Sendai, with a population of around 1.5m, is the largest city in the T?hoku Region of Japan and is an important hub for regional business, logistics and transportation. Founded by the samurai Date Masamune in around 1600, the city is also know for its numerous universities, as well as its rich culture and history.
Located just 1hr 40mins from Tokyo on the bullet train, the city is easily accessible by rail or car. The city itself is modern and relaxing, while the surrounding areas offer breathtaking scenery such as the mountains of Zao or the beautiful small islands of Matsushima. The climate is quite temperate for Japan, yet the proximity of the mountains allows visitors to enjoy the beauty of the four seasons, especially the vivid maple leaves in autumn and the snow-capped mountain peaks of winter.
The city is nicknamed the City of Trees, as residents were encouraged to plant trees in their gardens before World War 2, and visitors can still see the zelkova trees that line the streets and parks of the city to this day.
They will find themselves in a region of incredible sights, sounds and tastes in the midst of a city of originality, imagination and hospitality.