the 10th anniversary of the Sanriku Geopark Japan certification
the 5th anniversary of the full opening of the Michinoku Coastal Trail, pre-commemorative
A festival of culture, tradition, and food nurtured by the land of Sanriku
〜Hike MCT and Enjoy GEOPARK!
Hike the Michinoku Coastal Trail and experience the culture of Sanriku!
The diverse climate, local performing arts, and rich culinary culture of the Sanriku region have been nurtured and developed there by the geographical factors of the Sanriku region. The historical culture, traditions, and food of the Sanriku coastline, nurtured by the rich nature where people and nature coexist, is the Geopark itself.
The Michinoku Coastal Trail (MCT), which will celebrate its 5th anniversary next year after its full opening, is a long trail that allows visitors to travel through the Geopark on foot. Hiking along the MCT, you will be able to understand the relationship between the Geoparks and their values and rarity.
The MCT, which allows visitors to experience the charms of Sanriku and its attractions to the fullest, is being promoted both domestically and internationally together with the attraction of Sanriku, and by adding value focusing on the relationship between geo and climate, history, culture, and livelihood, we aim to create momentum to revitalize the region and develop the local economy.
(1) August 5 (Sat) - Excursion Tour
A tour where you can understand the connection between the geography (terrain) and local industries, as well as the relationship between products and traditional arts rooted in the region, and more.
A certified geopark guide will take you through the site and includes a local folk entertainment experience.
1. Hiking: Miyako (limited to 30 people)
2. Cruise: Kamaishi (limited to 20 people)
3. Cuisine: Fudai Village (limited to 30 people)
*Advance registration is required for the tour
(2) August 6 (Sun) - Sanriku Geopark Festival (11:00-15:30)
1. Symposium (starting from 13:00)
2. Stage presentations
3. Various hands-on experiences and workshops
4. Food and drink stalls
Excursion Tour
Hiking: Jodogahama, Miyako, Iwate Prefecture
Place : Jodogahama, Miyako, Iwate Prefecture
Time : August 5, 2023 (Sat)
Price : 3,000 JPY (tax included)
Ticket : To register, email: info@mctgeo.jp
Link : https://mctgeo.jp/
Excursion Tour
Cruise: Kamaishi, Iwate Prefecture
Place : Kamaishi, Iwate Prefecture
Time : August 5, 2023 (Sat)
Price : 5,000 JPY (tax included)
Ticket : To register, email: info@mctgeo.jp
Link : https://mctgeo.jp/
Excursion Tour
Cuisine: Kuji City/Fudai Village, Iwate Prefecture
Place : Kuji City/Fudai Village, Iwate Prefecture
Time : August 5, 2023 (Sat)
Price : 4,000 JPY (tax included)
Ticket : To register, email: info@mctgeo.jp
Link : https://mctgeo.jp/
Sanriku Geopark Festival
Various stage events (keynote speeches, panel discussions, traditional performing arts, workshops and exhibition, etc.)
Place : East Pia Miyako, 1st Floor, Community Exchange Centre
1-1-30 Miyamachi, Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, 027-8501
Access : JR Sanriku Railway Miyako Station
Time : August 6, 2023 (Sun)
Participation is free, no reservation required.
Sanriku Geopark Festival
Food and Drink Stalls and Interactive events
Place : Sanriku Railway Miyako Station Station Plaza
1-1-80 Miyamachi, Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, 027-0076
Access : JR Sanriku Railway Miyako Station
Time : August 6, 2023 (Sun)
Participation is free, no reservation required.
