Ishinomaki

Ishinomaki (石巻), a city located in Miyagi Prefecture in the Tohoku region of Japan, is situated on the coast and is known for its beautiful beaches, historical landmarks, and rich cultural heritage.

One of the most famous attractions in Ishinomaki is the Ishinomori Manga Museum, which celebrates the life and work of the renowned manga artist Shotaro Ishinomori. The museum features exhibits on the history of manga and anime, as well as a collection of Ishinomori’s original artwork.

For those interested in history, Ishinomaki is home to several important landmarks, including the Oshika Peninsula Stone Buddhas, a collection of 33 ancient Kannon statues and several other stone figures dating back to the 9th century. Visitors can also explore the ruins of Ishinomaki Castle, which was built in the mid-16th century and demolished after the Meiji Restoration.

Ishinomaki is also known for its delicious seafood, particularly oysters and salmon, which can be sampled at the city’s many restaurants and seafood markets. The city was heavily impacted by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami but is making steady progress in its recovery.

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Getting there
1. By Train
2. By Bus
Ishinomori Manga Museum

Getting there

By Train

Direct JR trains connect Sendai with Ishinomaki about twice per hour
Local trains on the JR Senseki Line:
Travel time: 80-90 minutes
Depart from Senseki Line platforms in Sendai Station’s basement
Rapid trains on the JR Senseki-Tohoku Line:
Travel time: About 1 hour
Less frequent than local trains
Depart from Tohoku Line platforms above ground at Sendai Station
One-way fare: 860 yen
Covered by Japan Rail Pass, JR East Tohoku Area Pass, and JR East South Hokkaido Pass

By Bus

Miyagi Kotsu (Miyako) operates 1-2 buses per hour between Sendai and Ishinomaki stations
Travel time: About 75 minutes
One-way fare: 850 yen

Ishinomori Manga Museum

Hours	9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed on Tuesdays.
Admission	Adults: 900 yen Junior high school and high school students: 600 yen Elementary school students: 250 yen
Phone	+81 225-96-5055
Address	2-7 Nakaze, Ishinomaki, Miyagi 986-0823
Official Website	https://www.mangattan.jp/manga/