Sendai blends samurai history, leafy boulevards, famous local food, and the scenic islands of Matsushima Bay, all within easy reach of Tokyo by Shinkansen. To make planning easy, we have gathered all of our Sendai content into one master guide, linking every travel guide and hotel recommendation we have published for the city and its surroundings.
How to Use This Guide
Begin with the individual guides to decide which sights and day trips appeal most, then turn to the hotel guides to choose a convenient base. The hub post ties the sightseeing together, while the hotel guides break down where to stay by area.
Make the Most of Sendai
About 90 minutes from Tokyo by Shinkansen, Sendai rewards a stay of one to two days. That gives time for the castle and mausoleum, a stroll through the green city centre, and a relaxed half day at Matsushima Bay.
Sendai Travel Guides
- Aoba Castle: Date Masamune’s Hilltop Stronghold
- Zuihoden: The Ornate Mausoleum of Date Masamune
- Matsushima Bay: A Day Trip from Sendai
- Central Sendai: Jozenji-dori and the Arcades
Start with our Sendai Travel Guide hub for an overview.
Where to Stay: Sendai Hotels
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