11 Culture Funaoka Castle Park, Miyagi Takako Sakamoto Located 30 minutes from JR Sendai Station, Funaoka Castle Park is famous for its cherry trees and views of Mt. Zao, and 1,000 cherry..
Food 38mitsubachi Laura Welch Join the latest Japanese food trend - pancakes! This specialized cafe offers both sweet and savory options, made with buttermilk..
Culture Exploring Zuihoden Laura Welch A beautiful monument to mark the resting place of Sendai's founder, Date Masamune, surrounded by nature that marks the passing..
Food Kourakuen Ramen Laura Welch A ramen chain with its root in the Tohoku area that offers low prices and a pleasant atmosphere.
Transportation JR Naruko-Onsen Station Justin Velgus JR Naruko-Onsen Station is accessed by the Rikuu East Line. It is a local hang out spot thanks to its lounge facilities and ho..
11 Culture Michinoku Park Rebecca Daum Michinoku Park has beautiful scenery, flowers, boating, and historical houses. It is a great place for a picnic or to spend the..
Activities Fire Prevention Festival Justin Velgus The Fire Prevention Festival in Shiogama is held every year on March 10th. It features a parade of people in traditional shrine..
Food Ojou Japanese Home Cooking Laura Welch Ojou is Japanese home-style cooking with restaurant presentation, and none of the washing-up afterwards!