Sendai Castle Ruins (Aoba Castle)
Aobayama
The hilltop site of Date Masamune's castle, with surviving stone walls, his famous equestrian statue, Gokoku Shrine, and wide views over the city.
HistoryViewsWalking
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Sendai
Explore Sendai's five wards, from downtown arcades and castle history to Akiu's hot springs and the Pacific coast.
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Sendai map
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Map boundary note: Boundaries show official administrative wards.
Recommended places
Jozenji-dori & Ichibancho arcades
Downtown
A zelkova-lined avenue beside Sendai's covered shopping arcades, and the stage for the winter Pageant of Starlight and the Jozenji Streetjazz Festival.
ShoppingFestivalsEvenings
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