Sendai, the Tōhoku region’s biggest city, attracting more than 20 million tourists each year, is an amazing destination that blends town and countryside, even in its city center. This is why the locals proudly advertise their hometown as the City of Trees (Morio no Miyako, 杜の都). The city, with a good balance of urban and […]
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Embark on a mesmerizing journey into a world of shifting colors and intricate patterns at the Sendai Kaleidoscopes Art Museum (仙台万華鏡美術館). Located in Akiu Onsen Town in Sendai, Japan, this unique destination is one of the few museums in the world dedicated exclusively to the art of the kaleidoscope. Visitors of all ages can explore
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Discover the Rairaikyō Gorge (磊々峡), a spectacular natural attraction in Akiu Onsen town in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. Carved by the Natori River over thousands of years, this scenic gorge offers visitors a scenic walking path, where you can admire dramatic rock formations, lush greenery, and the famously clear river. Whether you are seeking a tranquil
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If you are like us, who love traditional Japanese gardens, afternoon tea in a nice cafe, or even camping, Tenshukaku Natural Park (天守閣自然公園) is a must-visit spot. In autumn, the park is beautifully illuminated, making the visit to Akiu Onsen more worthwhile. Moreover, there are two free foot spas and a public onsen bathhouse for
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Planning a trip to Japan’s vibrant northeast? Sendai, the capital of Miyagi Prefecture and “City of Trees,” offers a fantastic blend of history and modernity. Our comprehensive guide simplifies your logistics! Learn the fastest and easiest ways to reach Sendai from anywhere in Japan, and discover the most efficient public transportation methods to navigate effortlessly
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Are you going to visit Hikone Castle soon? Don’t forget to stop by the Yume Kyobashi Castle Road (夢京橋 キャッスル口一ド), which continues for 350 meters from the castle’s Kyōbashi Bridge. Traditional houses with white walls and black windows lining the sides of the road will almost make you feel like you have slipped back in
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When you visit Sendai, what you can not miss out on is the Sendai Morning Market (仙台朝市). This market began shortly after the WWII air raid and is now filled with stalls selling fresh local produce. The price tags here are so friendly that citizens of other prefectures travel to Sendai for their grocery shopping
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In Sendai, apart from the Sendai Castle, there are a few more spots in the city center where you can overlook the cityscape of the City of Trees. The good news is that two of them are close to Sendai Station, making it easy for us to access these free observation decks!
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When visiting Sendai, a must-see shrine is Osaki Hachimangu Shrine (大崎八幡宮). It is the only place in the Tohōku region that houses a National Treasure. The shrine was erected in 1607 as the guardian shrine of Sendai and carries Date Masamune’s (伊達政宗, the first lord of Sendai Domain) hope of bringing happiness to his subjects.
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Kawagoe is Saitama’s most renowned tourist spot. If it is on your itinerary, having Kura no Machi Ichibangai Street (蔵の街一番街) on your itinerary is a must. The main street in the old Kawagoe warehouse district is where you can find the majority of the Kurazukuri townscape from the Edo period. The street isn’t just about
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