk bottle that you pour out over rice and eat. This is a popular place to try this remarkable meal. Address 2-10 Sakaecho, Miyako TEL 0193-62-3244 Website Official site Access About a 1-minute-walk from Miyako Station Hours 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. / 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Closed Closed Irregularly

Specializes in fresh seafood including the Sanriku and Seafood Meals. The daily lunch special is also quite popular. Address 2-8 Sakaecho, Miyako TEL 0193-62-1383 Website Official site Access About a 1-minute-walk from Miyako Station Hours 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. *last order at 8:30 p.m. Closed Wednesdays

At Kyukamura you can enjoy the glorious sunrise over the ocean and the sublime night view of Jodogahama. There are also various experiential programs available. Address 18-25-3 Sakikuwagasaki, Miyako TEL 0193-62-9911 Website Official site Access About 20 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 45 minutes by bicycle)) Parking Available Check-in / Check-out Check-in: 3:00 p.m. / Check-out: 10:00 a.m. AcceptableCredit Cards JCB、American Express、VISA、Master、NICOS、DC、UC、MUFJ、TS3、Diners、Rakuten Wifi Yes Primaryfacilities Shop, tea lounge, laundromat Nightly rate 8,500 yen per night including breakfast and dinner

This hotel is located at a high elevation with a great view of Jodogahama. You can watch the sunrise from the easternmost area of Honshu from the lobby and guest rooms on the ocean side. Address 32-4 Hitachihamacho, Miyako TEL 0193-62-2321 Website Official site Access About 15 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 24 minutes by bicycle) Parking Available Check-in / Check-out Check-in: 3:00 p.m. / Check-out: 10:00 a.m. AcceptableCredit Cards VISA、MASTER、JCB、AMEX、DINERS、MUFG、UFJ、DC、 NICOS、SAISON、UC、Nissenren、UNIONPAY、Debit Cards、 PayPay、Rakuten Edy、WAOM、nanaco、SUICA、QUICPAY、iD Wifi Yes Primaryfacilities Shop, library lounge, drink corner, bar, karaoke room Nightly rate 5,800 yen per night with no meals / 6,300 yen per night with breakfast and dinner

This hotel is popular for its location with a great panoramic view of Miyako Bay and the delicious fresh seafood throughout the seasons. A convenient place to be your base of operations in enjoying Sanriku. Address 1-1-18 Sokei, Miyako TEL 0193-62-3660 Website Official site Access About 10 minutes by car from Miyako Station Parking Available Check-in / Check-out Check-in: 3:00 p.m. / Check-out: 10:00 a.m. Credit cardaccepted Diner's Club、JCB、VISA、Master card、UC、DC、UFJ NICOS、WeChatPay Wifi Yes Primaryfacilities Shop, lounge, vending machines, smoking room Nightly rate With breakfast: 5,200 yen per night / with breakfast and dinner: 7,200 yen per night

This popular hotel provides free coffee, green tea, and even chazuke. There is a convenience store just a minute from the hotel, making for an appealing location. Address 5-1 Wamimachi, Miyako TEL 0193-63-2001 Website Official site Access About 4 minutes by car from Miyako (about 1 minute by bicycle, or 5 minutes on foot) Parking Available Check-in / Check-out Check-in: 3:00 p.m. / Check-out: 10:00 a.m. Credit cardaccepted VISA、JCB、American Express、Diner'sClub、UC、DC、Master Card Wifi Yes Primaryfacilities Vending machines, laundromat (coin-operated), rental cycles, etc. Nightly rate 5,389 yen per night with no meals or 6,990 yen per night with breakfast

This guest house is located right on a shopping street. No meals are served, but there is a shared kitchen so you can cook your own meals. Address 4-6 Suehirocho, Miyako TEL 0193-77-3710 Website Official site Access About 3 minutes by car from Miyako Station (about 1 minute by bicycle, about 3 minutes on foot) Parking None (there is a paid parking lot nearby) Check-in / Check-out Check-in: 4:00 p.m. / Check-out: 10:00 a.m. Credit cardaccepted None Wifi Yes Primaryfacilities Shared kitchen, washing machine Nightly rate 3,000 yen per night (no meals)