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Tohoku Under the Radar~Aerial adventure over northern Japan!
・Private chartered helicopter flights over northern Japan・Never before seen aerial views of scenic landmarks・Cherry blossoms and Autumn colours from a bird's eye view・Fast and convenient access to unseen Japan, just 90 minutes from Tokyo!

Operation Period
Everyday
Time Required
1.5 hours
Number of Participants
1〜5people
Forget seeing Fuji from a bullet train…
Think epic volcanic craters, multi-coloured mountains and dramatic city skylines from a bird’s eye view!
Jump aboard our exclusive heli-tours to rediscover Tohoku, under the radar!
The fastest and most convenient way to see northern Japan.
Enjoy the freedom to fly between multiple scenic landmarks in a matter of minutes.
Be the first to discover new views in far-flung areas, out of reach for the average tourist.
All tours leave from Sendai City, just 90 minutes from Tokyo!
The perfect day-trip or mini-break, off the beaten the path.
Fly solo, or in a group (up to 5 persons).
Choose from the below courses or design your own adventure –
The sky’s the limit!
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PATH 1: SCENIC WONDERLAND MATSUSHIMA
With over 200 tiny islands dotted across a peaceful bay, it’s no wonder why Matsushima Bay is one of Japan’s top scenic views. Take-in 360° views of the entire bay in one glance!
PATH 2: AERIAL CHERRY BLOSSOMS
The ultimate Spring in Japan experience!Why picnic under a tree when you can soar over a pink forest? Tohoku’s cherry blossom season starts a little later than Tokyo and Kyoto, so this is the perfect opportunity if you’ve missed out on seeing blossoms down south. First, take-off over the sprawling metropolis of Tohoku’s capital, Sendai City.
PATH 3: AUTUMN COLOURS OF KURIKOMA
Incredible mountains dominate Japan’s natural landscape, covering 75-80% of the country.In Autumn, the countryside transforms into a fiery palette of golden rice fields and forests of red, yellow and orange. First, take-off over the sprawling metropolis of Tohoku’s capital, Sendai City.
PATH 4: TAILOR-MADE ADVENTURE
Flying by helicopter is the fastest and most convenient way to make the most of your Tohoku adventure! Consult with us to plan the perfect course to suit your interests and travel needs.Take a quick scenic tour, or charter a helicopter for the day as you hop between local highlights!
Experience Program Name | Tohoku Under the Radar~Aerial adventure over northern Japan! |
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Activity Location | PATH 1: Sendai-Matsushima (Miyagi Pref), PATH 2: Sendai-Yamagata (Yamagata Pref), PATH 3: Sendai-Mt. Kurikoma (Miyagi Pref), PATH 4: Order-made flight course |
Operator Name | Tohoku Local Secret Tours |
Telephone Number | +81-22-302-7390 |
URL | https://www.tohoku-local-secret-tours.jp/ |
Time Required | 1.5 hours |
Operation Period | Everyday |
Start Time | Departure time flexible |
Minimum number of participants | 1people |
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Maximum number of participants | 5people |
Reservation Deadline | 30 days before by 0:00 |
Price |
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What is included in the price | > Exclusive private-chartered helicopter ride over natural landmarks > Safety briefing > Insurance | ||||||||
What is not included in the price | > Anything not included in the above 'included' list. | ||||||||
Remarks regarding price | 1) PATH 1: SCENIC WONDERLAND MATSUSHIMA: 750,000 yen per charter (or from 150,000 yen per person) 2) PATH 2: AERIAL CHERRY BLOSSOMS: 700,000 yen per charter (or from 140,000 yen per person) 3) PATH 3: AUTUMN COLOURS OF KURIKOMA: 900,000 yen per charter (or from 180,000 yen per person) 4) PATH 4: TAILOR-MADE ADVENTURE: By Consultation | ||||||||
Method of Payment | Pay in advance with credit card (VISA, AMEX, JCB, Master) | ||||||||
Cancellation Policy | Cancellation Policy Up to three days prior, no cancellation fee. Two days prior: 20% Day before: 30% On the day: 100% |
Meeting Spot | Nippou Koutoudai Nishi Bldg. 7F, 3-11-5 Kokubuncho, Aoba-Ku, Sendai, Miyagi 980-0803 Japan Your guide will be waiting for your at 'Tohoku Local Secret Tour' company office |
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Meeting Time | Please inquiry. Departure time flexible. |
Access | 3-minute walk from Hirosedori subway station (Exit 1 East) OR 10-minute walk from JR Sendai Station |
Parking | Yes Paid parking located nearby. |
Barrier-free Access | No |
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About Guides and Tours | ・Operated by a multi-lingual guide |
About multi-lingual support | Japanese/English/Chinese (Simplified)/Chinese (Traditional) Multi-lingual guide: Japanese, English, Chinese are available. Other languages are available upon request. |