Discover Sendai
Sendai, the largest city in Japan's northern Tohoku region, offers a refreshing change of pace from the bustling capital. As a city rich in history and culture, Sendai boasts numerous fascinating temples and museums, providing an insight into the region's heritage. The city is also a shopper's paradise, with a variety of shopping districts catering to all tastes. From modern malls to traditional markets, you'll find plenty to explore and discover.
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Getting around in Sendai
The best way to get around in Sendai is by public transportation. Sendai has a lot of options to get around by train or bus including discounted tickets for a specified duration. Alternatively, you can get to most sights on foot.
Please check below for a list of discounted passes to get around in Sendai:
- Loople Sendai Tourist Bus 1-Day Pass
- Coverage: most touristic attractions in Sendai
- Duration: 1 day
- Price: 630 Yen
- Where to buy: information booth at Sendai Station
- Sendai Area Pass
- Coverage: all subway lines, city buses, JR trains and Loople Buses within Sendai (only available for foreign tourists)
- Duration: 1 day
- Price: 1320
- Where to buy: Sendai Station
- Sendai Marugoto Pass
- Coverage: all subway lines, city buses, JR trains and Loople Buses within Sendai
- Duration: 2 days
- Price: 2720 Yen
- Where to buy: all train stations within Sendai
Getting to Sendai
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Nearest Airport:
The nearest and most convenient airport is Yamagata airport.
- by car: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
- by public transport: approximately 2 hours
How long to stay in Sendai
We recommend staying here for about one day.
Hotels in Sendai
Flights to Sendai
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Day trips from Sendai
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