Why Sendai for Pokemon Cards?
Sendai (仙台), known as the "City of Trees," is the largest city in the Tohoku region and a major Shinkansen stop between Tokyo and northern Japan. Card shops are concentrated around Sendai Station and the nearby Ichibancho shopping arcade.
For travelers heading to northern Japan, Sendai is a convenient stop for card shopping. The city offers a good selection of shops with competitive pricing, and is famous for its gyutan (beef tongue) cuisine and the beautiful Matsushima Bay nearby.
Getting to Sendai
- Tohoku Shinkansen - Sendai Station. About 90 minutes from Tokyo Station by Hayabusa.
- Sendai Subway Namboku Line - Sendai Station. City subway connecting north and south.
- From Sendai Airport - Sendai Airport Access Line to Sendai Station (about 25 minutes).
Tips for Foreign Visitors
- Ichibancho - The Ichibancho covered shopping arcade near the station has several card shops. Good for rainy day shopping.
- Payment - Major credit cards accepted at chain stores. Bring cash for independent shops.
- Gyutan - Try Sendai's famous beef tongue after card shopping. Many restaurants around the station.
- Shinkansen stop - Easy to visit as a stop between Tokyo and Hokkaido on the Shinkansen.
What You Can Find
11
Booster Boxes
10
Singles
3
PSA Graded
4
Vintage
1
English Cards
8
Oripa