Title: Wakabayashi Travel Guide: Best of Wakabayashi, Sendai Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Wakabayashi](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakabayashi-Hotels.d553248635976395083.Travel-Guide-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)[Wakabayashi Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Wakabayashi.d553248635976395083.Car-Hire-Guide)[Wakabayashi Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wakabayashi.d553248635976395083.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Wakabayashi Travel Guide ## Sendai ![下飯田薬師堂 Yakushidō of Shimo-īda](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976395083/617ecbfd-7578-4e4c-aa0e-1f004d38ad8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976395083/617ecbfd-7578-4e4c-aa0e-1f004d38ad8f.jpg) by [Arui Kashiwagi](https://www.panoramio.com/user/7000481?with_photo_id=74230203) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![下飯田薬師堂 Yakushidō of Shimo-īda](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976395083/617ecbfd-7578-4e4c-aa0e-1f004d38ad8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976395083/617ecbfd-7578-4e4c-aa0e-1f004d38ad8f.jpg) by [Arui Kashiwagi](https://www.panoramio.com/user/7000481?with_photo_id=74230203) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ## Visit Wakabayashi 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) ![Sendai_SendaiIzumiPremiumOutlets_553248621582428164_11](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621582428164/b864d9fe-6d05-45f0-9947-829171533b67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sendai-Izumi Premium Outlets During your trip to Sendai, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sendai-Izumi Premium Outlets. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Izumi-Premium-Outlets-Izumi-Ward.d553248621582428164.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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ### 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 £83 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) ![ Romantic Tour In Sendai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3355440/2b332965-98ba-45a6-9da3-ff1125759ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Romantic Waking Tour In Sendai £488 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-romantic-waking-tour-in-sendai.a3355440.activity-details) ![ The Best Of Sendai Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3355447/d5ae7a96-3d9b-440d-9a4c-74e7869376e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Best Of Sendai Private Walking Tour £488 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-best-of-sendai-private-walking-tour.a3355447.activity-details) ![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) [See all activities in Sendai](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sendai.d3110.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Wakabayashi ![Holiday Inn ANA Sendai by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/795100/795075/a09e1a35_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn ANA Sendai by IHG 1-4-1 Shintera Wakabayasi Ku Sendai Miyagi-ken £49 1 Mar - 2 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (695 reviews) Staff really helpful with all requests Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=795075&PinnedHotelID=795075&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395083) ![The Hotel Route-Inn Sendai Higashi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25790000/25780800/25780778/f5853387_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Hotel Route-Inn Sendai Higashi 1-60 Rokuchonomenishimachi Sendai Miyagi £76 2 Mar - 3 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Sekisui Heim Super Arena and Kanezaki Sasakama Hall are ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (442 reviews) 服務人員友善 Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=25780778&PinnedHotelID=25780778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395083) ![Sendai Kokusai Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18360000/18356600/18356527/309aa750_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sendai Kokusai Hotel 4-6-1 Chuo Sendai Miyagi £37 10 Mar - 11 Mar 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. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,694 reviews) Good hotel for the price, and relatively close to Sendai station and downtown Sendai. However, you could tell that the rooms needed a good refurbishing. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=18356527&PinnedHotelID=18356527&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395083) ![Hotel JAL City Sendai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/78700/78657/157d56bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel JAL City Sendai 1-2-12 Kakyoin, Aoba-ku Sendai Miyagi-ken £58 10 Feb - 11 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Mitakisanfudoin and Sendai Anpanman Children's Museum ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (644 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=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=78657&PinnedHotelID=78657&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395083) ![The OneFive Sendai](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100965700/100965697/df69ec3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The OneFive Sendai 4-6-28 Tsutsujigaoka, Miyagino-ku Sendai Miyagi £26 15 Feb - 16 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Asaichi Morning Market and Sendai Sunplaza ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (597 reviews) Clean, convenient location, nice staff. Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=100965697&PinnedHotelID=100965697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395083) ![APA Hotel TKP Sendai-Ekikita](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27730000/27728700/27728617/776f56e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### APA Hotel TKP Sendai-Ekikita 201-1 Nakakecho, Miyagino-ku Sendai Miyagi £40 15 Feb - 16 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Sendai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,055 reviews) Room was clean, amenities were quick to resupply, but place is hard to find from Sendai station Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=27728617&PinnedHotelID=27728617&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395083) [See all 301 properties in Wakabayashi](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976395083) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Wakabayashi hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976395083&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976395083&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976395083&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976395083&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976395083&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976395083&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Wakabayashi ![A winter waterfall. Akiu Falls near Sendai. ](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 Yagiyama Zoo, 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) ![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) ![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 Sendai Ginza Street and Asaichi Morning Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sendai-Ichibancho.dx553248635976381763) ![Sendai_SendaiUminoMoriAquarium_553248633862423840_07](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633862423840/aa13e975-ab11-47fe-9ac8-cb28442a2e8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Miyagino Ward 4/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Miyagino Ward, Mitsui Outlet Park Sendaiko and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Miyagino.dx553248635976387154) ![Jozenji-dori Avenue in Sendai, Japan. 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) ![Wonderful grave](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3110/87034377-13d2-4cea-bc0f-4a088d2ffd98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aoba Ward 4.5/5(13 area reviews) Aoba Ward is a destination travellers like for its hot springs, and you might hop aboard the metro at Kotodai-Koen Station or Kita-Yonbancho Station to explore sights like Tokyo Electron Hall Miyagi. 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