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Date Masamune Equestrian Statue

Aoba Castle? Sendai Castle? Introducing the base of the Sendai domain built by Date Masamune!

About 12 minutes by car from Sendai Station, on Mount Aoba, offering a panoramic view of the city, stood a castle that once ruled Sendai. Built by Date Masamune, the castle known as Aoba Castle has long since disappeared...

Chimon2018.05.23

Sheep

[Katta District, Miyagi Prefecture] "Zao Dairy Center" is a dairy amusement park!.

Zao Dairy Center is a comprehensive dairy farming center with a variety of facilities, including a ranch. It offers a variety of entertainment options, including craft experiences and gourmet food. It's a great place for families to come...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.04.16

Jigokudani Promenade

[Fukiage, Miyagi Prefecture] Onikobe Onsenkyo is a hidden gem! 15m geyser and waterfalls...

It is often said that Miyagi does not have many tourist destinations. However, in reality, there are many lesser-known but attractive places that are just as good as the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

Editorial staffEditorial staff2018.04.11

Kokeshi dolls from Sakunami Onsen

Whisky in a natural hot spring! The hidden charm of Sendai's inner sanctum, Sakunami Onsen! [...

Sakunami Onsen is located about 40 minutes from downtown Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, Sakunami Onsen is not only a hot spring, but also boasts beautiful nature and Japan's leading whiskey...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2018.03.21

Bennyland

Head to the highest subway station in Japan and enjoy Sendai's two major theme parks!

This is a panoramic view of Sendai city. Where do you think the view is from? This is actually a subway station! The highest subway station in Japan! "Yagiyama Zoological Park Station" In Sendai, there are many subways that cross the road...

Chimon2018.03.20

[Pensées] Miyagi Prefecture's two biggest bakeries clash! Who will win the salted bread showdown?! [Bar...

The two major bakeries representing Miyagi Prefecture are "Pensee" and "Basday." If you live in Sendai, you may have been to one of them. They offer unique bakeries themed around Miyagi's specialties.

Chimon2018.03.13

Pageant of Light

Recommended for first-time visitors to Sendai! Enjoy the whole of Sendai with Loople Sendai!

Did you know that even if you're new to Sendai, you can easily enjoy the whole city? The answer is to use the "Loople Sendai." It's a circular route that connects tourist spots in the center of Sendai...

Chimon2018.03.05

Freshly cooked rice

Chewy rice brand "Date Masayume" debuts! [Miyagi Prefecture]

Brand rice has been gaining attention in recent years. Aomori Prefecture's "Aozora no Hekireki," which debuted in 2015, has quickly risen to become a nationally beloved brand. Miyagi Prefecture, a rice-producing region,...

Chimon2018.01.07

Nameto flounder

Celebrate the New Year with Miyagi's New Year's fish, Nametagare!

Namegare flounder is a traditional New Year's Eve tradition in Sendai. While salmon is popular in the Kanto region and yellowtail in the Kansai region, namegare flounder is the beloved New Year's fish in Miyagi Prefecture...

Chimon2017.12.29

Anpanman's New Year's pine decoration

Sendai's New Year's sales are amazing! Get your hands on a luxurious lucky bag in Sendai on the 2nd of January!

When you think of New Year's in Sendai, you think of the first sale! Nowadays, first sales are held all over Japan, but their origins lie in a commercial event held in the Sendai domain during the Edo period! Sendai's first sale...

Chimon2017.12.29

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