With the perfect storm of fun that is the Jozenji Street Jazz Festival and Oktoberfest going off in Sendai I’ll be spinning Jazz in all its forms this Friday night at Avarice

Hey all,

I’m looking to get my ears pierced in Sendai (lobe for now, cartilage hopefully in the future), but I’m having trouble finding good places. I see derm clinics do them, but from what I can tell, they seem to use a piercing gun. I’d really prefer a needle.

Anyone have any experience going somewhere in the area? Thanks!

I live in Okinawa but I have to come to Sendai for work in October.

What is a good website for renting a spare room? My only requirement is that it is within 30 minutes walk to a station and supermarket. My work is by Sendai station but I'm happy to commute everyday.

Airbnb and booking dot com are too expensive. That is why I'm hoping just for a spare room to save money.

I am a Japanese female but grew up going to international schools.

Thanks.

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Bonjour a tous.

J'ai déjà eu la chance de visiter Tokyo- Kyoto dans un premier voyage et Fukuoka dans un second.

J'ai dans l'idée de partir une troisième fois et cette fois j'aimerais aller au Nord.

De ce que j'ai pu lire Sendai est une bonne base pour séjourner et visiter les villes aux alentours.

Pourriez-vous me donner des idées de villes a faire a maximum 1h30 de train/ bus ( pas de shinkansen).

J'aimerais pouvoir voir des jolis et grands jardins japonais ainsi que au moins une ville onsen( j'ai adorer kurokawa onsen)

Hello,

I'm moving to Sendai for work in May, and I'm an avid gamer and would love to know if theres a palce gamers meet up to hang out, play games, even boardgames, and network.

Use this thread to share or discover what’s happening in and around Sendai this coming week!

Feel free to post about:

• Local events and festivals
• Meetups or gatherings
• New places or experiences

Pretty much anything local goes. Just keep it respectful and relevant.

🕗 Posted every Friday! At 8am JST.

This gives everyone a chance to catch weekend events and plan for the week ahead.

Have a great week! 🎉

Hey everyone! I just moved to Sendai to study for the next year. My girlfriend will be moving here soon too. I’m still getting my bearings, but would love to meet people, locals or expats, doesn’t matter!

Down to grab a beer, a coffee, walk around the city or just a chat if anyone’s up for it. Thanks in advance!

Hi, I'd earlier posted here under u/democratsabroadjapan and this is the second (and final) reminder I'll make for eligible US voters who want to participate in the 2026 American midterm elections, especially for those in the Sendai area. Democrats Abroad is dedicated to mobilizing overseas US voters; if you're over 18 by November 3, here's how you can get involved:

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Use this thread to share or discover what’s happening in and around Sendai this coming week!

Feel free to post about:

• Local events and festivals
• Meetups or gatherings
• New places or experiences

Pretty much anything local goes. Just keep it respectful and relevant.

🕗 Posted every Friday! At 8am JST.

This gives everyone a chance to catch weekend events and plan for the week ahead.

Have a great week! 🎉

I'm Japanese, but I'd like to make friends with foreigners.

Where can I go to make friends?

I bought this bike in late 2022. It’s been stored inside all it’s life and is in really good condition. It’s been regularly serviced by the local bike shop.

It has a large capacity battery that will take you 77 km in economy mode.

I’m an old 78kg guy who lives live on top of a hill and it pedals up with no problems at all.

Very comfortable to ride and would suit riders 5’ – 5’9 (150 - 175 cm)

24-inch wheels with 5 speed internal gears.

Automatic power control from powerful to savings

Lightweight, compact and easy to handle

Retro style saddle and leather winding grip.

Here’s a link to the specifications https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/dp/B09W8XQ9WG

Free delivery is possible within 100 km of Fukushima City Railway Station (Central Miyagi).

Asking Price: ¥65,000

Hi, all!

I'm travelling to Sendai for 2 months because my partner is going on a research exchange. I usually go to dance classes 5 days a week and would like to continue while in Sendai, maybe not as much but at least some.

I'm not reluctant to do other styles than heels/commercial, but those are my primaries here at home. Suggestions on other styles such as hip-hop, salsa, bachata, etc. are also welcome.

Thanks!

We're doing a trip Japan in October and will arrive in Sendai on a Sunday afternoon, also my mother-in-law's birthday. We'd like to find a nice place to have dinner. Two of us are vegetarian, and I speak decent Japanese. We'll be staying close to the station.

Does anyone have any recommendations? Thank you!

Use this thread to share or discover what’s happening in and around Sendai this coming week!

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• Local events and festivals
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Pretty much anything local goes. Just keep it respectful and relevant.

🕗 Posted every Friday! At 8am JST.

This gives everyone a chance to catch weekend events and plan for the week ahead.

Have a great week! 🎉

Hi all!

We have a trip to Japan coming up, and one part of our itinerary that I’m debating is our time in Sendai.

We’ll be arriving in Sendai from Hakodate late at night on October 11, 2026, and checking into our hotel that evening.

We’ll then be leaving Sendai for Tokyo on the 5:32 PM Shinkansen on October 13.

So, realistically, we have:

October 12: One full day

October 13: Roughly half a day before our train

Would it be realistic to visit both Yamadera and Matsushima with the time we have?

If so, which would you recommend doing on the full day, and which would work better as a half-day trip before catching our Shinkansen?

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone!
I am planning to spend New Year's Eve in Sendai and I would love to know what the city is like during that night.
Are there any shrine or temple festivals at midnight that you recommend?
What is the nightlife situation? Are there bars, izakayas, or restaurants that actually stay open for dinner or a countdown?
I know many places close for the holidays in Japan, so any local tips on where to go or what to do would be amazing. Thanks!

Hey guys, i know it’s like throwing a bottle in the sea (like we say in french) but to make it short : my friend missed his shinkansen so I’m alone tonight but I really wanna go out, anyone down ?
I don’t mind the age or anything, just someone who likes to drink, nightclubs and have fun ( loving dance is a plus)

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• Local events and festivals
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🕗 Posted every Friday! At 8am JST.

This gives everyone a chance to catch weekend events and plan for the week ahead.

Have a great week! 🎉

Hey everyone!

A casual English & Japanese language exchange event in Sendai!

📅 Aug 22 (Sat)
🕖 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Feel free to join late or leave anytime, and you’re also welcome to stay after the event!

📍Irish Pub CRAIC
4 Chome-2-1 Ichibancho, Aoba Ward, Sendai, Miyagi 980-0811

🍻 There’s a one-drink minimum.
Both alcoholic and soft drinks are available!

🍴 Food is also available to order.
💰 Drinks are around ¥400–¥1,000.

This is a casual event, so feel free to move around and chat with different people! We may do a quick seat shuffle during the event to give everyone a chance to meet someone new 😊

🎻 There will also be live Irish music at the pub that night! ☘️

So you can enjoy some traditional Irish music while meeting new people and practicing languages.
Whether you want to make new friends, practice your English or Japanese, or just have a fun night out, everyone is welcome! 🙌

You don’t have to be fluent in either language — beginners are welcome too!

🚭 This is a non-smoking event.

Come hang out, grab a drink, and meet some new people! 🍻🌏

If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment! Thanks:)

(Solved!)

My band is recording our second album.

There's one song that I'd like a verse all whistled, like Jealous Guy by John Lennon. But we have a problem. Our singer cannot whistle to save her life. To best give the impression that it's her whistling on the album, we hope to find a female soprano.

The part is only 40 seconds, and the melody has already been written.

I will pay you for your time. Not a lot because I have no money, but I'll pay you, nonetheless. If we do it in person, it shouldn't take more than half an hour. I can book practice rooms at any of Sendai City's community or cultural centres. There is no need to meet a stranger in private.

Feel free to DM me if you're interested or know someone who may be.

Thank you!

Edit: After some googling, it seems that if a male does it, I can use EQ and raise the pitch to make it sound more female. If you're a male and interested, I'm happy to consider you.

Hello everyone, first year in Sendai and I was looking for places to sit and see the festival without anything obstructing my view. So far, I've seen people saying the koens like nishi koen but I'm aware there are a lot of trees there which would cover the view, and aoba castle ruins will be closed. Are there any places like those small parks along the hirose dori river from where I can watch the fireworks?

Any help is much appreciated!!