Sendai — the academic capital of the Tohoku region — is supported by our bilingual team. We help international students at Tohoku University, Japanese language school students, and professionals working near Sendai Station find the right neighborhood.
The major Sendai neighborhoods most popular with foreign residents, summarized.
The hub for shinkansen, subway, and bus lines. Shops and restaurants are all within walking distance. Ideal for frequent travelers, but rents are the city's highest.
A quiet residential-and-government district. Easy access to the prefectural and city offices via Kotodai-koen subway station. Balanced living environment.
Walking distance (or one station) from Sendai Station. Rents are lower than the station area, with parks, supermarkets, and large shopping centers nearby. Popular with families and students.
On the Namboku subway line, 1–2 stations from Sendai Station. Close to Tohoku University's Katahira campus and Sendai Medical Center — favored by medical staff and researchers.
A popular choice for Tohoku University's international students and researchers. Direct campus bus lines and a quiet academic atmosphere. Walking-distance units go quickly.
Close to Sendai's Japanese language schools, with plenty of furnished share houses and apartments aimed at international students. Rents are relatively affordable.
Approximate figures for 2026. Actual rents vary with building age and station distance.
| Area | Studio / 1K | 1LDK | 2LDK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sendai Station Area | ¥65,000–¥85,000 | ¥90,000–¥120,000 | ¥120,000–¥160,000 |
| Kamisugi / Kotodai | ¥55,000–¥75,000 | ¥80,000–¥110,000 | ¥110,000–¥140,000 |
| Tsutsujigaoka / Miyagino | ¥50,000–¥70,000 | ¥75,000–¥100,000 | ¥100,000–¥130,000 |
| Itsutsubashi / Kitayonbancho | ¥55,000–¥75,000 | ¥80,000–¥110,000 | ¥110,000–¥140,000 |
| Tohoku University Area | ¥45,000–¥65,000 | ¥70,000–¥95,000 | ¥90,000–¥120,000 |
| Ichibancho / Hachiman | ¥45,000–¥60,000 | ¥70,000–¥90,000 | ¥90,000–¥110,000 |
Sendai is a student and research city, so guarantor companies and owners are relatively experienced working with foreign tenants.
English-capable real estate agents are still scarce in Sendai. SUMUIE handles a broad range of Sendai listings bilingually, so you can complete a contract entirely in English.
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