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Neighborhood Directory

Sendai, Miyagi, Japan

Overview

A source-backed directory of neighborhoods in Sendai, drawn from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap data.

Source-backed neighborhood directory

Only mapped neighborhoods are highlighted — blank areas may not have coverage yet.

一番町

Ichibancho

Business and retail area Overture

一番町 is Sendai's central commercial district with high-end shopping centers and office buildings. The area stays busy throughout the day with local workers and shoppers.

Cost
$$$$
Safety
5/5
Large department storesCafes and restaurantsProximity to city hall

三丁目

Honcho 3-chome

Quiet urban residential Overture

三丁目 is a mixed-use area with apartment blocks, small businesses, and convenience stores. Streets feel residential but have steady foot traffic from nearby offices.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Mid-rise housingLocal shopsOffice proximity

上杉

Kamisugi

Residential, orderly Overture

上杉 is a quiet residential area mostly occupied by families and professionals. Wide streets and mid-rise apartments give it a calm, structured feel.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Tree-lined roadsAccess to schoolsClose to government offices

中央

Urban core Overture

中央 is Sapporo's city center, with government offices, businesses, and shopping districts lining major streets. The area sees steady daytime foot traffic and a quieter atmosphere at night.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Odori ParkSapporo TV TowerMain government buildingsShopping arcades

二丁目

Ichibancho 2-chome

Residential with local commerce Overture

二丁目 is a mixed-use area with apartments, small offices, and a few local shops. Streets are quiet in the evenings but see steady weekday traffic.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Compact apartment blocksNeighborhood grocery storesSmall independent businesses

五丁目

Kamisugi 5-chome

Residential pocket Overture

五丁目 is a compact area within a larger district, mostly residential with a few small shops and eateries. Local streets see steady foot traffic, often busy during weekday evenings.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesSmall cafesApartment blocks

五橋

Itsutsubashi

Residential with local commerce Overture

五橋 is a local commercial area south of Sendai Station, mixing apartment complexes with mid-sized office buildings. Small shops, eateries, and schools line its main streets, serving daily needs for residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Proximity to Sendai StationMany local businessesPublic schools nearby

五橋通

Itsutsubashi-dori Ave.

Quiet residential OSM

五橋通 is a central area with a mix of residential buildings and small shops. The neighborhood has convenient access to subway stations and local schools.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Near 五橋 subwaySmall grocery shopsSchools nearbyWalkable streets

元寺小路

Mototerakoji

Traditional alleys, local shops Overture

元寺小路 is a compact historic area near Sendai Station with a mix of small shops and old temples. Many locals use its alleys for quick shortcuts and errands.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Sendai Station proximityHistoric templesSmall retail stores

光善寺通

Local residential area OSM

光善寺通 is a residential street in Kadoma with local shops and small eateries catering mainly to nearby families and workers. The area is compact and quiet except around school and work hours.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Family-owned grocery storesSmall restaurantsLight trafficNear schools

八木山香澄町

Yagiyama-kasumicho

Quiet residential area Overture

八木山香澄町 is a mainly residential neighborhood on the western side of Sendai. Streets are quiet, and local parks are frequent.

Cost
$$
Safety
5/5
Family homesLocal parksClose to Yagiyama Zoological Park

六丁目

Kamisugi 6-chome

Quiet local suburb Overture

六丁目 is a compact residential area with local shops and small parks. Most buildings are low-rise apartments that cater to working families.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Convenience storesNeighborhood parksLow-rise housing

円形広場

Central transit hub Overture

円形広場 is a busy transit hub with shops lining its ring-shaped plaza. Most buildings are commercial with some office space above the storefronts.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Bus terminalConvenience storesCafésPublic seating

出花

Ideka

Suburban family area Overture

出花 is a quiet residential neighborhood in the outer part of Kakamigahara. Low-rise housing dominates, with some small local shops and schools nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local schoolsParksConvenience stores

出花一丁目

Ideka 1-chome

Suburban residential Overture

出花一丁目 is a quiet residential area with small apartment blocks and local shops. Streets are orderly and mostly traffic-free.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Convenience storesCommunity parkLow-rise apartments

出花三丁目

Ideka 3-chome

Suburban residential Overture

出花三丁目 is a quiet residential area with small apartment blocks and local shops. Most streets are lined with well-kept houses and basic amenities.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesFamily homesCommunity parks

出花二丁目

Ideka 2-chome

Quiet residential Overture

出花二丁目 is a residential area with compact apartment buildings and local shops. Public transit and basic services are accessible within walking distance.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesAccess to bus routesFamily clinics

北九番丁

Urban residential mix OSM

北九番丁 is a central Sendai neighborhood with mixed residential and office buildings. Most streets are quiet, and convenience stores are common.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Proximity to city centerLocal clinicsMultiple grocery storesSmall parks

北六番丁

Quiet residential OSM

北六番丁 has mid-rise apartments, convenience stores, and a local supermarket. Bus routes connect residents to central Sendai quickly.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Frequent bus stopsLocal supermarketMid-rise apartment buildings

南町通

Minamimachi-dori Ave.

Commercial main street OSM

南町通 is a central area known for its offices and department stores. Commuters and shoppers fill the sidewalks during business hours.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Sendai station proximityMajor department storesOffice buildingsBusy weekday traffic

堤通雨宮町

Tsutsumidori-Amamiyamachi

Residential, low-key Overture

堤通雨宮町 is a quiet residential area in Sendai with mostly apartment buildings and a few commercial spots. Residents have easy access to public transit and schools.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Sendai City Subway accessLocal schoolsConvenience storesApartment complexes

岩切

Iwakiri

Suburban family district Overture

岩切 lies on the northeastern edge of Sendai, known for its quiet streets and local shops. The area is mainly residential with well-kept parks and schools.

Cost
$$
Safety
5/5
岩切駅 accessLocal supermarketsPublic schoolsParks and green space

岩切分台

Suburban residential Overture

岩切分台 is a quiet residential area northeast of Sendai, with mainly apartment complexes and local shops. Access to central Sendai by train is straightforward and convenient.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
JR Iwakiri StationLocal schoolsParksSmall shopping centers

昭和町

Showamachi

Suburban residential Overture

昭和町 is a quiet residential area with small local shops and older apartment buildings. It attracts families and long-term residents looking for stability.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local shopping streetsCommunity parksOlder apartments

本町

Honcho

Office and shopping district Overture

本町 is a commercial area known for its offices and convenient access to transit. Retail stores, cafés, and mid-range restaurants line the streets near major business buildings.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Major subway interchangeBusiness hubChain and local eateriesDepartment stores

東六番丁

Higashirokubancho

Quiet residential Overture

東六番丁 is a mixed-use area with schools, apartments, and small businesses. Residential blocks line the main streets, and there's steady daytime activity.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Elementary and junior high schoolsLocal shopsApartment complexes

桜木町

Sakuragimachi

Urban business area Overture

桜木町 sits between Yokohama's central business district and waterfront, with big commercial complexes and offices. It has good rail connections and quick access to Minato Mirai.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Yokohama Landmark TowerMany office buildingsDirect access to Minato MiraiLarge shopping centers

燕沢

Suburban housing Overture

燕沢 is a quiet residential area in Sendai, mostly made up of detached houses and small apartment blocks. It's known for good local schools and convenient access to the Higashi-Sendai train station.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local schoolsHigashi-Sendai stationCommunity parks

片平

Student area Overture

片平 is a quiet residential neighborhood near the center of 仙台. The area is known for its university campuses and proximity to public institutions.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Tohoku University campusPublic archivesEasy tram access

自由広場

Civic center Overture

自由広場 is centered around Taipei's iconic public square, with large open spaces and historic monuments. The area's civic focus draws crowds for cultural events and political gatherings.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial HallConcerts and exhibitionsPublic protests

花京院

Kakyoin

Commuter-friendly urban zone Overture

花京院 is a mixed-use area with mid-rise apartments, business hotels, and office buildings. Many residents commute to nearby Sendai Station, which is within walking distance.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Close to Sendai StationNumerous hotelsOffice complexesApartment blocks

花京院通

Kakyoindori

Business-residential zone Overture

花京院通 is a mixed-use area near Sendai Station with business buildings, hotels, and residential towers. The streets see steady local foot traffic from commuters and residents.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Close to Sendai StationOffice and hotel clusterConvenient train access

越路

Family neighborhood Overture

越路 is a quiet residential area with mostly low-rise housing. Local shops and small parks give it a comfortable, lived-in feel.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesCompact parksLow-rise homes

車町

Kurumamachi

Quiet residential zone Overture

車町 lies near central Nagasaki, mostly residential with some local stores along quiet streets. It's close to historic sites but maintains a relaxed pace.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Proximity to Nagasaki StationLocal grocersAccess to Dejima area

長町

Nagamachi

Commuter hub Overture

長町 is a residential neighborhood in southern Sendai known for its convenient transit links and a mix of high-rise apartments and local shops. The area offers easy access to shopping malls and daily amenities.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Sendai Subway Nanboku LineThe Mall 長町Supermarkets and eateriesApartment complexes

青葉山 センタースクエア

Academic district Overture

青葉山 センタースクエア is a university-focused area with several research facilities and academic buildings. Access is mainly by subway, and daily life centers around the campus and related institutions.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Tohoku University campusSubway accessResearch institutes

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: Overture Maps | OpenStreetMap

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