- Welcome to the clean, green and sloping city of Sendai in Miyagi prefecture. With its hilly terrain and a cosy atmosphere tucked between the mountains of Miyagi and the Pacific Ocean, it should be on everyone’s itinerary. Known as ‘the city of trees’, it lives up to this with an abundance of trees covering the city and lining roads. With a laid-back and friendly atmosphere, it is a great place for all the family. With an easy-to-use and tourist friendlAy transportation system, which is both in Japanese and English, it makes it incredibly easy to get around. Not forgetting the 2 day pass which includes unlimited travel around the area on train, subway and bus for a very reasonable 2,600yen!
- You can see the image movie of Sendai.
- Scenery, History, Experience
- It takes only an hour and a half from Tokyo to Sendai by Shinkansen Super Express. You can enjoy the spectacularly beautiful sceneries of the Tohoku region whilst arriving in Sendai in almost no time at all. Great access to a multitude of tourist spots is one of the reasons why more and more tourists have had an unforgettable experience throughout their visit.
Under the theme of relaxation, we will focus on tourist spots you can relax in, where you can participate in activities like sightseeing, visiting hot springs and eating delicious gourmet food. You will be astonished at the amount of amazing places where you can relax and unwind! Furthermore, these places are perfect for those who are looking for an authentic Japanese experience! Sendai also has a wide variety of typical Japanese style scenery.
Rows of Cherry Blossom Trees
This is one of the most beautiful seasons in the 'City of Trees'. Especially from spring to summer, when the brightly colored new green leaves begin to sprout.
Japan is often associated with the cherry blossom tree, however, how many people have seen more than 1000 cherry blossom trees lining the roadside?
The 'Ogawara' region is a place where you can see more than 1000 cherry blossom trees in full bloom along the riverside! The view of the magnificent cherry blossom trees will surely make a great addition to your photo album. The origin of the place name 'Hitome Senbon Sakura' came from the fact that 1000 sakura trees could be seen in a single glance.
Aoba Castle
Aoba Castle was built on the summit of the pathway to Sendai. It is very popular with tourists and tourists can take in the spectacular view of the whole city. The castle was built by the Lord Date Masamune on a solid foundation 115 meters above sea level. Although the original building burnt down, some sections of the building and the stone wall still remain intact and are now preserved as historical monuments. Therefore it is still possible to appreciate the site's former magnificence. Get a glimpse into Sendai's history whist taking in the beautiful surroundings.
As the path to Aoba Castle is quite steep, the Loople Sendai Bus is the most convenient form of transportation to get around. The site is the perfect spot to start sightseeing due to the close proximity to the city.
- City Sightseeing-Sendai Science Museum
- Enjoy hands-on facilities and exhibition rooms that are divided into three different themes, 'natural history,' 'science and engineering' and 'life systems.' One of the museum's best features is the many various facilities that encourage you learn by doing, such as the flight simulator or the eco experience corner. It is a science pavilion that is tailored to those who seek an interactive experience.
- Countryside Experience
- Jozenji-dori Avenue is a symbol of the 'City of Trees.' You will feel relaxed simply by taking a stroll down this street beneath the thick canopy of green leaves. This tourist spot said to symbolize Sendai is located at the center of Jozenji-dori Avenue. Even in the city, you will be amazed by how good it feels to take a deep breath! The spring and summer air is particularly refreshing. If you have time, try taking a train out to the suburbs for a walk to relax and stretch your legs, and take in the lush green scenery.
- Relax in Akiu Hotspring
- Northern Japan can claim up to three famed hot springs and the ancient, soothing waters of the spring combined with the smoothness of the water, contributes to their popularity. The hot water of these springs, or onsens, are meant to relax your body, but may also assist in the relief of illnesses such as acute nerve pain and digestional disorders.
In Japan, since ancient times until this very day, many people make a special trip to experience an onsen. If you just enter the onsen for a moment, feeling the release of your tension and fatigue, you'll certainly agree that this is where you should go the next time you feel tired. - Healing Splash of Akiu Waterfall
- Akiu is famous for its hot springs, but also for its gigantic waterfall. The huge Akiu waterfall is 6 meters wide and 55 meters high and considered to be one of the 3 major waterfalls in Japan. Visitors can experience the waterfall up close. Although the waterfall is certainly spectacularly beautiful to see, it is also perfect for cooling down due to the spray from the waterfall which lowers the surrounding air temperature. It is highly recommended to those who would like to experience the vitality of nature.
