Activities Exotic Sendai Yagiyama Zoological Park Giovanni Rattacaso Yagiyama Zoo is a zoo in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. With nearly 150 species of animals and a cheap admission rate, it mak..
Nightlife Ceskoya Beer Pub and Live House Justin Velgus Ceskoya is a beer pub and live house located in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The Czech owner, Lumir, has created an internationa..
Accommodation Higashiyama Hot Spring Town Sarah Chaney Visit the hidden gem of Fukushima, located a short distance out of the main samurai city of Aizuwakamatsu. Accessible by shuttle..
Activities Sendai Waterworks Museum Justin Velgus The Sendai Waterworks Museum showcases the history and technology of the water system of Sendai. Short hiking trails highlight..
Culture Sendai Tanabata Fireworks Festival 2026 Early Aug 16,000 fireworks light up the sky over the Hirose River every August 5th evening. This is the kickoff for 3 days of Tanabata F..
Beauty & Spa Is Food Produced in Fukushima Safe? Sarah Chaney Food safety is a common concern in Fukushima Prefecture after the March 2011 nuclear disaster. Read about my experience touring..
Activities Oku-Nikkawa Campground, Sendai Giovanni Rattacaso The Oku-nikkawa Campground is campground in the mountains outside the center of Sendai City. It is located a 5 minute walk fro..