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With roughly one million inhabitants, Sendai is by far the largest city in the Tohoku Region and one of the country's fifteen largest cities.

The modern city of Sendai was founded around the year 1600 by Date Masamune, one of feudal Japan's most powerful lords. Many of Sendai's tourist attractions are related to Masamune and his family.

Less than an hour northeast of the city center lies the town of Matsushima, whose bay is dotted by pine clad islets and is known for one of Japan's three most scenic views.

Attractions

Central Sendai

Zuihoden Mausoleum (5) Mausoleum of Date Masamune and his family. Rinnoji Temple (4) Date family temple with outstanding garden. Sendai Downtown (1) About attractions in the downtown area. Osaki Hachimangu (6) Beautiful family shrine of the Date clan. Aoba Castle (2) Ruins of the former castle of the Date clan.

Local Specialties and Events

Tanabata Matsuri (7) Summer festival featuring elaborate decorations. Gyutan (Beef Tongue) (3) Most famous dish of Sendai.

Side Trips from Sendai

Matsushima Scenic bay dotted by pine clad islets.

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Orientation

Access and Orientation How to get to and around Sendai. About transportation in Japan

Tours and Packages

Experience Tohoku Tour A 3-day English-language package tour to the relatively untouched northeastern area of Japan, known as Tohoku.

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