Sendai Gyutan and Local Food Private Tour with Licensed Guide

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Savour the flavors of Sendai on this private, fully customizable food tour led by your government-licensed local guide. The capital of Miyagi is famous for gyutan (charcoal-grilled beef tongue), and your guide will lead you to the best spots to try this regional specialty. Begin at the lively Sendai Asaichi morning market, where stalls overflow with fresh seafood, seasonal produce and ready-to-eat treats. Climb to the hilltop ruins of Aoba Castle for sweeping city views and tales of the samurai lord Date Masamune, then explore the covered Clis Road arcade in the buzzing downtown, lined with restaurants and izakaya. Because this is a private tour for your group only, the pace and the stops are entirely up to you. Tell your guide your tastes and dietary needs and they will tailor the day around them. Whether you crave thick-cut gyutan, fresh sashimi or sweet zunda made from edamame, you will eat like a local and leave with a deeper feel for Sendai's food culture and history.

What's Included

Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Sendai
Government-licensed English speaking local guide
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under 'Itinerary' list.
Private transportation
Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Any food and beverage expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis maybe used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs. If you wish to arrange for a private vehicle, please contact us directly. All Private vehicles must be booked 5 days in advance.

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Meeting point
Sendai Station

We will coordinate with the guide and propose an easy-to-find meeting location. Once arranged, we would appreciate it if you could meet us there.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Sendai Asaichi

    Explore Sendai Asaichi, the lively morning market in the heart of the city. Browse stalls of fresh seafood, seasonal produce and local specialties with your guide, and sample street snacks that showcase the flavors of Miyagi.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit the hilltop ruins of Aoba Castle, founded by feudal lord Date Masamune. Take in sweeping views over Sendai, see the iconic equestrian statue of Masamune, and hear stories of the city's samurai heritage from your guide.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Stroll the covered Clis Road arcade in central Sendai, lined with restaurants, izakaya and shops. This is the perfect place to savour Sendai's signature gyutan (grilled beef tongue) and other local dishes recommended by your guide.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Japan Guide Agency
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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