Sendai: A Historical Walk through Zuihoden and Aoba Castle Ruins with Lord Masamune

Embark on a historical walking tour around famous sites connected to Lord Masamune in the City of Trees, Sendai, all in one day. In the morning, pay respects to Lord Masamune at Zuihoden (瑞鳳殿), a magnificently ornate mausoleum in Momoyama style, and carefully appreciate cultural treasures related to the Date family at the Sendai City Museum. In the afternoon, climb Aoba Mountain and enjoy a panoramic view of the city alongside the equestrian statue of Lord Masamune at the Sendai Castle ruins. After paying your respects at the Miyagi Prefectural Gokoku Shrine enshrined at the castle's main enclosure, conclude your day at the National Treasure Osaki Hachimangu Shrine with its jet-black shrine building. This perfect day for history enthusiasts allows you to savor Sendai's rich history while tracing Lord Masamune's life path.