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What to do in Sendai

Areas of Sendai

Downtown Sendai

While you're in Downtown Sendai, take in top sights like Sendai Ginza Street and jump on the metro at Hirose-dori Station to see more of the city.

Aoba Ward

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

Aoba Ward is a destination travellers like for its hot springs, and you might hop aboard the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station or Kita-Yonbancho Station to explore sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi.

Jozenji-dori Avenue in Sendai, Japan. Sendai is known as "The City of Forest" for its cityscape with trees to be one important element of the city

Kokubuncho

While you're in Kokubuncho, take in top sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi and jump on the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station to see more of the city.

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Miyagino Ward

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Miyagino Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

Wakabayashi

When in Wakabayashi and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium or Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kawaramachi Station or Atago-Bashi Station.

Taihaku Ward

While you're in Taihaku Ward, take in top sights like Sendai Gymnasium or Benyland, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nagamachi-Minami Station or Nagamachi Station.

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Yamagata

View of the Matsushima Bay and its famous red bridge, Sendai, Japan

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Obanazawa

Higashine

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sendai worth visiting?

One of the most popular things to do in Sendai is visit Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall. Tick this leading attraction off your to-do list, then discover more of this area's history and nature.

How do I spend a day in Sendai?

Once you've checked off major attractions like Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Yagiyama Zoo, spend the rest of your day discovering Sendai's retail and dining scene.

What is the top tourist attraction in Sendai?

You can't leave without checking out Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall, ranked the top tourist attraction in Sendai.

Is three days enough to stay in Sendai?

You can easily visit top sights like Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall, Yagiyama Zoo and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium with a three-day trip to Sendai. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stick around longer and head to Yamagata.

Is Sendai a walkable city?

Some major attractions in Sendai, such as Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Yagiyama Zoo, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.16 kilometres from central Sendai is Aoba Ward and Ichibancho is 0.97 kilometres away.

What are some activities to do in Sendai with kids?

If you are after tours and attractions for all ages, we've got some excellent ideas for what to do in Sendai with kids.

What to do in Sendai for adults?

Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or outdoor adventurer, there are plenty of things to do in Sendai for adults including Sendai International Centre and Miyagi Prefectural Office.

Are there free things to do in Sendai?

One of the top ways to learn about free things to do in Sendai is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.