Spend the Afternoon Meeting Sheep
Looking for a family-friendly detour? From nearby scenic parks to Iwanuma Sheep Village, this area is a lifesaver for families with energetic kids. After some playtime and a local lunch, stop by and try feeding the sheep, each with their own unique personality - a relaxing experience for travelers of all ages.
Travel Time: About 4 hours
Leaving Sendai Airport
Wrapping up your trip? If you aren't quite ready to head home yet, start with a tour of the beautiful parks in the area.
Sendai Airport Rinku Park
Located right alongside the Sendai Airport runway, Rinku Park is the perfect place for kids to run free and enjoy the playground. Watching planes take off and land at such close range is an absolute thrill—it’s a guaranteed hit for any young aviation fan!
Nishikiya Kitchen
Sample a variety of gourmet meals at Nishikiya Kitchen, a brand famous across Japan for its high-quality specialty curries. With so many different flavors to choose from, you’re bound to find a favorite! Once you’ve finished your meal, you can pick up a few of their signature pouches to take home as easy-to-pack souvenirs.
Iwanuma Sheep Village
A tsunami-affected village site has been reborn as a lively spot where sheep maintain the grounds and visitors can enjoy hands-on experiences, including feeding the sheep and harvesting vegetables.
Friendly sheep
I tried my hand at splitting firewood. It feels so good when it splits cleanly!
There are plenty of seasonal events.
Let’s warm up by the bonfire during the cold season.
Ainokama Park (Millennium Hope Hills)
At the Millennium Hope Hills Exchange Center, visitors can learn about reconstruction after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and explore disaster-related sites, including former residential areas.
Arriving at Sendai Airport
This local trip, perfect for stretching your legs in wide open spaces, takes about four hours by car. Renting a car is recommended.
