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Exploring the weird and unusual local delicacies of Sendai

Sendai is home to the famous statue of Date Masamune, the Daimyo who founded modern-day Sendai along with these interesting local delicacies.

Due to travel complications on my way back from Sapporo, I was forced to spend a night in Sendai, and that’s when I discovered DiCE.

Known for its awesome samurai museums and delightful local delicacies, Sendai is the place to immerse yourself in Japan’s shogun era.

What truly makes a restaurant authentic? In this article, I review my top 5 most authentic restaurants for Japanese cuisine across Japan!

Having traveled all over Japan, I’ve had my fair share of raw fish from different prefectures. Here are my top 5 best sashimi places in 2024!

Gyutan (not to be confused with gyudon), is a delicacy of Japanese cuisine originating from Sendai, the capital city of Miyagi prefecture.

Nothing beats the feeling of being on top of the world! These 5 observation points in Japan are not only stunning but 100% free to access!

Known as one of the “Three Great Views of Japan,” the city of Matsushima offers some of the most amazing seaside views in the country!

Beyond its vibrant cities and beautiful landscapes, Sendai is a vast prefecture rich in history that dates back to the Edo-Japan period.