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Articles about Sendai and the Tohoku region – travel guides, gyutan food, Matsushima Bay, onsen and day trips.

Matsushima Bay Day Trip from Sendai: Cruises, Zuiganji & Islands (2026)

How to plan a Matsushima Bay day trip from Sendai: sightseeing cruises, Zuiganji temple, the pine islands, costs and a sample itinerary.

A complete Sendai travel guide for first-time visitors covering top sights, gyutan food, day trips, hotels and how to get there from Tokyo.

The top 12 things to do in Sendai for first-time visitors, with costs, timing and how to reach each sight using the Loople bus.

A complete Sendai gyutan guide: what grilled beef tongue is, the best restaurants, prices and how to order this Tohoku specialty like a local.

Where to stay in Sendai: a first-timer guide to the best areas, hotels and onsen ryokan, with prices and booking tips for every budget.