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Vegetarian's Japan Guide

Miyagi Prefecture

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The Top 10 Places to Visit or Stay in Sakunami Onsen

Besides the famous Akiu Onsen, if you are looking to enjoy a hot spring session in Sendai, Sakunami Onsen (作並温泉) is another great option to consider. Although the hot spring town has less exciting things to see and do, the weakly alkaline onsen is gentle on the skin and is nicknamed the Beauty-Making Onsen (美女づくりの湯)!

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Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory: Sendai’s Hidden Gem for Alcohol

If you love whisky and would like to tour around a Japanese whisky factory, jump onto a train and head to Sendai city‘s outskirts and visit Nikka Whisky Sendai Factory (ニッカウヰスキー 宮城峡蒸溜所). The distillery holds factory tours throughout the day to show visitors how their delicious whisky is made. And the best thing is that

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The Best Traditional Japanese Dessert Cafes in Sendai

When you visit Sendai, the capital of the kingdom of the famous samurai, Date Masamune, you will notice that supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes are selling a particular traditional dessert with a creamy light green topping wherever you go. That mysterious light green colored topping can also be found in various types of drinks!

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Sendai Castle – The Throne of Powerful Ruler, Date Masamune

If you are a Japanese history buff, the first attraction you will want to visit once you arrive at Sendai must be the Sendai Castle (仙台城). The castle, situated atop Mt. Aoba or Aobayama in Japanese, was built by Date Masamune (伊達政宗), one of the most famous feudal lords in the late 15th to early

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Saihōji – One of Hanyu Yuzuru’s Favorite Spots in Sendai

Buried deep in the mountain, whether it is in Sendai City or within the Miyagi Prefecture, Saihōji Temple (定義如来 西方寺) is one of the top tourist attractions. It is no wonder Hanyu Yuzuru and his family were willing to visit the temple regularly. The temple, located in the west of Sendai City, can be reached

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Ōsaki Hachimangū – The Magnificent Guardian Shrine of Sendai

When visiting Sendai, a must-see shrine would be the Ōsaki Hachimangū (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 for Sendai and carries Date Masamune’s (伊達政宗, Sendai Domain’s first lord) hope to bring happiness to his subjects. Even

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The Other Scenic Bridges That The Tadami Line Cross

In addition to the eight bridges over the Tadami River, trains on the Tadami Line cross a couple more bridges surrounded by stunning nature. While the photos of those bridges might not be as spectacular as the First Tadami River Bridge, these hidden spots are also loved by photographers. So, we highly recommend expanding your

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The Best Guide to Where to Photo Tadami Line’s Eight Bridges

If you are a rail fan and are looking for a hidden gem for photos of trains with breathtaking scenery in the background, the best train line in Japan is the Tadami Line (只見線) that spans through Fukushima and Niigata Prefectures. It was chosen as Japan’s most scenic local train line and has been gaining

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