Sendai — The beautiful country city of Japan’s Edo period

Beyond its vibrant cities and beautiful landscapes, Sendai is a vast prefecture rich in history that dates back to the Edo-Japan period.

Located in Japan’s Touhoku region just northeast of Tokyo on the island of Honshu is the beautiful city of Sendai. Packed with a population of over one million, the area is known for its rich history steeped in Edo Japan under the leadership of samurai Date Masamune.

Date Masamune — The founder of Sendai

Before the 19th century, Japan’s capital was known as Edo up until it was renamed Tokyo in 1863. Date Masamune was one of Japan’s regional rulers who became known as the “one-eyed dragon” for his fearless combat skills and, well, his one eye.

Masamune was known for having founded the modern-day Sendai that we all know today. Among his greatest accomplishments were improving trade around the Touhoku region and encouraging foreigners to come to the land.

During his rule in the 1600s, Date Masamune’s clan resided at the Aobe Castle in Sendai, a site that can be visited today. Overlooking stunning views of the city, the…