Location: Sendai
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Sendai (仙台市, Sendai-shi, Japanese: [seꜜndai]) is the capital city of Miyagi Prefecture, Japan, the largest city in the Tōhoku region, and the second largest city north of Tokyo. As of 1 August 2017, the city had a population of 1,086,012, and is one of Japan's 20 designated cities. The total area of the city is 786.30 square kilometres (303.59 sq mi).
Restaurants in Sendai
1. Yagiyama Zoological Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By ayakoi619
If your kids can walk by themselves, the place will be good for you because the Zoo locates a mountain. They can run and walk all through the park to see so many animals. The Zoo is not huge place but big enough for young kids and family. Walking shoes recommended. Takes 30 minutes by taxi from near Sendai station. Next to the Zoo has amusement park, too. That is why if your kids have energy to visit there, it will be another fun event for your kids.
2. Zuihoden
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 612 reviews
Reviewed By dutchiedonuts - Toronto, Canada
From Sendai Station you'll be looking at a thirteen minute taxi ride, twenty minute bus ride, or as I did, a thirty to forty minute walk. I do the walk, because it's the things that you might see along the way, what you might miss out on, if you take a cab or bus. Just my personal preference. Part way on your adventure upwards, you'll see a temple off to the left, to the right is a walking path and bathrooms. Go in through the gates of this temple. It's small, but it's really nice. (free) Now for Zuihoden Temple. I believe the entrance fee was around $12. Just be ready for a walk up a good incline. But the scenery while walking up is just amazing. When you get to the steps to start your incline, there is a box with walking sticks, to help with your accent. As you're walking upwards, you'll see huge tall trees that go up forever, on either side of the path/ stairs. There are a lot of places to walk around, with different shrines and temples to see. It is a very calming feeling, when you walk around here. You can also grab a drink at the vending machine, in the parking lot before you go into the grounds, or on your way back down. If you don't mind a bit of walking, I don't think you'll be disappointed. It was simply beautiful to see.
3. Sakunami Onsen
4. Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory Miyagikyo Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 309 reviews
MIYAGIKYO Distillery. The location was selected for whisky production because of its clean air, just the right humidity for storage, and abundant underground water filtered through a layer of peat. In Yoichi, Masataka Taketsuru saw numerous reminders of Scotland, and this convinced him that this should be the home of Japanese Whisky. The Miyagikyo Distillery is also in northern Japan, in Sendai (lat.38 N), Miyagi Prefecture, northern Honshu. Travelling in the area one day, Masataka came upon this site completely enclosed by mountains and sandwiched between two rivers. He immediately knew that this was the perfect site for whisky distilling. Sendai's fresh water, suitable humidity and crisp air produce soft and mild malt.
Reviewed By JustinSendai - Sendai, Japan
This is the second of only two Nikka distilleries in Japan. For over half a century, the brick warehouses tucked away in the mountains of Sakunami have been slow-aging the good stuff. Enjoy a tour, shopping, samples, and whisky bar. The train ride there offers nice views as well.
5. Sendaijo Ato
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4.0 based on 1,043 reviews
Reviewed By 99lanceh - Mackay, Australia
The castle ruins were a nice visit and there’s a great view from the railing. There are shops, vending machines and souvenirs.
6. Rakuten Seimei Park Miyagi
7. Jozenji-dori Avenue
8. Loople Sendai
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By AussieBarbara
The Loople (hop-on, hop-off) one-day pass is a great way to see the attractions of Sendai. We made the mistake of doing it on a Monday, when most of the museums and other attractions are closed.
9. Sendai Station
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4.0 based on 768 reviews
Reviewed By ZenDark30 - Portland, United States
Easily manageable, clean, and welcoming, best describes this JR station. The tourist information center distributes helpful tips. Wandering around are staff in yellow jackets that quickly eyed us as non-Japanese and spoke English to us and directed us to our hotel and a list of nearby restaurants. Although it is smaller than Sapporo or Tokyo stations it has several stores to buy snacks, souvenirs and coffee.
10. Kirin Beer Sendai Factory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
