From the legendary rice paddies of the Sendai Plain to the pristine Pacific waters, archiving the premium seasonal outputs of the Miyagi heartland.
Archiving the geological and atmospheric strata that define the Miyagi heartland.
The **Sendai Plain** is built upon nutrient-rich alluvial deposits from the Hirose and Natori rivers. This fine-grain soil strata provides exceptional moisture retention, creating the technical "Gold Standard" environment required for the delicate **Sasanishiki** rice grain.
Edaphic Note: High Nutrient Density / River Basin Drainage
During the growing season, the region is influenced by the **Yamase**—cool, moisture-laden maritime winds from the Okhotsk high. This natural thermal regulator prevents heat stress in cattle and ensures a slow, high-integrity maturation for edamame (Zunda) crops.
Atmospheric Note: Maritime Cooling / UV Regulation
Sendai's Sasanishiki rice is world-renowned for its technical non-sticky texture and clean finish. Unlike modern chewy variants, it maintains a light grain separation that is considered the "Gold Standard" by sushi masters for its ability to absorb vinegar and complement maritime lipids.
Alluvial Sendai Plain Strata.
Premium Sushi & High-Clarity Sake.
"The Sasanishiki grain allows the flavor of the fish to lead, providing a structural dashi-like background rather than competing with the toppings."
Premium StapleArchiving the high-sugar yields of the Miyagi basin.
Miyagi is a primary exporter of **Mouri** and **Tochiotome** strawberries. These are engineered for a high brix-count (sweetness) and are a winter-to-spring staple at the Sendai Morning Market.
While Zunda is the icon, the region archives a "Mochi Protocol" including **Walnut (Kurumi)** and **Ginger (Shoga)** pastes, reflecting the diverse agricultural yields of the surrounding rural districts.
A high-protein red miso (Akamiso) with a 400-year lineage. Known for its saltiness and depth, it was originally engineered as an essential military ration for Date Masamune's army.
The botanical source of Zunda. Harvested during the peak summer humidity to maximize sugar content, these beans are crushed to create the city's iconic emerald sweets.
Considered the highest-ranked wagyu in Japan (A5/B5 only). Raised on local Sasanishiki rice stalks, resulting in a unique intramuscular fat strata with an exceptionally low melting point.
Located just steps from the station. The primary vector for seasonal Miyagi fruit, fresh Pacific catch, and the regional "Mochi" strata.
Open: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PMThe logistical center for processed yields: Zunda assets, boxed Sasakama fish cakes, and vacuum-sealed Gyutan for transit.
Open: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PMArchiving the flow of assets between Sendai and the rest of the archipelago.
Sendai continues its 400-year mission as a food base, exporting massive volumes of **Sasanishiki** and **Hitomebore** rice to the Kanto (Tokyo) markets.
The city exports high-density industrial assets, including **automotive components**, **semiconductors**, and electronic devices manufactured in the Sendai-Shiogama port district.
Miyagi's world-class **oysters** and processed **Sasa Kamaboko** (fish cakes) are distributed to luxury markets across Japan.
To support local industry, Sendai imports vast quantities of **petroleum**, **coal**, and bulk feed for the region's livestock.
As the "Gateway to Tohoku," Sendai imports high-end retail goods, **processed food products**, and international luxury items from the Kanto and Kansai regions.
The city imports heavy machinery and specialized transportation equipment to maintain its high-speed rail and maritime infrastructure.
Sendai’s economic health is tied to its dual role: a primary producer of agricultural excellence and a sophisticated hub for industrial and consumer distribution.