Hapina Nakakecho Shopping Arcade

Located closest to Sendai Station, this vibrant arcade street extends from Station Front Street to beyond Atago Uesugi Avenue, connecting seamlessly with the adjacent "CLIS Road Shopping Arcade." The arcade's covered ceiling ensures a comfortable shopping and walking experience, rain or shine, and the pedestrian deck linking it to Sendai Station’s west exit adds to its convenience.

With approximately 250 stores, Hapina Nakakecho offers a diverse range of shopping and dining experiences. From nationally renowned chain restaurants to local Sendai specialties like beef tongue and sushi, the variety is unmatched. It’s also an excellent spot for souvenir shopping, featuring traditional kamaboko shops, stores with Japanese crafts, and practical options like convenience stores and drugstores.

This arcade is particularly famous as the venue for the Sendai Tanabata Festival, one of the "Three Great Festivals of Tohoku," held annually from August 6 to 8. During the festival, vibrant streamers and decorations adorn the arcade, attracting crowds of visitors and creating a festive, colorful atmosphere.