[2025 Sendai Attraction] Travel Guide for Sendai Dai Kannon (White-Robed Colossus) (Updated Apr)

Five-day tour of Northeast Japan | Don't waste a single minute of your JR PASS① ||| It was a spur-of-the-moment decision to go to Northeast Japan with friends. The first thing to do is to buy the JR PASS Tohoku 5-day ticket (except for foreign tourists, foreign residents in Japan can buy it with just their passport). For each trip on the Shinkansen, you can use this coupon to exchange for a designated seat at the machine or window. Unlimited exchanges (should be). We exchanged for a train in advance but missed it, so we directly exchanged for the next train at the machine without any problem. This step is worth noting: please please keep this JR PASS safe, because once it is lost, there is no way to retrieve it except to buy a new one. (My friend lost it on the second day and had to buy a new one, which was very sad.) Next, let me share our five-day-four-night itinerary: ❄️DAY1: Tokyo → Sendai → Morioka First, I went to the Northeast to check out the statue of Lu Xun, and next to the statue was the Lu Xun Museum, where they had his report card from back then, haha! After leaving the university, I searched for a highly rated restaurant nearby and had a lunch of beef tongue prepared in two ways, grilled and stewed, for just over 1,000 yen, which was very satisfying. Then I took a bus to the area near the Da Guan Yin temple, where you can actually go inside and see over 100 small Buddha statues. After that, I had a sweet soybean dessert near Sendai Station and ordered a soybean milkshake to take on the Shinkansen. In the evening, I chose to stay in Morioka, where the hotels near the station were very cheap and they even gave me a 2,000 yen voucher. I went to a restaurant that served Morioka cold noodles and ordered a set meal of cold noodles and grilled meat, which just happened to use up the voucher. ❄️DAY2 Morioka → Hachinohe → Aomoriya Actually, I wanted to go to the Tenshotei Art Museum that day, but I overslept and didn't have time, so I could only leave regrets. I went straight to the Hachinohe Shokudo Center seafood market when I arrived in Hachinohe. There is a special bus for 100 yen at the bus stop, which takes about ten minutes. Then you can buy seafood in the market and rent a grill to cook and eat by yourself. The rental fee for the grill is 400 yen per person, and it comes with basic soy sauce and salt. Eat on time and take the bus back to Hachinohe Station (remember to plan the time to stay in the market, as the bus runs once an hour). I booked the Aomoriya hotel, which has its own courtyard. It's beautiful when it snows, and there is a sleep demon lamp. You can take a half-hour walk around and come back to the starting point, where there is a footbath to soak in. Back at the hotel, you can continue to soak in the hot spring and drink apple juice. I made an appointment in advance for the Sleep Demon Festival performance, which costs 1500 yen per person. ❄️DAY3 Aomoriya → Aomori → Akita Take a bus from Aomori Station to Aomori Prefectural Museum of Art. Although we only had a brief visit due to time constraints, I really enjoyed the atmosphere and many cute details of this museum. When we returned to the station to take the Gonō Line, we found out that the starting section was suspended due to heavy snow. A bit confused, we asked the station staff who told us to take another bus to a certain station and then catch the Gonō Line from there. We had reserved a private compartment on the Gonō Line in advance, and although the weather was bad that day, there was a unique beauty to it. We slowly enjoyed the sea view all the way to Akita. We had planned to eat the famous Akita dish "Kiritanpo Nabe", but because I was lazy and didn't make a reservation, we couldn't eat at the designated restaurant.

If you have a bit of free time in Sendai, you might want to head out into the suburbs to see this unique (and somewhat odd) statue. It was built relatively recently, and (at 100m) is the tallest statue in Japan. As you take the bus out of the city centre towards Kitayama, you’ll be able to see it towering over everything nearby. Once there, you pay ¥500 to take the lift up to the top, and walk back down past the 108 Buddhist statues that surround the support column. It’s really peaceful, and not so busy either. Highly recommended. 🚌 (Take the 910 bus from JR Sendai Station to Sendai Daikannon, or take the JR Line from Sendai to Kitayama, and walk 40 minutes north) #statue #sendai #kannon #japantrip

This is the largest Kannon statue in Japan. We can go inside the statue. It is very tall. You can walk around 12 floors! Behind the statue, there is a small shrine. They say that it is very sacred. Start by walking to the small office building next door. Donate 300 yen and you will get a bow to write your wishes. The pink bow is for your love life and the purple bow is for your work. After writing your wishes on the bow, take it out to worship at the shrine and pour oil on the statue inside. Then tie the bow on the outside. (The first time we prayed for a job, it was granted. We went again.) 📍 Location: Sendai ⏰ Open: 10:00-15:00 (Sat-Sun closes at 15:30) 🚃 Travel: Take the train to Sendai Station and take the bus to Sendai Daikannon Mae (platform 18 or 19 is fine.) #tripflytoprayfornewyear #japan #travelplan #traveljapan #sendai #spiritualtourism #spiritual #spiritualmustsee

Sendai Daikannon is one of the largest Kannon statues in Japan, located in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, with an astonishing height of 100 meters! It is known as one of the largest Kannon statues in the world. Its overwhelming scale and presence make it an iconic tourist spot in Sendai City that attracts visitors. 🕰️ History and background of Sendai Daikannon • Completed: Built in 1991 (Heisei 3). • Purpose of construction: A Kannon statue created to pray for world peace and the happiness of people. • Official name: Sendai Tendo White Robe Kannon. • Architectural style: A reinforced concrete building built using modern technology. 🌟 Highlights 1. Impressive scale • The 100-meter-tall Kannon statue can be seen from afar. The Kannon statue standing against the blue sky, sunset, and seasonal scenery is spectacular. 2. Internal structure • You can enter the Kannon statue, which has a 12-story structure. • You can take an elevator up to the 12th floor (around the statue's chest). • Each floor houses a statue of Buddha, including the Shaka Nyorai statue and the Seven Lucky Gods. • From the top floor, you can see the whole of Sendai city, and if the weather is good, you can see the distant mountains. 3. Beautiful garden • A well-maintained Japanese garden surrounds the statue, and the flowers of the four seasons delight visitors. 🍴 Nearby gourmet spots • Sendai specialty gourmet: • Beef tongue set meal: A standard for Sendai tourism. There are also beef tongue specialty restaurants near the Kannon statue. • Zunda mochi: A traditional Sendai sweet topped with plenty of sweet zunda bean paste. • Sasa kamaboko: A Sendai specialty that is perfect as a snack or souvenir. ⏰ Kannon statue opening information • Opening hours: 9:00-16:30 (last admission at 16:00) • Closing days: Open all year round • Admission fee: • Adults: 500 yen • Children: 300 yen 🚗 Access • Location: 31-36 Nakayama Minami, Jitsuzawa, Izumi-ku, Sendai, Miyagi • Transportation: • Car: Approximately 15 minutes from Izumi IC on the Tohoku Expressway. Free parking available. • Public transportation: Approximately 40 minutes by bus from Sendai Station, get off at the Sendai Daikannon-mae bus stop. 🌸 Best season to visit • Spring: The sight of cherry blossoms surrounding the Kannon statue is magnificent. • Autumn: Autumn leaves color the garden, creating a fantastic atmosphere. • Winter: The snow-covered Kannon statue is truly majestic. 🌟 Summary Sendai Daikannon is a spot where you can enjoy the magnificent scale of the Kannon statue, the highlights inside, and the beautiful nature surrounding it. It is a place where you can have a unique experience even among Sendai sightseeing. Experience the overwhelming presence and spend some time relaxing! #DomesticTravelRecord #Sendai #WinterTrip #HotSpring #SendaiTourism #SendaiTrip

🚉Transportation tips: ▪️You can take the Hayabusa Shinkansen directly from Tokyo or Aomori (Shin-Aomori) to Sendai. Please note that all seats on the Hayabusa train are reserved. ▪️You can take buses in Sendai City, including the loople sightseeing bus, which passes by all major attractions. A one-day ticket costs 630 yen, and a one-day bus + subway ticket costs 920 yen. — 2️⃣Main attractions ❶Sendai Daikannon ▪️You can take bus No. 910 from the No. 19 bus stop at Sendai Station. The ticket price is 400 yen. The internal visit closes relatively early, at 15:30. This attraction is quite far away. If you don’t plan to go inside, it will take an hour and a half to go back and forth, and only 10 minutes to take photos. You have to consider whether it is worth it. ❷Sendai Gymnasium🏟 ▪️Take the Sendai Subway Namboku Line from Sendai Station and get off at Tomisawa Station, 310 yen. Turn left after exiting the subway and walk for a while until you see the sign. Just follow the sign and you will arrive after crossing the park. It was a little quiet on days when there were no students. ❸Greenery Pavilion-Goshikinuma-Sendai City Museum-Lu Xun Monument-Sendai Castle ▪️These attractions are all in the same area and can be reached by foot. Although you can take the bus, I took the subway and got off at Kokusai Center Station on the Sendai Subway Tozai Line. ▪️Green Pavilion: There are free postcard sets available, and the souvenir shop opens at 10 o'clock. There is a bust of Date Masamune outside the museum, and a large grassy area. Sometimes there is a market, and people set up tents to sell things, which is very lively~ ▪️Goshikinuma: The birthplace of Japanese figure skating. ▪️Sendai Museum: Tsukishima’s workplace, there is also a volleyball sign at the door! ▪️Lu Xun Monument: There is also a statue next to it. ▪️Sendai Castle: To get up from the museum, you need to walk up a big slope, which is basically like climbing a mountain, and it will be a bit tiring. There is no tower on top, only ruins and a statue of Date Masamune riding a horse. However, the view is very broad, you can overlook Sendai City and see the Great Guanyin Statue. — 3️⃣Shopping and food ❶ Shopping malls near Sendai Station ▪️ebeans: There is a large store A on the 7th floor, a bookstore on the 6th floor, and CDs on the 5th floor. ▪️Parco: There is a jump shop on the 8th floor and a gashapon on the 7th floor but there are not many things. ❷Edamame milkshake [IceCream] There is Kikusuian on the third floor of the JR station. It is delicious and not too sweet. I highly recommend it! The edamame pancakes are delicious too. ❸ Beef tongue There is a street of grilled beef tongue next to Kikusuian, where both Tanjiro and Rikyuu sell it.

Hot spring time! This 8-day Japan tour will take you to the hot spring town, a great place to relax! Check out this super useful guide! -------- Route suggestions: Day 1: Arrive in Sendai and check in to your hotel. You can then explore the city at your leisure. We recommend visiting Sendai Castle or Sendai Asaichi Market. Day 2: Zao Fox Village - get up close and personal with foxes; Sendai Daikannon - admire the solemnity of religious architecture; Osaki Hachimangu Shrine - visit an ancient shrine; Ginzan Onsen - enjoy a relaxing hot spring trip. Day 3: Tashirojima - visit the unique cat island culture; Jodogahama Beach - enjoy the beautiful sea view; Ryusendo Cave - explore the magical karst cave landscape. Day 4: Aomori Gyosai Center - enjoy delicious seafood rice bowls; Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse - learn about Japanese traditional festival culture; Aomori Prefecture Tourist Center ASPAM - buy local specialty products; Port of Aomori - experience the busy and beautiful harbor. Day 5: Oirase Gorge - walk along the clear stream and enjoy the tranquility of nature; Lake Towada - admire the beautiful lake and mountain scenery. Day 6: Lake Tazawa - enjoy the lake and mountain scenery and experience the tranquility of nature; Dakigaeri Gorge - explore the mysteries of the gorge and enjoy hiking. Day 7: Zao Snow Monster Festival - experience the unique charm of the snow festival; Zao Onsen - relax in the hot spring and end your wonderful trip. Day 8: Leave Sendai and end your pleasant trip to Japan. We look forward to seeing you again! -------- Travel tips: 💵Exchange rate: The currency in Japan is the Japanese yen. The exchange rate fluctuates, so we recommend exchanging cash at the bank in advance. ✈️Airport transportation: Narita and Haneda airports both have direct transportation to the city center, so you don't have to worry about transportation. 🕒Time difference: Japan is 1 hour ahead of China, so adjust your time accordingly. 📱Internet: Consider renting a mobile Wi-Fi device or buying a local SIM card to stay connected. 🔌Power plug: Japan uses two flat parallel plugs, so remember to bring an adapter. -------- Discover the beautiful scenery and delicious food of Japan. With this guide, you can enjoy a wonderful trip!

Sendai: A rendezvous with history and nature I first learned about Sendai in northeastern Japan from the story of Mr. Lu Xun, who studied there and gave up medicine for literature. Curious about this city, I embarked on a journey to Sendai. Upon arriving in Sendai, the first thing I noticed was its "greenery." In a country like Japan, where land resources are scarce, Sendai's urban greening is exceptional. The lush greenery makes you feel like you're in a forest, full of comfort and relaxation. During my half-day experience in Sendai, Zuihoden left a deep impression on me. It is the mausoleum of Date Masamune, the first lord of the Sendai Domain, and his descendants. Although small in scale, it is deep in the forest, with a spectacular approach reminiscent of the Kumano Kodo. The museum uses a lot of high-tech, such as reconstructing Masamune's appearance based on his skull and showing the restoration process, bringing history to life. The Sendai Daikannon is 100 meters tall and very imposing. You can take the 910 bus from Sendai Station Bus Stop 19, and the fare is 400 yen. If you don't go inside, it takes about an hour and a half round trip, with about 10 minutes for photos. When I arrived, I was overwhelmed by the grandeur of the Daikannon. On the way back, I walked along the street, taking pictures and walking to Nakayama Hachichome to catch the bus. The Daikannon and the street scene complemented each other. There are many other attractions worth visiting in Sendai. Outside the Green Plaza, there is a bust of Date Masamune and a large lawn. Sometimes there are markets, full of energy, and you can get free postcards. Goshikinuma, the birthplace of figure skating in Japan, has a unique charm. The Sendai Museum is Tsukishima's workplace, and there is a small volleyball sign at the entrance. There is a statue next to the Lu Xun Monument, which makes you think of Mr. Lu Xun. Sendai Castle is a steep climb from the museum, and although there are only ruins and a statue of Date Masamune on horseback, the view is open, overlooking Sendai City and the Daikannon. The beef tongue street on the third floor of Sendai Station is not to be missed. Most of the local beef tongue shops in Sendai are gathered here, and you can also buy Sendai's specialty edamame milkshake next door, which tastes great. The Lu Xun Memorial Hall at Tohoku University is also a must-see. The Tohoku University Archives is open Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 17:00, and the Lu Xun Lecture Hall is open every Wednesday and Friday from 10:30 to 16:00, with reservations required at least one day in advance. In the archives, you can see records of Lu Xun's time at Tohoku University, his notes, and his grades. Sendai is a city with a rich history and fresh nature. Every attraction seems to tell its own story, making the trip worthwhile.

📍Sendai Daikannon (Sendai Tendo Byakue Daikannon) It's so big that you can see it from the city of Sendai! It was my first time to actually get close to it, and I was surprised at how big it was! It seems to be the second largest Kannon statue in Japan! 【INFORMATION】 Sendai Daikannon (Sendai Tendo Byakue Daikannon) 📮981-3217 31-36 Nakayama Minami, Jitsuzawa, Izumi-ku, Sendai, Miyagi 🕑10:00-15:00 #FuriTabiWinter

#DecemberTravelSupportEvent #Sendai #SendaiTravel #SendaiDaiKannon #TripMomentReview If you go to Sendai, I recommend Kannon Temple as a place worth visiting. When you go inside Kannon Temple, there are 108 Buddha statues up to the 12th floor, which is amazing. It's amazing that you can tour by coming down the stairs, see various Buddha statues, and walk around the inside of Kannon Temple like this. It was fun to see the giant Kannon Temple that can be seen from anywhere in Sendai, and go inside and see the Buddha statues!!! For direct flights to Sendai, there is Asiana Airlines, so please refer to it!! You can also book discounted flights to Sendai on Trip.com, so I recommend it.

I recommend "Sendai Kannon-ji" as a place to visit in Sendai for a trip to a small city in Japan! If you go inside Kannon-ji, you can see various Buddhist statues, and I recommend it because you can take the elevator to see the Buddhist statues inside Kannon-ji like a museum!! It's only 2 hours from Incheon to Sendai Airport, so you can travel on the weekend. Asiana Airlines operates direct flights, so it's even more convenient. There are daily flights, so it's perfect for overseas travel for office workers!!!!!!!! Sendai Kannon-ji has a lot to see, so it was fun!! There are many delicious restaurants within a 5-minute walk, so it's perfect for a foodie trip #Japanese small city travel #Japan travel #Sendai travel #Sendai places to visit

Access: Take a bus from Sendai Station for about 30 minutes and get off in front of Sendai Daikannon. *The bus stop for the return bus is hard to find, so you may have to wait a long time. Tourist attractions: The second tallest Kannon statue in Japan, standing at 100m. There are no tall buildings around, so the Great Kannon is so big it seems to be floating. After paying the entrance fee, you can take the elevator to the top, where many bodhisattvas are on display. Go down the spiral staircase from the 12th floor (there is also an elevator). It may take quite a while to look at each bodhisattva! #SendaiSightseeing #SendaiTrip #SendaiDaikannon