Ishinomaki
The Manga Trail
Stretching from JR Ishinomaki Station to the Ishinomori Manga Museum, the Ishinomaki Manga Trail is an urban walkway celebrating the legacy of manga legend Shotaro Ishinomori. Along the route, visitors encounter life-sized statues of iconic characters like Kamen Rider and Cyborg 009, as well as surprises hidden on benches, mailboxes, and even manhole covers.
Ishinomori Manga Museum
Located in Ishinomaki, the Ishinomori Manga Museum celebrates the life and works of manga pioneer Shotaro Ishinomori, creator of Cyborg 009 and Kamen Rider. Housed in a futuristic, egg-shaped building designed by Ishinomori himself, the museum features original artwork, immersive 3D exhibits, and interactive displays—including a Kamen Rider transformation zone and animation theatre.
Kadonowaki Elementary School Ruins
Located in Ishinomaki, the Kadonowaki Elementary School Ruins stand as a powerful memorial to the devastation of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. Severely damaged by both flooding and fire—ignited by debris carried inland—the school is the only preserved structure among those razed in the disaster zone. Visitors can view the charred remains from an external walkway and explore exhibits that document the event’s impact, including crushed vehicles, emergency housing units, and personal stories from survivors.
Exterior of the school
School & Staff Rooms
Exhibits
Ishinomaki Minamihama Tsunami Memorial Park
Located in the coastal district of Minamihama, Ishinomaki Minamihama Tsunami Memorial Park honors the lives lost in the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. Once a residential area devastated by waves, fire, and land subsidence, the site has been transformed into a serene space of remembrance and renewal. The park features symbolic elements such as the Memorial Circle, Prayer Space, and the iconic “Ganbaro! Ishinomaki” signboard—a message of encouragement first raised one month after the disaster.
Miyagi Tsunami Memorial Museum
Located within Ishinomaki Minamihama Tsunami Memorial Park, the Miyagi Tsunami Memorial Museum is a powerful space dedicated to preserving the memory of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami. Designed as a circular building with panoramic glass walls, the museum offers immersive exhibits, survivor testimonies, and real footage that emphasize the importance of disaster preparedness. Its architecture reflects the height of the tsunami at its peak—6.9 meters—and its mission is clear: to protect future lives by sharing stories of resilience, loss, and recovery
