Experience colorful lanterns at Taiwan Festival
Sendai, Japan • 
Underrated
Underrated
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry, but food/merch costs may affect value.
Free entry, but food/merch costs may affect value.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples loved the beautiful lantern displays, creating a magical atmosphere for dates.
Cultural Delight
Visitors felt transported to Taiwan. Great food and exhibits for couples to enjoy.
Easy Access
Couples found the shuttle service convenient, making the festival easily accessible.
Limited Privacy
Couples noted that the crowds could make finding private moments challenging.
Potentially Crowded
Visitors worried about large crowds impacting the romantic experience at the festival.
Food Prices
Some couples felt the food and merchandise could be a bit overpriced.
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
2-6°C
December introduces winter with cold temperatures and occasional snowfall.
December introduces winter with cold temperatures and occasional snowfall.
Closed
The Taiwan Lantern Festival is not held during this month.
The Taiwan Lantern Festival is not held during this month.
Not recommended
December's cold and snowy conditions may not be ideal for outdoor events like the Taiwan Lantern Festival.
December's cold and snowy conditions may not be ideal for outdoor events like the Taiwan Lantern Festival.
January
LOW
-2-3°C
January in Sendai is cold, with temperatures ranging from -1.7°C to 3.3°C. Snowfall is common, averaging 62mm over 7.9 days. The chance of precipitation is around 45%.
January in Sendai is cold, with temperatures ranging from -1.7°C to 3.3°C. Snowfall is common, averaging 62mm over 7.9 days. The chance of precipitation is around 45%.
Closed
The Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai is not held during January.
The Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai is not held during January.
Not recommended
January is not an ideal time to experience the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai, as the event does not take place during this month.
January is not an ideal time to experience the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai, as the event does not take place during this month.
February
LOW
-3-4°C
February remains cold in Sendai, with temperatures between -3.2°C and 4.1°C. Snowfall continues, with an average of 59mm over 8 days. The chance of precipitation is around 44%.
February remains cold in Sendai, with temperatures between -3.2°C and 4.1°C. Snowfall continues, with an average of 59mm over 8 days. The chance of precipitation is around 44%.
Closed
The Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai is not held during February.
The Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai is not held during February.
Not recommended
February is not suitable for experiencing the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai, as the event does not occur during this month.
February is not suitable for experiencing the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai, as the event does not occur during this month.
March
LOW
0-8°C
March sees a gradual warming in Sendai, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 8.3°C. Rainfall increases to 92mm over 10 days. The chance of precipitation is around 42%.
March sees a gradual warming in Sendai, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 8.3°C. Rainfall increases to 92mm over 10 days. The chance of precipitation is around 42%.
Closed
The Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai is not held during March.
The Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai is not held during March.
Not recommended
March is not an appropriate time to experience the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai, as the event does not take place during this month.
March is not an appropriate time to experience the Taiwan Lantern Festival in Sendai, as the event does not take place during this month.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Bus
Car
Metro
Train
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required