Otaru to Sendai

Updated: March 14, 2024 01:37 AM

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Otaru to Sendai

Language

The official language of both Otaru and Sendai is Japanese.

Currency

The currency of both Otaru and Sendai is the Japanese Yen (JPY).

Distance

The distance between Otaru and Sendai is approximately 500 kilometers (310 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Sendai from Otaru:

• By train: The fastest and most convenient way to travel between Otaru and Sendai is by train. The trip takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) and costs around 15,000 yen.
• By bus: There are also several bus services that operate between Otaru and Sendai. The trip takes about 8 hours and costs around 8,000 yen.
• By plane: There are no direct flights between Otaru and Sendai. However, you can fly from Sapporo (New Chitose Airport) to Sendai (Sendai Airport) and then take a train or bus to Otaru.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Otaru to Sendai will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, here is a general estimate of the costs:

• Train: 15,000 yen
• Bus: 8,000 yen
• Plane: 20,000 yen

Best time to go

The best time to travel from Otaru to Sendai is during the spring (April-May) or fall (September-October) when the weather is mild and pleasant. However, Sendai is also a great place to visit during the winter (December-February) when you can experience the city's famous snow festival.

What to Eat

Sendai is known for its delicious food, so be sure to try some of the local specialties while you're there.

• Gyutan (beef tongue): This is Sendai's most famous dish and can be found at many restaurants throughout the city.
• Zunda mochi: These are mochi (rice cakes) filled with sweet zunda (edamame paste).
• Sasa kamaboko: These are fish cakes made with pollock and starch.

Where to Go

In addition to eating delicious food, there's plenty to see and do in Sendai. Some of the most popular attractions include:

• Sendai Castle: This is the former castle of the Date clan, who ruled Sendai for over 200 years.
• Rinno-ji Temple: This is one of the most important Buddhist temples in Sendai.
• Jozenji-dori Shopping Street: This is a lively shopping street with a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Otaru to Sendai:

• How long does it take to get from Otaru to Sendai?
• The trip takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train).
• How much does it cost to travel from Otaru to Sendai?
• The cost of traveling from Otaru to Sendai will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, here is a general estimate of the costs:
• Train: 15,000 yen
• Bus: 8,000 yen
• Plane: 20,000 yen
• What is the best way to get from Otaru to Sendai?
• The fastest and most convenient way to travel between Otaru and Sendai is by train. The trip takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes by Shinkansen (bullet train) and costs around 15,000 yen.
• What is there to do in Sendai?
• In addition to eating delicious food, there's plenty to see and do in Sendai. Some of the most popular attractions include:
• Sendai Castle
• Rinno-ji Temple
• Jozenji-dori Shopping Street

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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