Title: Aoba Ward Travel Guide: Best of Aoba Ward, Sendai Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Aoba Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Aoba-Ward-Sendai-Hotels.0-n553248635939578919-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Sendai](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Sendai.d3110.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sendai](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sendai.d3110.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Aoba Ward Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Aoba-Ward.d553248635939578919.Car-Hire-Guide)[Aoba Ward Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Aoba-Ward.d553248635939578919.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Aoba Ward Travel Guide ## Sendai ![Aoba Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/87034377-13d2-4cea-bc0f-4a088d2ffd98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aoba Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/6e82dd69-f443-4bf6-b408-e345d08a7419.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aoba Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/2dfc2fbc-880d-49a3-ae57-86a0e8d9573b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aoba Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/a17f4fa7-f23a-4fbd-9f54-aa50d9fb27bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aoba Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6179184/81eccca3-9c1a-4a1b-a35e-56a7c0e4cd74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Aoba Ward Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sendai travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai.dx3110) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sendai_SendaiInternationalCenter_553248621563235414_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563235414/c21b22ed-1aeb-442d-bfd1-6196e60c780b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sendai International Center Learn about the events happening in Sendai International Center during your trip to Sendai. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-International-Center-Aoba-Ward.d553248621563235414.Attraction) ![Zuihoden Mausoleum in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532776171/915945f2-8b98-41d9-b577-c955506413f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Zuihoden Temple You can study the exhibits at Zuihoden Temple, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zuihoden-Aoba-Ward.d553248621532776171.Attraction) ![Sendai_SendaiMediatheque_6104044_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104044/0eaa3af6-1d29-4bd2-9619-07fcd8474e73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sendai Mediatheque Learn about the local history of Sendai when you spend time at Sendai Mediatheque. Experience the area's festivals and museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Mediatheque-Aoba-Ward.d6104044.Attraction) ![Sendai_TohokuUniversity_6104050_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104050/de00c2d7-ff95-432d-8e06-42094cde1d61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus Walk around the campus at Tohoku Gakuin University Tsuchitoi Campus during your stay in Sendai. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tohoku-Gakuin-University-Tsuchitoi-Campus-Aoba-Ward.d6104050.Attraction) ![Major gate of Sendai Castle; Shutterstock ID 1069909157; purchase_order: SF 06557000; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6104024/074bf54a-058f-4447-84be-97d7aed66d7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aoba Castle Aoba Castle is just one of the places to see in Sendai, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aoba-Castle-Aoba-Ward.d6104024.Attraction) ![Aoba-dori Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/a17f4fa7-f23a-4fbd-9f54-aa50d9fb27bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Aoba-dori Avenue You can enjoy retail therapy at Aoba-dori Avenue during your stay in Sendai. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aoba-Dori-Avenue-Sendai.d6347981.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Shiogama: Food Tour, taste fresh Tuna and Japanese Sweets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48575590/6a12b835-d17d-4721-bf27-2dac32ca49b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shiogama: Food Tour, taste fresh Tuna and Japanese Sweets £92 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shiogama-food-tour.a48575590.activity-details) ![Sendai: Local Foodie Tour, wander around the gourmet town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48580689/23413c12-c19f-4416-a1e1-56367c91a368.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sendai: Local Foodie Tour, wander around the gourmet town £84 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sendai-local-foodie-tour.a48580689.activity-details) ![Local Foodie Tour in Sendai, wander around the gourmet town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48650875/8d3a760a-2f2b-4457-8572-5318b36da22a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Local Foodie Tour in Sendai, wander around the gourmet town £79 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/local-foodie-tour-in-sendai.a48650875.activity-details) [See all activities in Sendai](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sendai.d3110.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Aoba Ward ![Sendai Kokusai Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18356600/18356527/6c6ab00c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sendai Kokusai Hotel 4-6-1 Chuo Sendai Miyagi Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £43 20 Apr - 21 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,697 reviews) Walkable from Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=18356527&PinnedHotelID=18356527&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578919) ![Hotel JAL City Sendai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/78700/78657/a4086a61_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel JAL City Sendai 1-2-12 Kakyoin, Aoba-ku Sendai Miyagi-ken £63 29 Apr - 30 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum & Mall and Mitakisanfudoin ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (693 reviews) The location to the train station was excellent. We stayed only one night and the hotel served our needs. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F04%2F2026&endDate=30%2F04%2F2026&selected=78657&PinnedHotelID=78657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578919) ![Hotel Monte Hermana Sendai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3730000/3729200/3729195/616cc2a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Monte Hermana Sendai 1-2-15 Kakyoin, Aoba-ku Sendai Miyagi-ken £46 27 Apr - 28 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,062 reviews) Very happy with the stay. Its near the Sendai train station, bed is firm and working washing machine/dryer. Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=3729195&PinnedHotelID=3729195&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578919) ![Sotetsu Fresa Inn Sendai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76310000/76304000/76303998/53614c2e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sotetsu Fresa Inn Sendai 4-chome-4-5 Chuo Aoba Ward Sendai Miyagi £39 27 Apr - 28 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=76303998&PinnedHotelID=76303998&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578919) ![Hotel Metropolitan Sendai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/46000/45953/4e0dbfb2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Metropolitan Sendai 1-1-1 Chuo Sendai Miyagi-ken £82 30 Apr - 1 May additional charges may apply Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Friendly staff Excellent location Lot of restaurants and eateries nearby Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F04%2F2026&endDate=01%2F05%2F2026&selected=45953&PinnedHotelID=45953&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578919) ![Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75160000/75157100/75157059/w2874h2155x3y3-85b9453b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Daiwa Roynet Hotel Sendai-nishiguchi PREMIER 3-7-25 Central, Aoba Ward Sendai Miyagi £72 27 Apr - 28 Apr additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (552 reviews) Excellent location, very cleaned and friendly staff Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=75157059&PinnedHotelID=75157059&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578919) [See all 452 properties in Aoba Ward](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635939578919) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Sendai is known as "The City of Forest" for its cityscape with trees to be one important element of the city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007691/a254683c-48ed-4799-a319-d4e1bf31e1d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kokubuncho While you're in Kokubuncho, take in top sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi and jump on the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Kokubuncho.dx553248635976007691) ![Sendai Tanabata Festival at Ichibancho Shopping Street.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976381763/bd4ceb81-a556-410b-bd41-dabcbfcf978c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ichibancho While there might not be top attractions in Ichibancho, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Asaichi Morning Market and Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Ichibancho.dx553248635976381763) ![Sendai Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/939462331099156480/76663d1f-ba0b-4c9e-a2e6-fc32f19a1e30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Sendai While you're in Downtown Sendai, take in top sights like Asaichi Morning Market and jump on the metro at Hirose-dori Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Downtown-Sendai.dx939462331099156480) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aobayama If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aobayama and surrounding area, you can visit Sendai Mediatheque and Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Aobayama.dx553248635974530655) ![Taihaku Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/4bebed03-9445-4707-bf88-913bd2b64b2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Taihaku Ward While you're in Taihaku Ward, take in top sights like Sendai Gymnasium or Benyland, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Nagamachi-Minami Station or Nagamachi Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Taihaku-Ward.dx553248635975438417) ![Izumi Ward](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/a51b92cf-9a7b-45d3-a11f-48b3fff8c162.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Izumi Ward 5/5(1 area review) The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Izumi Ward. Sendai-Izumi Premium Outlets and Spring Valley Izumi Kogen Ski Area are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Izumi-Chuo Station or Yaotome Station to get around the larger area. 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