SENDAI 仙台
Sendai is the capital of Miyagi and the largest city in the Tohoku region. It is known as the "City of Trees," given the large number of Japanese elm trees that line the streets, such as the main thoroughfare of Jozenji-dori and appropriately named Aoba-dori. Consisting of five relatively distinct districts, the city has a population close to one million, reaching 1.6mil in the metro area. Sendai has a decently sized foreign population, in part due to the number of students studying at Tohoku University and other universities in the city. Demographically speaking, Sendai is one of the younger cities in Japan. Historically, the city itself isn't too old either - only being founded in the early 1600s. The city is particularly famous for the famous for the "one-eyed dragon", feudal lord Date Masamune. He and his clan relocated to the area which became Sendai in the 1600s, and lived at Aoba Castle.
A vibrant city, Sendai is well-known in the country for its arts - particularly music, yet the visual arts are also quite popular here as well. There are numerous events throughout the year relating to this fact; whether it be the Jozenji Jazz Festival; Aoba Festival; Michinoku Yosakoi festival; or any of the smaller events held throughout the city by different organizations. Unlike some cities in Japan, Sendai extends to the boarder with Yamagata, meaning you can technically still be in "Sendai" while atop a mountain peak with naught but wildlife around you - so it's important to note some places in the guides might reflect this.
The information below is NOT exhaustive - it's just meant to get you started in the city that is Sendai!
A vibrant city, Sendai is well-known in the country for its arts - particularly music, yet the visual arts are also quite popular here as well. There are numerous events throughout the year relating to this fact; whether it be the Jozenji Jazz Festival; Aoba Festival; Michinoku Yosakoi festival; or any of the smaller events held throughout the city by different organizations. Unlike some cities in Japan, Sendai extends to the boarder with Yamagata, meaning you can technically still be in "Sendai" while atop a mountain peak with naught but wildlife around you - so it's important to note some places in the guides might reflect this.
The information below is NOT exhaustive - it's just meant to get you started in the city that is Sendai!
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Yearly Events
Dontosai Festival: This is the first major festival of the year and it is held on January 14th. It's a traditional New Year's Festival where people bring decorations to be burned in a large bonfire, and pray for good health and good fortune. The most popular venue to hold this festival is at the Osaki Hachiman Shrine, famous for its hadakamairi (men dressed only in loincloths marching to the shrine). Sendai Aoba Matsuri: This festival takes place on the 3rd weekend in May. Originally started to celebrate the completion of Sendai Castle back in the day. There are big red wagon floats, Date Masamune impersonators, and suzume odori dancers. Most of the festival takes place along Jozenji-dori, though the dancers and floats will occasionally pass through Clis Road. Sendai Tanabata Festival: This festival takes place from August 6th to 8th. It celebrates the meeting of the stars Orihime (Vega) and Hikoboshi (Altair). Tanabata is celebrated all over the country, but Sendai's Tanabata Festival is one of the biggest. Enormous paper decorations are hung from bamboo poles along the shopping arcade of Clis Road. There are also fireworks on the evening of August 5th. The Jozenji Street Jazz Festival: This festival is held on the 2nd weekend of September. It brings musicians from all over the world to Miyagi. There are stages all over the city where hundreds of musicians play free shows. If you love music, this festival is a must. Sendai Pageant of Starlight: In December, thousands of lights illuminate the elm trees along Jozenji-dori. If you manage to get there just as they turn on the lights, it's an unforgettable spectacle. There are also food stalls and an ice rink right around Kotodai-koen. |
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Miyagi's Professional Sports Teams
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Rakuten Eagles are the Sendai baseball team. Rakuten became the Pacific League Champions in 2013, and this is the most popular team to cheer for in Miyagi.
They play out of Kobo Miyagi Stadium in Sendai. It's accessible by a 15 min walk from the east exit of Sendai Station or by taking the Senseki Line to Tsutsujigaoka/ Miyaginohara Stations. 
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Vegalta Sendai is the Japan League Division 1 soccer team. You may recognize this name as a combination of the names of 2 stars that meet for the Tanabata Festival (Vega and Altair). Home games are played at Yurtec Stadium near Izumichuo subway station or at Miyagi Stadium in Rifu. Even if you don't watch soccer, the crowd will get you in the mood!
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Sendai 89ers are the local basketball team playing in the Eastern Conference
of the bj league. You can watch their home games at the Sendai Taiikukan (Sendai Gym) near Tomizawa subway station or at Xebio Arena in Nagamachi. Their regular season is from October until the end of April. 
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Teddy's Diner
A popular hamburger restaurant located fairly close to the prefectural office. There's only the owner who works there, so the orders can be a bit slow. Hosoya Sandwich Quite old hamburger restaurant located in Kokubuncho. Opened in 1950, the building reflects it as does the interior. While the hamburgers are small, they're quite well priced and go down like water. Be warned they only make a few hundred per day, and when they sell out, they sell out! |
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HEY
A trendy cafe. Very new style modern, with freshly baked doughnuts on offer alongside other delicious foodstuffs. Be prepared to wait in line if you don't arrive early though! Dogenzaka - 道玄坂 Very retro and very ecclectic cafe not too far removed from Kokubuncho. If old things and the smell of smoke aren't off-putting to you, you're in for quite the visual experience inside. No food is offered, but all coffee is brewed fresh via a siphon and is quite cheap. Flat White Coffee Trendy cafe whose owner lived in New Zealand and Australia for quite some time before returning to Sendai. True to form, the cafe serves a variety of New Zealand dishes alongside its coffee. Victorian Cafe - ヴィクトリアンカフェ Located near Nigatake station, this cafe is everything you could want in a cafe. Superb attention to detail is throughout the place, from the menu's design to the desserts they serve. Keyaki Coffee Located in Oroshimachi, this cafe has quite the modern Japanese feel to it. They offer siphon coffee, along with delicately balanced sweets as well. |
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Rocco Pizza - ピッツェリアろっこ
Small pizzaria located down one of Bunka-dori's many alleyways. Featuring woodfired pizza, this small shop packs quite the punch despite its seemingly tiny appearance. Pizzas are small, but well worth it. |
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Ramen Jiro - ラーメン二郎
The creator of Jiro-kei ramen. People come from all over the country to eat here. Bean sprouts piled high, large slabs of char siu, and plenty of noodles and broth to keep you going. Either bring your appetite or order small if you wish to finish it all! Lines start incredibly early, so be prepared. |
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Slavic Cuisine Alyonka
One of Sendai's sister cities is the Belarusian capital of Minsk. Fittingly, there's a Belarusian restaurant right in the center of Sendai! The owner speaks fluent Belarusian, Russian, Japanese, and some English. The flavour might not be as strong as in the US, Belarus, or Russia yet it's still by far among the best you can find. Definitely recommended if you've never had food from Eastern Europe before and looking to try it. Eggs n' Things If you want true American style pancakes, Eggs n' Things has you covered and thensome. Sporting some of the largest portions this side of the Pacific, you're sure to be full after visiting. There's also other food items on offer as well if you're not wanting a platter of pancakes larger than your head. Lines form early unfortunately, so get here soon! |
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Accepting recommendations
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Rikyu - 利久
A local chain of gyutan restaurants. If you're craving some beef, it's a safe bet to go to the local Rikyu to get your fix. |
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Namaskar
One of the oldest Indian restaurants in Sendai, being in business for almost forty years. Excellent portions, low cost, and superb spicing go to show why it's been in business for quite a while. |
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Accepting recommendations
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Zuihoden - 瑞鳳殿
The grave of Date Masamune and two of his sons. Incredibly ornate, the mausoleum is opened every so many years so visitors can see the even more elaborate interior. There is a small museum showcasing some artifacts and the life of Date Masamune. Saikoji Temple - 西光寺 Located next to Akiu Great Falls, this small temple has a nice local market next to it. In autumn, it becomes quite the beautiful place to visit. Naritasan Temple - 成田山仙台分院 Similar to the Atago Shrine, this temple overlooks Sendai city, this quiet temple is a nice place to come and see the city at night. Rinnoji Temple - 輪王寺 This 15th century temple is relatively unassuming until you go to the back and enter the quite expansive garden. Featuring a large koi pond, pagoda, and various flowers it is a very peaceful and serene location to take a stroll. On the weekends it is possible to attend a meditation service. Shifukuji Temple - 資福時 Known regionally for its massive hydrangea garden, this temple is still quite beautiful even outside of springtime. Saihoji - 西方寺 Located deep in the mountains of Sendai, this temple was secretly founded by members of the former Taira clan after their defeat in the 12th century. The original scroll which was secreted away to the temple's current location still remains and can be observed (though only for a few times per year). A small town surrounds the temple, famous for fried tofu. There is also a five story pagoda on the grounds, surrounded by a nice garden. Daikanmitsuji Temple - 大観密寺 Built in 1991 and originally intended to be part of a religious compound, at the time this was the tallest statue in the world and still ranks as the sixth. Inside is a fully functional temple full of small statues representing the various ills affecting the human condition. Take the elevator to the top, then walk down the stairs to find the appropriate statue for your ill; pray to it, and it should lessen with time....or so the saying goes. |
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Osaki Hachimangu Shrine - 大崎八幡宮
The most well-known shrine in Sendai, it has been featured in not only different travel pamphlets but all kinds of shows and anime. Registered as a national treasure due to its unique architecture, it is a sight to behold. In January, the annual Dontosai Festival draws in a massive crowd, and is an experience to be had. Sakuragaoka Shrine - 櫻岡大神宮 Located in Nishi Park, this shrine was moved to its current location in the mid 1920s. In spring it is surrounded by many cherry trees, and is quite the serene place. There are usually skateboarders out front practicing their tricks, too. Atago Shrine - 仙台愛宕神社 Located atop one of the small mountains surrounding Sendai, the shrine has a spectacular view of downtown. Not only this, it's also home to the largest tengu statues in Japan. Sendai Toshogu Shrine - 仙台東照宮 Founded by Date Masamune himself, this shrine is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu. Famous for its stone lanterns and massive staircase leading to the main shrine, the grounds are also covered with cherry trees which draw quite the crowd in spring. Aoba Shrine - 青葉神社 Dedicated to the man himself, Date Masamune. The object of worship is taken out and paraded through the city during the Aoba Festival, and in autumn the grounds are covered with brilliant crimson trees. Kamo Shrine - 賀茂神社 What makes this shrine stand out are the two massive maple trees flanking the approach to the main shrine. Both are well over two hundred years old, and are designated natural treasures of Miyagi; come autumn, they erupt in glorious crimson splendor. Akiu Shrine - 秋保神社 Famous for its striking white banners leading to the main shrine, each banner has the name of various famous golfers and skaters (plus many other athletes) from around the country in the hopes that the enshrined god will bestow victory upon them in their competitions. Yuzuru Hanyu was known to visit here quite often. Tsubonuma Hachiman Shrine - 坪沼八幡神社 A very old shrine perched atop a hill surrounded by rice fields. In early summer it is one of the spots in the prefecture for firefly watching, and in autumn a place to behold the laden tassels of golden rice in the fields below. The stamps given out at the shrine are also unique, featuring different anime style characters the priest draws - they change once a month, so there's always something new! There's even a domesticated boar on site. Futahashira Shrine - 二柱神社 Dedicated to Izanami and Izanagi, this shrine is said to be good for relationships and marriage. If you're not into looking for love, there are different shrine seals on offer depending on the time of year. |
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Nishi Park - 西公園
As the name suggests, this park is on the western side of Sendai, bordered by the Hirose River. A popular spot for joggers, cyclists, skateboarders, and parents with their children. There's an old train here, along with a viewpoint for the old sewer system of the city. Alongside this, in spring it's the main spot for hanami in the city. Castle Tower Nature Park - 天守閣自然公園 Located in Akiu, this park is known mostly for its world-famous light-up in autumn. Outside of the light-up though, there is a campground and onsen located here as well. Akiu Otaki Botanical Garden - 秋保大滝植物園 Next to Akiu Great Falls is the botanical garden. Featuring local plants, there are all kinds of flowers constantly in bloom throughout the year. Rairai Gorge and Momiji Path - 磊々峡と紅葉の小道 Running through Akiu is Rairai Gorge - a large chasm carved out over hundreds of years by the Natori River as it runs towards the Pacific. Along it are countless Japanese maples, which are illuminated in autumn, making for quite the magical experience. Nishikicho Park - 錦町公園 Located in central Sendai, in spring this park comes to life with cherry trees in full bloom. When the leaves change in autumn, Sendai's Oktoberfest is held here. Other events are held throughout the year as well, ranging from parts of Aoba Festival to hanami stalls. Nanakita Park - 七北田公園 In Izumi-cho is Nanakita Park, home to Yurtec Stadium and the Velgalta Eagles. Quite spacious. Yasoen Garden - 仙台市野草園 Located near the "sky candles" (the three radio/television towers overlooking the city), this natural garden is home to all kinds of flowers and other plants. There is a cafe located on the premises. In autumn the trees turn all shades of red and gold. Kaigan Park In Arahama is Kaigan Park, where you can feed and ride horses! Izumi Botanical Garden - 泉ボタニカルガーデン Located far away from the constant noise of the city, this garden features various types of flowers and even a cafe on site. |
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Cine La Vita - チネ・ラヴィータ
Located behind of Sendai Station in the BiVi mall. It's relatively small, but it does have decent enough screenings available. TOHO Cinemas Sendai The main cinema that most people in Sendai go to. Easily accessible from the station, there's even an IMAX theater inside! Forum Sendai - フォーラム仙台 Not keen on the 'normie' movies shown in other cinemas? Forum only shows independent, old, or relatively esoteric films - all for reasonable prices, too. You have to reserve tickets online if you want to attend a showing, and parking is quite limited; however, it's quite the intimate experience. |
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Ice Rink Sendai - アイスリンク仙台
A quite large skating rink in Izumi-cho. If you've always wanted to learn how to skate, keep up your skills, or have a fun day out here's the place for you! Yagiyama Benyland - 八木山ベニーランド A small amusement park located next to Yagiyama Zoo. There's a few roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, arcade, and a few other rides. It's not bad for a day trip if you also go to the zoo as well. Yagiyama Zoo - 八木山動物公園 A small (in more ways than one) zoo. Despite the size limitations, there's quite a few animals available to be seen - polar bears, red pandas, rhinos, elephants, and tigers; to name a few. A decent day trip if you visit the nearby amusement park as well. Umino-Mori Aquarium - うみの杜水族館 Located right next to Tagajo is Uminomori Aquarium. You can walk from Nakanosakae Station, but there is also a free shuttle bus from the station that takes you directly to the aquarium. Check the internet for the bus schedule before you go. This is the biggest aquarium in Tohoku area, and there are many highlights. Also, they have petting hours called friendly times where you can enjoy interacting with adorable penguins and South America sea lions. Apart from that, you can enjoy a dolphin and sea lion show; a behind the scenes tour; interacting with starfish and sea cucumber; and much more. Aqua Terrace Nishigaoka A small aquarium in Nishigaoka mall. It's more aimed at the experience of water and fish than actively looking at different species, they nonetheless have a few reptiles and even an owl there in addition to different fish. |
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Club Junkbox
One of a number of popular live music venues in Sendai. Located in Forus B2F. Sendai Macana Another popular live music venue, this time right outside Ichibancho station. Live Studio Ripple Located just outside of Nagamachi Ichome station, this is another popular music venue. Tokyo Electron Hall Not necessarily a purely music venue, other events are held here as well - from comedy to ballet. Sendai Mediatheque An all-in-one stop for the arts in a way. Sendai City Library is inside, as is an art gallery and a theater. Talk Net Hall Formerly Sendai's civic center, this building is currently a concert hall holding various musical performances throughout the year. Sendai Darwin Located along Clis Road, this surprisingly spacious live music venue has quite the cast rolling through it at any point in time. Definitely a place to check! Sendai Gigs In Arai is Sendai Gigs, another live music venue. It's located very close to the station, making for some of the easiest access. |
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Mount Taihaku - 太白山
A deceptively steep mountain located near Yagiyama Zoo. It's a good quick hike which offers some nice views of Mount Zao and Sendai city. Futakuchi Pass - 二口峠 Located in Akiu, this pass will take you to Yamagata's famous Yamadera. In the olden days it was one of the main routes over the mountains into Yamagata, before eventually becoming disused once rail became an option in the 19th century. In the 1960s though, the pass was redone for motor traffic though there are still plenty of people who hike it and various trails instead. If you drive, be warned it is a bit of a challenge for first timers. Izumigatake - 泉ヶ丘山 Part of Mount Funagata, this mountain is well known among Sendai residents. Nearly everyone has hiked it at some point, whether as a child or in their later years. It offers just enough challenge for all but the most hardcore, and the view from the top is quite impressive. Also located here are the relatively rare skeleton flowers which bloom in spring. Arahama Kaigan - 荒浜海岸 After the massive seawall was built, it became a bit of a haven for hikers given it allows easy walking/running/biking. |
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Miyagi International Association
Located in north Sendai, the International Association organizes all kinds of events. There are Japanese language classes, cultural exchange events, and much more! Nikka Miyagikyo Distillery Deep in the hills of Sakunami is Nikka Whiskey's Miyagikyo distillery. Here you can not only take a tour to learn more about how whiskey is produced and the steps which are taken to age it, but also sample various whiskey made at the facility. |
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Sendai Literature Museum
Located in Dainohara Park, this museum collects and features books from local authors along with different historical works in order to preserve them for future generations. The building itself is also worth a trip to due to its quite unique layout. Miyagi University of Education Library Looking to improve your Japanese and/or update your knowledge on teaching? The Miyagi University of Education's library is open to the public and will lend books for up to two weeks. Sendai City Library Located along Jozenji-dori, the city library is inside the Mediatheque. Open until 20:00. it's a decent place to stop after work or in the evening if you're looking for some reading time. Tohoku University Library Much like Miyagi University of Education's library, Tohoku University's library is open to the public to browse and rent books from. |
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Given Sendai's extensive range, the towns of Akiu and Sakunami are both parts of the city. This means both onsen area are readily accessible despite being quite far from most other places!
Some notable places; Sakan Located in Akiu, one of the oldest businesses in the world, this inn has been operating for nearly a century. They offer one-day hot spring trips, and the water is quite refreshing if expensive. Hotel Crescent Another Akiu onsen hotel, this modern hotel also offers one-day hot spring trips for a bit lower price than the others in the area. Oyo Ryokan A somewhat modern ryokan along Route 48 in Sakunami. They have a rooftop onsen, and in winter it's incredibly refreshing to experience. Ichinobo A very fancy ryokan in Sakunami. The bathing facilities are very nice, with an alright view from them. |
Clis Road
With a name to make only the most immature among us giggle, this shopping arcade is the throbbing capitalist district in the middle of Sendai. Nearly all of the high-class brands are here, from Rolex to Gucci along with major Japanese retailers such as Mitsukoshi. Other stores dotting along the road include Don Quijote, Kaldi Coffee, and AEON.
AER Sendai
A large skyscraper located next to Sendai Station. Inside you'll find UNIQLO, Maruzen bookstore, Office Vender, and countless other stores.
PARCO Sendai
Located right next to AER is PARCO. Home to a number of clothing stores in addition to restaurants, the building also features Sendai's Pokemon store where you can get your very own plushie of Miyagi's pokemon, Lapras. The Jump Store is also here, where you can get all your Shonen Jump manga items!
EBeanS
Across the road from Sendai Station is EbeanS - the home to all things hobby. There's everything from a cosplay supplier to model shops inside, including Sendai's own Animate. They even old occasional flea markets on the seventh floor! Even more surprising, there's an outdoor restaurant and beer garden on the fifth floor.
LOFT
Located just across from Sendai Station, this large store has multiple levels selling everything from cosmetics to watches, and everything in between.
Sendai Morning Market
Not being outdone by Natori, Sendai has its own 'morning' market. Here you can get all kinds of fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, and fish for reasonable prices. Come early though - otherwise the choice cuts will be had before you get there!
Sendai Izumi Premium Outlets
As the name implies, it's an outlet shopping mall. If you can't stand the prices at the stores along Clis Road, come here to potentially get some nice deals!
THE MALL Nagamachi
An absolutely massive mall next to Nagamachiminami station - containing a movie theatre, most every shop you'd ever need, and a decently sized food court, there's not much you could want for that can't be found here.
IKEA Sendai
Up the road from THE MALL is the local IKEA. While you might not be able to fit everything back onto the subway, delivery is available should you need it.
Ario Sendai + Selva
A shopping mall complex located in Izumi, conveniently located next to the subway station.
Nishigaoka Mall
A smaller mall, located along Route 48 towards Yamagata.
Sendai Station
Despite being a train station, there's a fairly sizable mall both under the main floor and in the attached building. You can get most everything here, from imported foods to five minute haircuts!
Matatabido - またたび堂
Part gallery, part museum, and part store; this place is dedicated to one thing and one thing only - cats! Get all kinds of items related to the fuzzy felines here.
Koseki - コセキ
Opened in 1948, this camera store is still going strong in Sendai. If you're curious about photography, looking to get pictures printed, your camera repaired, or anything similar they have you covered and thensome!
With a name to make only the most immature among us giggle, this shopping arcade is the throbbing capitalist district in the middle of Sendai. Nearly all of the high-class brands are here, from Rolex to Gucci along with major Japanese retailers such as Mitsukoshi. Other stores dotting along the road include Don Quijote, Kaldi Coffee, and AEON.
AER Sendai
A large skyscraper located next to Sendai Station. Inside you'll find UNIQLO, Maruzen bookstore, Office Vender, and countless other stores.
PARCO Sendai
Located right next to AER is PARCO. Home to a number of clothing stores in addition to restaurants, the building also features Sendai's Pokemon store where you can get your very own plushie of Miyagi's pokemon, Lapras. The Jump Store is also here, where you can get all your Shonen Jump manga items!
EBeanS
Across the road from Sendai Station is EbeanS - the home to all things hobby. There's everything from a cosplay supplier to model shops inside, including Sendai's own Animate. They even old occasional flea markets on the seventh floor! Even more surprising, there's an outdoor restaurant and beer garden on the fifth floor.
LOFT
Located just across from Sendai Station, this large store has multiple levels selling everything from cosmetics to watches, and everything in between.
Sendai Morning Market
Not being outdone by Natori, Sendai has its own 'morning' market. Here you can get all kinds of fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, and fish for reasonable prices. Come early though - otherwise the choice cuts will be had before you get there!
Sendai Izumi Premium Outlets
As the name implies, it's an outlet shopping mall. If you can't stand the prices at the stores along Clis Road, come here to potentially get some nice deals!
THE MALL Nagamachi
An absolutely massive mall next to Nagamachiminami station - containing a movie theatre, most every shop you'd ever need, and a decently sized food court, there's not much you could want for that can't be found here.
IKEA Sendai
Up the road from THE MALL is the local IKEA. While you might not be able to fit everything back onto the subway, delivery is available should you need it.
Ario Sendai + Selva
A shopping mall complex located in Izumi, conveniently located next to the subway station.
Nishigaoka Mall
A smaller mall, located along Route 48 towards Yamagata.
Sendai Station
Despite being a train station, there's a fairly sizable mall both under the main floor and in the attached building. You can get most everything here, from imported foods to five minute haircuts!
Matatabido - またたび堂
Part gallery, part museum, and part store; this place is dedicated to one thing and one thing only - cats! Get all kinds of items related to the fuzzy felines here.
Koseki - コセキ
Opened in 1948, this camera store is still going strong in Sendai. If you're curious about photography, looking to get pictures printed, your camera repaired, or anything similar they have you covered and thensome!
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Miyagi Museum of Art
While a small building, the museum itself occasionally boasts some impressive exhibits on display - from the collection of the King of Lichtenstein to collections of some of the big names in the art world. In addition to these traveling collections, the local works on display are also plenty worth seeing - there are many sculptures from artist Churyo Sato, whose artworks dot the city. Shimakawa Art Museum Located in a very modern looking building, this small museum has a variety of artworks on display from artists around the country. Sendai Kaleidoscope Museum A place to bring out your inner child and art fanatic. Located in Akiu, the museum is quite an experience to go through, detailing different aspects of how kaleidoscopes are made and what effects they have. Not only are there various hands-on displays, but all kinds of trippy kaelidoscope action on display. Sasaki Art and Doll Gallery - 佐々木美術館・人形館 A quite surreal private museum in Akiu featuring the works from a local artist. It's not for everyone, but if you're into the surreal, it's a nice place to stop in at after a hot spring trip. |
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3M Sendai City Science Museum
A very hands-on museum, making it perfect for both children and those who want to touch exhibits but never could...until now! Featuring dinosaur bones, mammoth bones, and many other things, it's at least good for an hour or two of your time in the city. Located in Dainohara Park, not far from the literature museum. Sendai City Museum of History & Folklore Located in Tsutsujigaoka Park, this was once the home to the 4th Infantry's 4th Regiment before it was disbanded after WW2. Here you can find exhibits detailing life from the Edo Period to modern times, including some things about the occupational forces in Japan at the end of WW2. Sendai City Museum This museum focuses on Sendai's history from the late Edo Period to modern times, but unlike the previous is more focused on the larger brushstrokes. Inside you can find exhibits on Date Masamune and his family, along with a number of registered cultural treasures. There's even a section on the first Japanese envoy to Rome, who was commissioned by Masamune and sent there from Miyagi. War Reconstruction and Memorial Hall Dedicated to remembering the effects of the Second World War, this museum documents the firebombing raids which occurred across Japan and the eventual rebuilding and city planning. Tohoku University Natural History Museum Detailing both living creatures past and present, this museum - while small - has quite the collection inside. There are also various geological artifacts on display. Tanabata Museum Miss the festivities for Tanabata or looking to learn more about it? You can find them here on display! Kamei Musuem For those interested in entomology, this museum is a must visit spot. There are countless butterflies and other insects on display, including - rather unusually - works of art made entirely from butterfly wings. Anpanman Musuem Japan's beloved and delectable bad guy fighter has his own museum right here in Sendai! Primarily aimed at young children, it's still a museum in its own right. Sendai Observatory Located on the outskirts of the city in Nishigaoka is Sendai's observatory. Here you can learn about the planets, their rotation around the sun and all kinds of other celestial facts. Note it is nearly entirely in Japanese though. |
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