This time, I will introduce our recommended concept cafés in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, in a ranking format!
When you think of Sendai, you think of “beef tongue,” “zunda mochi,” and “sasa kamaboko,” right?
Konatsu only remembers food. I’ll introduce a variety of other things too!
- – Ranking –
- Rank 10: Maid Café Strawberry
- Rank 9: Demonic Concept Café Mania
- Rank 8: Maid Café & Bar Tenten
- Rank 7: Anison Bar Guild Sendai Kokubuncho
- Rank 6: HeartBeat
- Rank 5: Succubus Maid Café BAR Pledge Rouge
- Rank 4: CAFE & BAR 19
- 3rd Place: Nyanpontan
- 2nd Place: Anison Bar Mofuru Sendai Kokubuncho
- 1st Place: 3nen Bgumi
- – Nearby Tourist Attractions –
– Ranking –
Rank 10: Maid Café Strawberry
Maid Café “Strawberry,” located in Kokubuncho, Aoba Ward, Sendai City, features a cute concept inspired by strawberries. The café operates in two shifts, serving as a café during the day and a bar at night. You can enjoy a relaxing time in the daytime and a lively atmosphere in the evening. Unlike other establishments, different maids are present during different times of the day, allowing visitors to experience unique charms depending on their visit.
Rank 9: Demonic Concept Café Mania
“Demonic Concept Café Mania” brings a fresh breeze to Sendai’s concept café scene. You can enjoy a unique atmosphere of the demon world while spending fun time with distinctive cast members. Be sure to visit and experience the charm of the demon world; you’ll create special memories.
Rank 8: Maid Café & Bar Tenten
“Maid Café & Bar Tenten” is popular for its friendly atmosphere and diverse entertainment elements, gaining support from many customers. It’s a popular spot where you can enjoy a relaxing feel like at home in Sendai, welcoming everyone from beginners to regulars. If you’re looking for new encounters and fun times, this is definitely a place you should visit.
Rank 7: Anison Bar Guild Sendai Kokubuncho
Anison Bar Guild Sendai Kokubuncho is an attractive concept café themed around anime and anison (anime songs). This establishment, which has branches nationwide, is characterized by the enjoyment of anison karaoke. Famous anison tracks play in the café, making visitors naturally want to sing along to the melodies. Even those who aren’t good at singing can enjoy the music, making it popular with a wide range of customers. Regular events are also held, allowing guests to enjoy special nights.
Rank 6: HeartBeat
“HeartBeat” is the only place in Sendai where you can experience energetic live performances up close. It’s popular among a wide age range because it’s easy to enjoy, even for first-time visitors. With abundant opportunities for interaction with your favorite cast members and special events, unique experiences await you here. The café is also actively involved in idol activities that energize the local community, with exciting live shows and meet-ups to look forward to.
Rank 5: Succubus Maid Café BAR Pledge Rouge
“Succubus Maid Café BAR Pledge Rouge” is a unique café and bar themed around another world. Here, cute succubus maids provide hospitality with their own distinctive charm. The interior is decorated in a dark style that exudes an atmosphere of the demon world, offering a sense of the extraordinary. It’s especially recommended for those looking to spend a fun time in Kokubuncho, a bustling area in Tohoku.
Rank 4: CAFE & BAR 19
CAFE & BAR 19 is a concept café located in the center of Sendai City. It opened as a casual spot where you can fulfill your desire to “drink with cute girls!” reminiscent of an old-fashioned café. Unlike other concept cafés, it doesn’t have a flashy impression; instead, it provides a calm atmosphere where friendly cast members ensure a pleasant time.
3rd Place: Nyanpontan
Nyanpontan is a maid café located in the center of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The concept of the café is to provide a fun time for customers with maids wearing cat ears. Unlike other establishments, the interior is wrapped in a whimsical atmosphere, creating a space where anime and game lovers can resonate with each other.
2nd Place: Anison Bar Mofuru Sendai Kokubuncho
Anison Bar Mofuru Sendai Kokubuncho is the perfect spot for fans of anime, games, and idols. Especially since there is no karaoke, it provides a calm environment to discuss anime songs, making it easy to enjoy. Customers can mingle with others who share the same hobbies while listening to anime songs and game music playing in the background.
1st Place: 3nen Bgumi
3nen Bgumi is a newly opened school-themed concept café as of spring 2024. Its greatest charm lies in the student-themed decor and the atmosphere created by the cute cast members in uniforms. Customers can enjoy warm service while reminiscing about their nostalgic school days.
Sendai has a very high number of concept cafés in the Tohoku region!
It might be easier to find a concept you love.
If you’re interested, please visit the concept café of your choice!
– Nearby Tourist Attractions –
Sendai City is divided into five districts: Aoba Ward, Miyagino Ward, Wakabayashi Ward, Taihaku Ward, and Izumi Ward. Sendai Station is located on the eastern side of Aoba Ward.
It seems that all the top 10 stores in this ranking are located in “Aoba Ward, Sendai City”! The area around Sendai Station particularly has many buildings and commercial facilities.
This time, I will introduce some outing spots around Sendai Station and famous tourist attractions in Sendai!
tekute Sendai・tekute dining
First, let me introduce a commercial facility located inside Sendai Station!
“tekute Sendai” reopened in 2021 after renovations. It is a very clean commercial facility with many shops. In 2024, the restaurant area “tekute dining” opened, featuring dining establishments that are making their debut in Sendai, loved by both tourists and locals. You can buy souvenirs and enjoy local gourmet foods, making it a place where you can fully enjoy Sendai!
AER・Observation Terrace
After a 2-minute walk from Sendai Station via the pedestrian deck, you will arrive at the complex building “AER”.
From the 1st to 4th floors, there is a commercial facility called “Shop & Wonder AER”, and from the 5th to 8th floors, there are public facilities such as the Sendai City Small and Medium Enterprises Activation Center, conference rooms, and multipurpose halls.
From the 9th to 30th floors, there are offices and clinic spaces, easily accessible via dedicated high-speed elevators for both low and high floors.
Additionally, there is a free observation terrace on the 31st floor, where you can overlook the cityscape of Sendai!
Sendai Asahi Market
This market, located a 5-minute walk from Sendai Station, is rich in fresh produce from Miyagi. It features various shops offering affordable fresh foods and a variety of gourmet spots, making it a great place for shopping and dining. Amid the urban development around Sendai Station, this market provides a precious opportunity to experience a nostalgic atmosphere.
Sendai Castle Ruins
Sendai Castle was built by the famous warlord “Date Masamune.” It was managed until the Meiji period but was mostly destroyed by fire in the 15th year of Meiji.
Today, it has become a place where you can learn about the castle ruins and the history of Sendai Castle.
Osaki Hachimangu Shrine
This Osaki Hachimangu Shrine was also built by the warlord “Date Masamune,” like Sendai Castle.
It features intricate craftsmanship and was designated as a national treasure in 1952 due to its beautiful appearance.
Every September, rituals such as Noh and Kagura performances, portable shrines, and yabusame are held as part of the festival.
It is easily accessible by bus from Sendai Station!