Location: Sendai
Top Things to do in Sendai
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Sendai, Tohoku
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. Rinnoji Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By Brad_Herbert - Sydney, Australia
Rinno-ji temple and the Japanese Garden is certainly a gem in Sendai. I took the train from Sendai station three stops to Kitayama station and then walked the last 15 minutes. The temple is very tranquil and serene. For 300 yen you can go into the Japanese garden which is a must. The pagoda, whilst relatively new, is such a lovely monument, and complements the pond and gardens beautifully. I had the place to myself and it was a real treat and worth the small effort to get there.
2. Osaki Hachiman Shrine
3. 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.
4. Hirose River
5. AER Lookout Terrace
6. Tsutsujigaoka Park
7. Saihoji Temple
8. Aobayama Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 193 reviews
Reviewed By bariatricrunner - Seattle, United States
This is the site of the old Sendai castle that was demolished by....no I will not tell you. Go visit and read about the history.
9. 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.
