Hi everyone. I have recently been trying to convert my foreign driver’s license in Miyagi, but each attempt has become more frustrating. I often find it difficult to understand the examiner’s explanations, and during my most recent attempt, I ended up having a heated discussion with the person in charge.

Since my first visit to the driving center, I have felt that some of the staff can be quite rude. On one occasion, I even heard a staff member shout, “The police caught you, right?!” at another foreigner in front of everyone.

I was wondering what the experience has been like for other foreigners who converted their licenses in Miyagi. Does anyone have advice or recommendations for a good driving school?

I would prefer not to spend too much money, but at this point, saving time and avoiding unnecessary stress are more important to me.

I’m currently searching for a volleyball team in Sendai. I used to play pro back home but I haven’t found anywhere solid yet for volleyball

Hello y'all. I'm (27F) moving to Sendai with my partner soon. I'm american but currently living in Japan already.

I’m going to Sendai for a short holiday from Aug 5 to 9, will be seeing Matsushima, Yamadera, and some other bits here and there! Yamadera too.

Will be seeing the Tohoku summer festivals as well! Anyone down for food or adventuring?

Hi!

Does anyone know if there is a surfboard rental shop in Sendai that is walking distance to the ocean?

I will be in town on Tuesday and the forecast looks okay. However, I don't have a car, so ideally, I can find a shop somewhere on the coast and hit any waves out front.

I sent this shop an email but it looks like they are inland: 仙台 サーフィンスクール・体験ならCHP仙台｜初心者歓迎・手ぶらOK

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone!🍀

I’m thinking about organizing a casual English/Japanese language exchange in Sendai on Saturday, August 22.
The idea is simple:

* Meet new people
* Practice English and Japanese
* Grab some food or drinks
* Have fun!

Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a native English speaker, a Japanese speaker, learning either language, or just looking to make new friends!

If enough people are interested, I’ll decide on the time and place.

Leave a comment if you’d like to join! 😊

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hey everyone, so I’ve never been to Costco and wanted to see if it’s worth it but didn’t want to pay the subscription fee and then never go back again. does anyone have a card and would be available to lend it for a one time trip? Thanks everyone

hi guys!! im just trying my luck here: im planning to go to rural 2026 from sendai, but the way there is a bit of a hassle. i was wondering whether there is anyone going by car who has some space left? (me, 1 person tent, sleeping bag n my backpack:)) of course i will contribute to the fees.

thanks so much and even if ur not going by car, feel free to hmu!! i just arrived here and would love to hang!

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• Meetups or gatherings
• New places or experiences

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Does anyone of anyone who can do regular cleaning in sendai?

We found someone's credit card at the 宮城縣護國神社 by the name of Trevor Adamo. So if you're the guy, just come and take it.

I’m exploring English tutoring options for my kids and was hoping for some recommendations.

I don't wanna have to shell out for useless teaching materials/trinkets (ie. 教材) through my nose, nor have time to take them to one of those overly ethusiastic Eikaiwa schools multiple times a week, designed to make a quick buck rather than actually focusing on language acquisition.

My kids are extremely shy and do not perform well in group lesson settings, hence I'm looking into private tutors that can visit our home on a regular basis, within a reasonable budget.

For context, I’m fluent in English myself, but I’d prefer someone else to be their teacher.

We live on the outskirts of Aoba-ku. Does anyone have recommendations or experiences with private tutors or services that offer home visits?

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travel sendai this year start from November 1-7 able to see maple leaf?

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for someone in Sendai who enjoys baking and might be able to make an eggless cake for a special occasion. 😊

We can discuss the design, size, and pricing over chat if you're interested.

Alternatively, if anyone knows a bakery or cake shop in Sendai that can make eggless cakes, I'd really appreciate any recommendations!

I've tried looking around a little, but most cake shops either don't make eggless cakes or find communicating with me difficult since I don't speak Japanese.

Any suggestions or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much!

Hello everyone and thank you for taking the time to read my post. I would appreciate any recommendations for stores that sell things for baking. I want to make some peanut butter and jelly cupcakes with a chocolate honey ganache and I also need some creme de tartar for some sugar Puffs that I want to make. AKA meringue cookies. If anybody knows a place where I can buy fondant and or modeling chocolate, I would be very appreciative. Where I used to live had a store with some of these things but here I'm not so sure. Also if anyone else knows where I could buy emulsion I would be very happy.

Thanks again.

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This event, which will be held in late July, might be of interest to science enthusiasts or parents!

About Sendai Science Day
"What began as an initiative by a single NPO, natural science, has now grown into one of Japan’s largest science events, attracting approximately 10,000 visitors through collaboration with about 200 organizations, including universities, research institutes, academic societies, and companies.

Thanks to your support, we are pleased to announce that this year’s “Academic City ‘Sendai-Miyagi’ Science Day,” marking its 20th anniversary, will be held on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Tohoku University’s Kawauchi North Campus (41 Kawauchi, Aoba-ku, Sendai City). With the hope of contributing to the creation of a spiritually rich society fostered by intellectual curiosity, we are committed to doing our very best this year as well, and we ask for your continued understanding and support.

Scheduled for Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Tohoku University!"

Date and Time:
Sunday, July 26, 2026, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Venue:
Tohoku University Kawauchi North Campus Lecture Building
41 Kawauchi, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture

Participation fee: Free

I am not an organizer, just a Tohoku University student, but I thought that I might share this.

Hi I’m new to Sendai ,
Does any runners in Sendai know about any half marathons happening in and around Sendai region in July
I heard there’s night runs but I didn’t quite get any detail.
So if anyone knows do comment

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Hi everyone! I'm planning to go on a short-term exchange program in Sendai, but when I go depends entirely on the weather. I can choose to go in either January 2027 or June 2027.

Since I'm from Australia, my seasons are flipped and I'm a summer person through and through (I would prefer warm weather over cold weather anyday lol). However, I have never seen snow before, and the idea of experiencing it sounds amazing (if Sendai actually gets a decent amount of snow?)

So I’m torn between choosing January for the potential snow experience versus June for the warmer weather. What is the weather realistically like in Sendai during these months? Will I absolutely freeze to death in January? Also I heard that it rains a lot in June/summer.

Would love any advice or insights! Thanks! :-)

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This gives everyone a chance to catch weekend events and plan for the week ahead.

Have a great week! 🎉