Stories of survival and recovery in Taro Town
Re-appreciate the ferocity of nature and resilient spirit of a coastal community
Tour Duration
2 to 3 hours
Starting From
2500JPY～ (per guest)
Tour Availability
Weekdays
Size
2～10
Highlights
- Listen to stories of survival from the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami
- Take a guided walk along the coastline and see the areas that were damaged by the wave
- Visit the ruins of Taro Kanko Hotel, left as a reminder of the ferocity of nature
- Feel for yourself the resilient spirit of the local community as recovery continues
On March 11, 2011 at 14:46, a powerful earthquake struck 70 kilometers off the Pacific coast of the Tohoku Region in north eastern Japan. Approximately 30 minutes later a devastating tsunami inundated the Sanriku Coast. Taro town is located in the middle of the Sanriku Coastline. Take a guided walk around the disaster affected area with a local survivor of the earthquake and tsunami. Walk along the massive breakwater wall and ruins of the Taro-Kanko hotel, preserved as a memorial site.
Reflect on the ferocity of nature, importance of disaster prevention, and resilience of a community undefeated.
OUTLINE
What’s Included
-English-speaking guide-Insurance
Not included
-Anything not included in the above 'included' list.MEETING PLACE
TOUR COURSE
- 13:00-14:30
Meet your local guide and take a walk through the disaster affected area of Taro town, listening to stories of survival and recovery.
TOUR DETAILS
- Where
- Sanriku-line Tarō Station
- Time
- 2 to 3 hours
- Size
- 2～10
- Price
- 2500JPY～ (per guest) (※approx. 25 USD)
- Sign-up Deadline
- Reservations accepted up to two weeks prior to tour.
- Cancellation Policy
- The cancellation fee will be required in accordance with the policy below.Up to three days prior, no cancellation fee.Two days prior: 20% Day before: 30% On the day: 100%
