Sendai travel guide
Sendai Tourism | Sendai Guide
You're Going to Love Sendai
With a population of 1,06 million, Sendai is the largest city in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sendai to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Sendai
If you’re looking for affordable options, ラウンジ＆バー ホライゾン - ウェスティンホテル仙台 (一番町1-9-1) and マンゴツリーカフェ仙台パルコ - 閉店 (中央1-2-3 仙台パルコ9f) are great picks.
When to visit Sendai
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sendai in August, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 28 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -2 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 188 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Sendai, with an average rainfall of 37 mm.
How to Get to Sendai
Plane
When flying to Sendai, you’ll arrive at Sendai (SDJ), which is located 15 km from the city centre.
Train
The train station in Sendai is called Sendai, and is located 1.6 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Sendai is to pick up a car hire from Tokyo, which is about 303 km from Sendai. You’ll find branches of Relax Rent A Car and Alamo, among others, in Tokyo.
Airlines serving Sendai
Where to stay in Sendai
Average rates range from around ₹ 5,538 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 3,322 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sendai Guest House Umebachi and Smile Hotel Sendai Izumi Ic.