11. 1 Hour Private Photoshoot in Sendai
· 1 hoursHoliday Travel offers a photography program that takes visitors to some of Sendai’s most popular spots. Led by highly qualified photographers, our program works around your travel schedule, capturing natural and memorable shots. - Available anywhere in Sendai. - The original 100+photo files will be delivered. - Photography can be booked up to 3 days in advance. Please select your preferred shooting location from the Location list and inform us when booking or via Chat. ①Nishi Park ②Nishikicho Park ③Sendai Castle ④Other location (Additional fees will be charged for outlying areas such as Hitome Senbonzakura) ＜Proposal Photography Option＞ Planning a surprise proposal in Sendai? We offer optional proposal photography plans to help capture this special moment. - Plan A: 1-hour proposal photoshoot, 100+ original photo files, and pre-consultation via chat. - Plan B: Includes everything in Plan A, plus a short smartphone video capturing the proposal moment (about 30 seconds).
22. Private Guided Tour to Murayama City from Sendai
· 6 hoursDo you know the town of Murayama? This tour takes you to Murayama City in Yamagata Prefecture, where travelers can experience Japan’s rural landscapes and everyday traditions in an authentic way. Departing from Sendai, the itinerary is carefully balanced to combine scenic travel with meaningful local experiences, without the pace of a full-day tour. Highlights include a traditional boat cruise through the Sannanso rapids of the Mogami River, once a vital transportation route, and a soba lunch that reflects the region’s food culture. The boat cruise fare is included, allowing guests to focus on the experience itself. As a private tour, the itinerary can be customized based on your interests. Optional arrangements may include seasonal nature walks, fruit harvesting experiences, or an iaido experience in Murayama, known as the birthplace of this traditional Japanese martial art. This flexibility makes the tour ideal for travelers seeking a genuine glimpse of rural Japan.
33. Miyagi Sendai Private Tour: Lacquering Experience & Sake Brewery
· 7 hoursDiscover the spirit of Sendai on an immersive afternoon journey blending craft, culture, and tradition. Begin at Jogi Nyorai Saiho‑ji Temple, a serene mountainside sanctuary known for blessings of harmony and good fortune. Enjoy free time to explore and try local favorites such as sankaku‑age or miso‑grilled rice balls. Continue to Kumanodo, where artisans guide you in lacquering your own chopsticks using techniques rooted in Sendai’s historic tansu craftsmanship—your finished piece will be delivered within Japan. Conclude with a rare insider visit to Nakayu Sake Brewery, operating since 1906, to learn the art of sake making and taste distinctive brews not usually accessible to the public. With private transport and an English‑speaking guide throughout, this tour offers a deeper connection to Miyagi’s traditions and the people who preserve them.
44. Yoiakari Sendai Premium Lounge
“Yoikari Sendai” — a fantastical immersive experience that awakens in the night of Sendai. A grand night park unfolds in radiant light, where you wander illuminated paths, lantern in hand. The night of fantasy and immersion begins — right here. At Aobayama Park, the Night Park invites you into vast light attractions, while the Night Walk leads you through Goshikinuma, Naganuma, and the Sendai Castle Ruins ascent path. Together, these two enchanted zones create a world of storytelling and light — a night-time entertainment that lets you step into a living tale of illumination.
55. Private Romantic Waking Tour In Sendai
· 2 hoursSkip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only. An exclusive private tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Why do couples choose Sendai as their romantic getaway destination? Why is the city also known as “the city of trees”? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Have you heard about the beautiful Zuihoden? Why is it loved by couples? What is the most famous historical couple in Japan? Have you heard about the Jozenji Street Jazz Festival? Why is it the favorite festival for couples? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!
66. Matsushima Private Guided Tour
5.0· 19 reviewsI'm Mai, a national licensed tour guide who grew up this region. Let’s enjoy the beauty of Matsushima, see historical places, enjoy local food with a knowledgeable guide!!!! Matsushima is one of Japan's three best scenic places! The bay is famous for about 260 small island covered with pine trees. Matsushima also has been a place of worship, holy and spiritual place. Many temples there has hundreds of years history. You can discover Matsushima more and get recommendation from your guide. the bay around this area is know for having the best seafood in Japan. and Matsushima has many street food. so you can enjoy local food in this tour! this tour stars from sendai and we take a local train to Matsushima (if you stay in Matsushima, we can start the tour Matsushima). Matsushima is a small city so we visit all attractions on foot. in the end we take a local train and go back to Sendai. this tour is private so i can arrange it according to your preferences,
77. Private Bar-hop tour at back alleys in Sendai
5.0· 10 reviews· 4 hoursExperience nightlife places like locals! I'm Mai, a national licensed guide. who is friendly and knowledgeable about this region. I will show you Japanese drinking culture! It’s authentic local experience. There are small bars and izakaya only locals visit in back alleys in Sendai. I will take you to three bars at unique back alleys. I can choose bars depend on your preference like best place for sake, whiskey, local food, meeting locals.. Let’s see how Japanese people enjoy in the night. And I will provide some great conversation and company! It would be nice to discuss many topics over a cup of sake!
88. Sendai Private Vehicle Service with Restaurant Reservation
5.0· 2 reviews· 8 hoursDiscover Sendai (located in Miyagi Prefecture) in comfort and style with a private chartered vehicle tour designed just for you. Whether you’re interested in exploring cultural landmarks, browsing vibrant local markets, or venturing off the beaten path, you can create a fully customized itinerary that suits your pace and interests. For added convenience, take advantage of our optional restaurant reservation service (securing a table at a locally recommended dining spot) tailored to your taste.
99. Sendai Private Customizable Day Tour
5.0· 1 reviews· 6 hoursI’m a licensed tour guide Mai who grew up in Sendai and has many experiences as a tour guide in this city and region. You can find the hidden charm of the city with me!! This tour is fully customizable. Firstly, I'm taking you to some highlights of Sendai city, places you can see people's daily life, some historical places. Then I introduce some local food during the tour and if you like Sake, You can try local sake too. After lunch time, You can choose either Aoba castle Ruin or Rinnoji temple. if you have any other requests, I'm happy to customize the itinerary. Depending on the season, I can also take you to seasonal highlights for example cherry blossom spots in spring. if you are not sure what to choose, I can suggest an itinerary based on your interests. I' happy to tell you places only locals know such as my favorite restaurant, cafe and bars ..and I can shear information about this region. So it will be a good tour if you visit Seindai for the first time.
1010. Yamadera Private Guided Tour from Sendai
5.0· 1 reviews· 5.5 hoursI’m Mai, a nationally licensed tour guide with lots of experience in the Tohoku region. Yamadera is a beautiful temple complex on a mountainside, famous for its breathtaking views from the top. But Yamadera is not only about climbing steps and enjoying the scenery. When you explore Yamadera with me, you’ll discover the hidden stories, long history, and spiritual meanings behind each place. This makes the temple more attractive and your trip much more memorable. The tour starts from Sendai, taking a local train ride to Yamadera. After climbing to the temple, you’ll also get to enjoy delicious local food. If you like hiking, I can also introduce you to longer trails around Yamadera that many tourists don’t know. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to know depth of Japanese culture with a local expert.
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