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Sendai Shiro

Did the God of Fortune really exist? The Legend of Sendai Shiro! [Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture]

Did you know that Sendai once had a god of fortune? His name was Sendai Shiro. Even today, there is no end to the number of stores that display his picture in hopes of sharing in his blessings. What kind of...

Chimon2017.01.24

Donto Festival: A traditional New Year's event [Miyagi Prefecture]

When the sound of bamboo bursting in the flames echoes through the shrine grounds, the people of Miyagi Prefecture are reminded that a new year has begun. The Matsutaki Festival is held at Osaki Hachimangu Shrine amid the cold air. Dressed in warm clothing,...

Chimon2017.01.16

Wake Up, Girls!

"Wake Up, Girls!" is an idol anime set in Sendai

Wake Up, Girls! is an idol anime set in Sendai. Idol anime generally depicts the glorious image of idols, but Wake Up,...

Chimon2017.01.12

Zao egg pudding

Mori no Mebuki Tamagoya in Zao Town, a famous shop in Miyagi Prefecture, the prefecture of puddings

Did you know that Miyagi Prefecture is one of Japan's leading pudding prefectures? According to a 2014 survey, Miyagi Prefecture ranked second in pudding consumption in the nation. It was the second most pudding-loving prefecture in Japan.

Chimon2016.12.29

Anpanman and children

Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall

The Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall is a new tourist attraction located at the east exit of the ever-growing Sendai Station. It is an experiential museum where children can experience the world of Anpanman...

Chimon2016.12.26

Musubimaru

[Miyagi Prefecture] Recommended Sendai Souvenir! Discover the Charm of Musubimaru, the Local Mascot!

Musubimaru is the local mascot representing Miyagi Prefecture. He is currently the section chief in charge of tourism promotion for Sendai and Miyagi at the Sendai-Miyagi Tourism Campaign Promotion Council Secretariat, but what kind of character is he?.

Chimon2016.12.20

We've gathered together some of Sendai's most popular pancake shops!

Sendai Station has been developing rapidly recently! We've gathered some of the most popular pancake shops in the area! Which pancakes do you like? 38mitsubachi...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2016.12.19

(C) Sense Museum

[Miyagi Prefecture] The first museum in Japan to feature the human senses...

Interactive museums are enjoyable for people of all ages, from small children to the elderly. The Kankaku Museum in Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, is one such experiential museum.

Chimon2016.12.12

Nishikigaoka Hillside Mall

[Miyagi] Nishikigaoka Hillside Mall: A Fun Outlet Mall for Kids

When you think of outlet malls, you probably think of fashion malls for young people, but did you know that Miyagi Prefecture also has an outlet mall for children? It's just a short drive from Sendai Station...

Chimon2016.12.05

Flower Fields

[Miyagi] Enjoy seasonal flower fields from spring to autumn! 3 recommended spots

Introducing a flower garden spot in Miyagi Prefecture where you can experience the four seasons! Photo posted by shi-k (@shizuko1120) at Michinoku Mori-no-Umi National Park...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2016.11.30

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