Want to experience the best that Sendai has to offer at night? Our tours will take you into the deepest heart of Sendai and beyond. Choose your own adventure. Sushi, sake, and revelry? The finest seasonal fruit cocktails? A cursed snack that never shows in online searches? Little 7-seater hole-in-the-wall mom-and-pop izakaya? Regional culinary treasures? Everything is on the menu. What makes us unique: We have taste. You're in Japan, you're excited, and you'll have fun no matter where you go. But we've been eating and drinking in Sendai for years. We'll only take you to the few venues that we're personally in love with ourselves. Close relationships with venues. Japan has a problem with over-tourism. We work such that you get the best possible experience while keeping in harmony with the establishments on our tours. Exclusive Access. We take you to legendary venues that are closed to tourists, don't show up on maps, and are members-only. No other tours of Sendai offer this.
Tour of Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery & Tasting by Taxi
Enjoy a whisky tasting at Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distiller and great experience to get up close with the entire whisky production process. This tour is you can truly enjoy the full of whisky. Enjoy shopping at Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Museum Conveniently depart from Sendai Station. On the way to the distillery, stop by Osaki Hachimangu, a national treasure.
Join us on a walking foodie tour in Sendai (Miyagi Prefecture), the largest city in Tohoku region. Sendai is renowned for its diverse culinary offerings, featuring a wide variety of delicious local dishes such as Gyutan (grilled beef tongue), Zunda (sweetened edamame paste), and fresh seafood from the nearby coast. Let's take a stroll around Sendai and savor the delicious local cuisine! Be sure to skip the breakfast, we'll stop at least 5 shops or restaurants to full your belly. We have several lunch options to cater to your preferences.
A delicious and exhilarating course that traces the richness of Akio's food culture with the theme of “terroir”, which combines terroir (climate, climate, and people's activities) and mariage (pairing of food and alcohol). At the end of the tour is a special course lunch of the chef ♪
Local Food Tour in Shiogama, Japan Top Tuna and Sushi Town
You can explore Shiogama City, boasting one of Japan's largest catches of fresh tuna, as well as its rich traditional culture as a gateway town to Shiogama Shrine. This is the walking tour and you can wander around Shiogama City on foot and by bus, enjoying various local delicacies. In Shiogama Fish Market, Japan's top port for fresh tuna catches, you'll enjoy a seafood bowl with your favorite ingredients, be sure to skip your breakfast to enjoy. We'll stroll through the traditional streets of Shiogama, savoring delicious Japanese sweets and side dishes. Also we explore shrines include Shiogama Shrine, said to be the oldest in the Tohoku region. Enjoy sake tasting at Urakasumi Sake Brewery, renowned for its classic and elegant brews.
This tour will depart from the meetup location at the Naruko Nature Center in Naruko at 1:00 pm. You will meet with your guide and start the 3.5 hour cycling tour to find something unique in Naruko onsen. Ride through some onsen towns in Naruko, a farming village and the beautiful Satoyama scenery will come insight, rice field surrounded by mountains, grass roof traditional house, traditional small onsen ryokans. The tour also includes 2 unique cultural experiences such as Kuri Dango local sweet making workshop and Kokeshi local wood craft making. Feel the lives locals wile biking around a 13km route.
Journey to the Ancient Northern Heart Roots of Japan
This tour commemorates the 1300th anniversary of Tagajo's founding, offering a rich experience of ancient Japanese culture. Activities include a visit to the Tohoku History Museum, a special lunch featuring ancient rice, shell painting, and trying on aristocratic attire from the ancient era. Additionally, participants can enjoy a dinner inspired by Nara-period court cuisine. It's a perfect tour for those interested in history and culture, offering a full day of engaging experiences.
Half Day Tour in Sendai Retro Alleyways and Specialty Foods
Walk through Sendai’s retro yokocho alleyways and busy shopping districts while tasting local delights along the way. This afternoon tour will take your tastebuds on a vast adventure. You can eat your way through the bustling shopping centers of Sendai while learning all about the history of the area as well as the delicacies of the Miyagi prefecture. The tour is perfect for serious cuisine connoisseurs and casual foodies alike! You will be able to try fresh seafood, a delectable beef-tongue meal, specialty desserts, and even take a stroll through the historic yokocho while your guide provides you with relevant history and fun facts. These are unique flavors to Sendai that you don’t want to miss, so come hungry!
Making Zunda-mochi Experience, Japanese's mother cooking class
In Sendai, the largest city in Tohoku region. This tour provided the experience of cooking Zenda-mochi class at local mother's home. What is Zunda-mochi? -“It is a famous specialty of Miyagi Prefecture and the Tohoku region. The paste is made by boiling, mashing, and sweetening young green soybeans (edamame). It has a unique, slightly chunky texture and a refreshing sweetness.
Savour the flavors of Sendai on this private, fully customizable food tour led by your government-licensed local guide. The capital of Miyagi is famous for gyutan (charcoal-grilled beef tongue), and your guide will lead you to the best spots to try this regional specialty. Begin at the lively Sendai Asaichi morning market, where stalls overflow with fresh seafood, seasonal produce and ready-to-eat treats. Climb to the hilltop ruins of Aoba Castle for sweeping city views and tales of the samurai lord Date Masamune, then explore the covered Clis Road arcade in the buzzing downtown, lined with restaurants and izakaya. Because this is a private tour for your group only, the pace and the stops are entirely up to you. Tell your guide your tastes and dietary needs and they will tailor the day around them. Whether you crave thick-cut gyutan, fresh sashimi or sweet zunda made from edamame, you will eat like a local and leave with a deeper feel for Sendai's food culture and history.
Sendai Zao Sake Brewery and Traditional Lunch with Bar Crawl Tour
Discover the flavors and traditions of Miyagi on this full-day tour from Sendai. Enjoy a traditional lunch featuring Shiroishi Umen, a local noodle specialty with over 400 years of history, before visiting Zao Sake Brewery for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour and premium sake tasting. In the evening, explore Sendai's nostalgic Yokocho alleyways on a guided bar-hopping experience, where you'll discover the city's vibrant local nightlife. Travel comfortably throughout the day in a private air-conditioned vehicle. - Duration: 7 hours and 30 minutes of cultural exploration - Includes lunch at Tsurigane-an and a guided tour of Zao Sake Brewery - Nightlife experience with bar hopping in Sendai's hidden alleyways - Transport provided from Sendai Station in an air-conditioned vehicle
Sendai Last Day to Airport Fruit Picking Seafood and Shopping
Enjoy a smooth and seamless journey from Sendai Station to Sendai Airport on this convenient day tour designed for a stress-free departure. Travel comfortably with your heavy luggage safely stored on the bus, freeing you from the hassle of carrying bags around. Experience the very best of Miyagi: harvest fresh, sun-ripened seasonal fruits, savor delicious local gourmet flavors until the very last minute, and enjoy last-minute shopping at Aeon Mall Natori before heading directly to the airport. Highlights Hassle-Free Airport Transfer: Travel easily from Sendai Station to Sendai Airport with your heavy luggage safely stored on the bus. Seasonal Fruit Picking: Harvest and taste fresh, sun-ripened seasonal fruits straight from the orchard. Miyagi Local Cuisine: Savor mouthwatering local specialties and fresh seafood right up until your departure. Last-Minute Shopping Spree: Stock up on souvenirs, Japanese snacks, and cosmetics at Aeon Mall Natori before your flight.