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From Sendai: Ginzan Onsen& Zao Frost-Covered Trees& Fox Village Tour
Tours • From Sendai

From Sendai: Ginzan Onsen& Zao Frost-Covered Trees& Fox Village Tour

Small group
English guided
Free cancellation
4.2 / 5
(348) • 6K+ booked
CZK 1,518.79
Save CZK 650.90
Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium Ticket
Zoos & aquariums • Sendai

Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium Ticket

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4.7 / 5
(178) • 8K+ booked
CZK 331.29
Departing from Sendai: Ginzan Onsen / Zao Monsters / Special Lunch Day Tour
Tours • From Sendai

Departing from Sendai: Ginzan Onsen / Zao Monsters / Special Lunch Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
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4.6 / 5
(167) • 3K+ booked
CZK 2,746.79
Save CZK 1,177.16
Sendai Tohoku Day Tour: Mogami River Cruise & Naruko Gorge & Ginzan Onsen
Tours • From Sendai

Sendai Tohoku Day Tour: Mogami River Cruise & Naruko Gorge & Ginzan Onsen

Free cancellation
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4.9 / 5
(22) • 400+ booked
CZK 2,332.79
Save CZK 1,555.16
Sendai Zao Fox Village & Ginzan Onsen Full-Day Tour
Tours • From Sendai

Sendai Zao Fox Village & Ginzan Onsen Full-Day Tour

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Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(57) • 1K+ booked
CZK 3,056.35
Sendai Zao Snow Monsters & Ginzan Onsen Day Tour
Tours • From Sendai

Sendai Zao Snow Monsters & Ginzan Onsen Day Tour

Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(51) • 1K+ booked
CZK 2,733.00
Winter wonderland in the Northeast|Ginzan Hot Springs, Zao Ice Trees, Fox Village, Onihira Edo-chu 2-day tour (including breakfast and dinner at the hot spring hotel)|Depart from Tokyo
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CZK 5,797.29
Save CZK 3,864.86
[Group/Charter] Mt. Ginzan Onsen + Zao Snow Monsters + Fox Village: Exclusive Small Group Day Trip (From Sendai)
Tours • From Sendai

[Group/Charter] Mt. Ginzan Onsen + Zao Snow Monsters + Fox Village: Exclusive Small Group Day Trip (From Sendai)

Private tour
Small group
Free cancellation
4.2 / 5
(26) • 1K+ booked
CZK 2,746.85
Day Trip from Sendai: Chuson-ji Temple Konjikido & Geibikei Gorge Cruise (Special Lunch Included)
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Tours • From Sendai

Day Trip from Sendai: Chuson-ji Temple Konjikido & Geibikei Gorge Cruise (Special Lunch Included)

Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(18) • 400+ booked
CZK 2,387.99
Save CZK 596.96
Illuminated Ginzan Onsen & Tohoku Highlights Bus Tour from Sendai
Tours • From Sendai

Illuminated Ginzan Onsen & Tohoku Highlights Bus Tour from Sendai

Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(172) • 2K+ booked
CZK 3,761.35
Miyagi Zao Fox Village, Tsurigane-an, & Ginzan Onsen One day Tour
Tours • From Sendai

Miyagi Zao Fox Village, Tsurigane-an, & Ginzan Onsen One day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(38) • 800+ booked
CZK 3,312.75
JR Whole Japan Rail Pass
Rail passes • From Tokyo

JR Whole Japan Rail Pass

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4.8 / 5
(29.2K) • 700K+ booked
CZK 7,315.65
JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
Rail passes • From Tokyo

JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass

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4.8 / 5
(2.1K) • 40K+ booked
CZK 5,521.25
JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass
Rail passes • From Hakodate

JR Tohoku-South Hokkaido Rail Pass

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4.8 / 5
(787) • 10K+ booked
CZK 4,416.99
Freebies
Japan Buses Ticket
Buses • Tokyo

Japan Buses Ticket

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4.6 / 5
(233) • New Activity
CZK 524.54
CZK 552.15
Save CZK 27.61
Tokyo - Sendai Night Bus
Buses • From Tokyo, Sendai

Tokyo - Sendai Night Bus

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2.5 / 5
(2) • 50+ booked
From
CZK 966.25

Hotels in Sendai

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Sendai
Hotels • Sendai

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Sendai

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4.9 / 5
(611) • 50+ booked
From
CZK 1,047.12
Sendai Washington Hotel
Hotels • Sendai

Sendai Washington Hotel

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4.6 / 5
(1.0K) • 100+ booked
From
CZK 1,315.36
CZK 1,328.54
KOKO HOTEL Sendai Station South
Hotels • Sendai

KOKO HOTEL Sendai Station South

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4.6 / 5
(361)
From
CZK 686.57
CZK 877.93
Hotel Monterey Sendai
Hotels • Sendai

Hotel Monterey Sendai

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4.6 / 5
(1.5K)
From
CZK 1,581.56
KOKO HOTEL Sendai Station West
Hotels • Sendai

KOKO HOTEL Sendai Station West

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4.4 / 5
(281) • 50+ booked
From
CZK 733.81
CZK 938.35
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East
Hotels • Sendai

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai East

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4.7 / 5
(1.0K)
From
CZK 2,511.71
Hotel Keihan Sendai
Hotels • Sendai

Hotel Keihan Sendai

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4.9 / 5
(477)
From
CZK 1,548.24
Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu
Hotels • Sendai

Hoshino Resorts KAI Akiu

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4.9 / 5
(72)
From
CZK 6,556.33
CZK 6,609.72
Hotel JAL City Sendai
Hotels • Sendai

Hotel JAL City Sendai

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4.7 / 5
(872)
From
CZK 1,095.66
Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai
Hotels • Sendai

Mitsui Garden Hotel Sendai

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4.5 / 5
(1.0K)
From
CZK 1,518.80
Hotel Metropolitan Sendai
Hotels • Sendai

Hotel Metropolitan Sendai

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4.4 / 5
(1.0K)
From
CZK 1,922.31
Dormy Inn Sendai ANNEX
Hotels • Sendai

Dormy Inn Sendai ANNEX

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4.8 / 5
(1.0K) • 50+ booked
From
CZK 1,390.73

Reviews of Sendai activities

Klook User
2026-11-05 07:28:57
Fantastic 5.0
This was a well organized and enjoyable tour. Even with poor weather, Ginzan onsen is beautiful. There was enough time at each spot. Explainations in English were given in simple, auto translated texts through LINE. It is understandable, as the English speaking guests were a minority on the tour, but it is worth noting that the guide does not speak any English
Liu ******
2026-11-04 08:06:42
Fantastic 5.0
The weather was poor all the way from Sendai, but upon reaching Mt. Zao, the area was wide open and a strong gust of wind blew the clouds away, revealing the "Zao Okama" crater lake! I was fortunate to witness this ever-changing crater lake with my own eyes. Driving further to the Zao Ropeway, although many autumn leaves had already fallen, the desolate yet magnificent scenery was still unforgettable! Lunch featured regional snacks from Yamagata Prefecture, and right across the restaurant was a large supermarket where we could quickly buy seasonal fruits—how wonderful! Arriving at Ginza Onsen required transferring to a shuttle bus, which certainly squeezed our staying time. As it was getting dark, some of the inns had already lit up their warm lights, making for quite lovely photographs! The tour guide, Ms. Yangliu, was always thoughtful in reminding everyone of the meeting times, explaining the features of the attractions in detail, and even reminding us where we could grab a bite before returning to Sendai. Her service attitude was extremely warm and professional!
PAN *******
2026-10-09 14:25:30
Fantastic 5.0
Hotel shuttle within 2km of Sendai JR Station makes getting around super convenient. There isn't much of a guided tour; everyone just shares a comfortable 9-passenger van. Be sure to check the email sent the evening before for the exact arrival time at the pick-up spot, and it is recommended to head downstairs a bit early to wait. The following costs are not included: Fox Village admission fee (Junior high school students and above = 1500 yen / younger = free); Hand-stretched Shiroishi Umumen noodles at Koan (meal cost). We arrived and waited for a table before the restaurant opened, with a total of about 15 people across two vans. It took 17 minutes just to be seated and place our orders after opening, leaving only 15 minutes until the meeting time after the food was served. Waiting so long for a meal and then having to rush through eating was quite stressful—while the van will wait for you, it is rather annoying.
HSIANG *********
2026-11-08 09:09:10
Fantastic 5.0
The group size was small, so they dispatched a 10-seater SUV, which was comfortable inside. The itinerary was well-arranged. In fact, extending the registration deadline until the day before the tour would be much more consumer-friendly and offer more flexibility. The driver was extremely polite and friendly, which is highly commendable.
Lay ********
2026-10-22 15:57:22
Fantastic 5.0
our driver, Wei, is very enthusiastic and friendly. overall, this day trip is of low value, the fox village was small and boring. the noodle place was closed. it was crowded on the ginzan onsen shuttle bus and the place was small. the driving roads was not smooth and most of the time were spent on driving.
廖 **
2026-09-25 09:02:02
Fantastic 5.0
Although we didn't visit during the winter, it was still very beautiful. The overall environment is peaceful with quite a few tourists. For visitors who plan to soak in the hot springs, it is recommended to bring your own towel to dry your feet. Sitting by the river to enjoy the scenery and relax is a wonderful experience.
Ho *****
2026-10-28 04:01:49
Fantastic 5.0
Taking a private small group tour that was upgraded to a private car charter was very convenient and relaxing. The pick-up location was clear. The itinerary timing was just right. The tour guide Emily provided detailed explanations, recommended various authentic local foods, and even helped take photos. The driver drove steadily. We were very satisfied with the service. We will book through Klook again next time.
鄭 **
2026-05-24 22:52:12
Fantastic 5.0
The tour guide was very thoughtful! We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel, and the nine-seater van was full. The timing was perfectly managed, and the guide even gave us a brief introduction to the sights. It's a shame it rained the whole time we were there, which made it a bit more challenging! Even so, we still felt that overall, it was a great one-day trip! Not tiring at all! Highly recommend it to everyone.
周 **
2026-09-17 14:03:25
Fantastic 5.0
I would like to express my gratitude to the male staff member at the front desk on the first floor, who was incredibly kind and provided heartfelt service around 11:00 AM on August 31st. His thorough assistance with the checkout process and luggage storage was extremely helpful. I was delighted to experience such warm hospitality after a long time. Thank you for the wonderful service!

Sendai at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Sendai?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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Busiest 169
Jan
132
Feb
117
Mar
143
Apr
87
May
53
Jun
42
Jul
30
Aug
Quietest 15
Sep
79
Oct
150
Nov
132
Dec

Demand for Sendai peaks in January, roughly 69% above a typical month, while September is much quieter—about 85% below a typical month—so travellers from Australia should book early for January and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in September. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Sendai cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Priciest AUD341 Cheapest AUD116
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Activity prices in Sendai are typically around AUD 141; the cheapest month is June, at typically around AUD 116, roughly 66% below the priciest month in July, so consider June for lower prices (this also falls in the quieter season shown by demand). Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

0 daysLast-minute
4 daysTypical
16 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 4 days ahead, so Australian travellers enjoy flexibility for spontaneous trips; still, during the January peak you may prefer to book sooner than this. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Sendai

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1CZK = 7.24JPY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Cherry blossoms and mild weather enhance city exploration.

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Sendai

What to expect in Sendai

Sendai’s busiest bookings come from Zoos & aquariums, Tours and Cultural experiences, with Outdoor & sports activities also appearing in the top mix — Klook booking data shows a clear seasonal rhythm. Demand spikes in January and again in April and November, while late summer and early autumn months are much quieter. Use those patterns to pick the right vibe: lively winter festival energy or calm off-peak streets. Decide whether you want peak-season atmosphere or quieter sightseeing — Klook booking data helps time your visit accordingly.

When to visit Sendai

January is the city's strongest month for bookings, while September is the quietest, according to Klook booking data; the peak months bring a busier atmosphere, and quieter months suit travellers after space and lower footfall. Hotel and activity prices move through the year too: the priciest month on Klook was July and the lowest median price was recorded in June, but prices dip and rise across the calendar so crowds and cost do not always match. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for June or September; for peak-season atmosphere, plan for January, April or November.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Peak demand AUD 125
February Busier than usual AUD 127
March Busier than usual AUD 125
April Peak demand AUD 118
May About average AUD 122
June Very quiet AUD 116
July Very quiet AUD 341
August Very quiet AUD 127
September Very quiet AUD 125
October Quieter than usual AUD 121
November Peak demand AUD 119
December Busier than usual AUD 127

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Best districts to consider staying

Klook hotel data shows a clear spread in typical nightly rates across Sendai districts: Aoba is the most affordable with a typical nightly rate of AUD 118, while Taihaku sits at the priciest end with AUD 605. That represents roughly an 80% gap between the two according to Klook booking data. Cheaper districts tend to suit travellers prioritising budget and flexibility; pricier districts often appeal to those seeking a more premium stay or a broader hotel choice. Use this to match your accommodation to your travel priorities.

Tips for travellers from Australia

Most travellers book experiences a few days ahead — on average about 4 days ahead — while the earliest planners lock things in roughly 16 days out, based on Klook booking data across markets. That means you can often stay flexible and book a lot close to departure, but during the busier months named above it's wise to reserve earlier. Use Klook to check live availability and secure popular activities in advance when visiting in January, April or November; for quieter months you can be more spontaneous and still find good options.

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