Re-appreciate the ferocity of nature and resilient spirit of a coastal community
Tour Duration
2 to 3 hours
Starting From
2500JPY～(with TAX)
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
On March 11, 2011 at 14:46, the powerful earthquake in Japan occurred 70 kilometers off the Pacific coast of the Tohoku Region.Approximately 30 minutes later a devastating tsunami struck the Sanriku Coast.Taro-district is located in the middle of Sanriku Coast A local resident who experienced the disaster in Taro takes you around Taro-district.You are walking through Tsunami struck area including the massive breakwater and Tsunami memorial building Taro-Kanko hotel.You certainly feel the spirit of 'never surrender'.
Tour Highlights:
✔ Learn earthquake from story-teller
walking through Tsunami struck area including the massive breakwater.
✔ Visit tsunami memorial building of Taro-Kanko hotel.
✔ You certainly feel the spirit of 'never surrender'.
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～(with TAX) (※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%
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