【Overview of town of Zao】 The town of Zao is located in the Southwest of Miyagi prefecture and has many exciting leisure facilities, in addition to being a site where one can experience the beautiful nature and atmosphere of Japan. The town has the "Toogatta Hot Springs" at the foot of the Mt. Zao range, the "Zao Echoline Drive" and "the Highline Drive" driving courses, as well as some fabulous cuisine, utilizing byproducts of the clear mountain stream, and the history of Zao. More importantly, Zao is widely popular as a Mecca of winter sports. Looking over the Miyagi prefecture above the clouds is one of the most unique attractions in Zao. Please come and visit Zao. Something you had forgotten will probably be brought back to memory! 【For further information, contact the following】 Telephone No.: 81-224-33-2215(Commerce, Industry and Tourism Section, Zao Municipal Office) E-mail:zaokan@crocus.ocn.ne.jp Web site: http://www.zao-machi.com/ 【Access】 Public Transportation: Approximately 70 minutes from Sendai to the Toogatta Hot Springs by bus. Approximately 50 minutes from Sendai station to Shiroishi station via the JR Tohoku Honsen Line, and then approximately 40 minutes to the Toogatta Hot Springs by bus. Car:Approximately 30 minutes from the Shiroishi IC of Tohoku Expressway.