Gourmet food and sightseeing spots around Rakuten Mobile Park
Mar 04,2025 Update
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Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi is not only a venue for Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles games but also surrounded by many attractive spots. Knowing about the dining options and family-friendly tourist attractions you can visit before and after games will enhance your experience when you visit.
This article introduces basic information about Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi, how to access it, ways to enjoy it, and nearby dining and tourist spots. If you're planning to visit Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi, please read this article.
Table of Contents
1. Basic Information about Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
1-1. How to Access Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
1-2. Ways to Enjoy Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
2. Dining Options Around Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
2-1. Yoshokuya OBARA Onion Tomato
2-2. Chinese Restaurant Unryu
2-3. Tsutsujigaoka no Shokutaku eato
2-4. Momoyama Shokudo
3. Tourist Attractions Near Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
3-1. Smile Glico Park
3-2. Tsutsujigaoka Park
3-3. Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium
3-4. Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port
Summary
1. Basic Information about Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi is the home stadium of the professional baseball team "Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles." It's popular not only for baseball but also as a stadium where you can enjoy various events and attractions. First, let me introduce how to access Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi and ways to enjoy it.
1-1. How to Access Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
(Source: RAKUTEN EAGLES/https://www.rakuteneagles.jp/stadium/access/)
You can access Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi by bullet train, regular train, or on foot.
Bullet Train
It takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes from Tokyo Station to Sendai Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen. From Sendai Station, transfer to the JR Senseki Line, get off at Miyaginohara Station, and it's about a 5-minute walk to Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi.
Subway
From Rembo Station or Yakushido Station on the subway Tozai Line, it's a 15-minute walk.
Shuttle Bus
On game days, shuttle buses operate from Sendai Station. The journey takes about 8 minutes.
On Foot
You can also walk from Sendai Station, which takes about 20 minutes.
On game days, there will be a flow of people from the station, making it easy to find your way to the stadium.
1-2. Ways to Enjoy Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
Watching baseball at Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi offers different experiences compared to typical stadiums. This is because Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi has various seating areas. Popular seats include the Picnic Box where you can stretch your legs on the grass, Box Seats perfect for group viewing, Table Seats with tables, and Party Deck. "When you reserve Party Deck seats, you receive a ticket that can be exchanged for one alcoholic or soft drink."
Tickets can be purchased on the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles official website, ticket sales websites, or at convenience stores. Popular seats may sell out, so early purchase is recommended.
At the back of the left field stands, there's a small amusement park called Smile Glico Park. With a game day ticket, you can freely enter and exit, making it perfect for families with small children.
"Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi offers a wide variety of stadium food, including Sendai's famous beef tongue, fast food, and dishes created by the players." There are also shops where you can enjoy Rakuten Eagles original craft beer, ensuring satisfaction for both children and adults.
Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi also sells souvenirs such as towels and keychains. "Cash cannot be used at Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi". Children under junior high school age who wish to receive one can get a free rechargeable Rakuten Edy card that can be used at many stores across Japan. It's perfect as a travel memento and for children's first experience with cashless payments.
2. Dining Options Around Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
There are many delicious restaurants on the way to Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi. Here are some tasty places around Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi, from restaurants serving home-style cooking to those offering hearty portions.
2-1. Yoshokuya OBARA Onion Tomato
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★Map:Onion Tomato
"Yoshokuya OBARA Onion Tomato" is where you can enjoy traditional Japanese-style Western food. "The signature dish is a hamburger steak with rich meat flavor." You can also enjoy uniquely Japanese Western dishes like omurice and spaghetti.
During lunch hours until 3 PM, you can choose from lunch-exclusive menus at affordable prices. Since they operate without a break after 3 PM, it's an ideal restaurant to visit during your sightseeing.
2-2. Chinese Restaurant Unryu
A popular restaurant near Sendai Station is "Chinese Restaurant Unryu" located near Miyagino-dori. "While Chinese dishes like mapo noodles and sauce-covered fried noodles are popular, the katsu curry is even more popular than the Chinese menu items." The katsu curry, featuring tender pork cutlet covered with plenty of curry sauce, is very filling.
The casual, cafeteria-like atmosphere is also part of "Chinese Restaurant Unryu"'s charm. With menu items suitable for everyone from children to adults, it's a good choice for family trips.
2-3. Tsutsujigaoka no Shokutaku eato
★Map:eato
During travel, you might sometimes feel like your stomach needs a break. If you want to relax with Japanese home cooking, "Tsutsujigaoka no Shokutaku eato" is recommended. Regular customers look forward to the daily lunch specials. "Meat dishes like braised pork belly and fried chicken are particularly satisfying and popular."
As it's a small restaurant with limited seating, it can fill up right after opening. Visit with plenty of time to spare.
2-4. Momoyama Shokudo
★Map:桃山食堂
"Momoyama Shokudo" is a long-established eatery located across from Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi. "It offers various menus including Chinese and Japanese cuisine and is loved by locals." If you arrive hungry, order one of the hearty set meals. Popular individual items include curry rice and five-ingredient sauce-covered fried noodles.
Since it opens from 10 AM, it's also perfect for a late breakfast. Lines may form before game time, so it's best to visit early.
3. Tourist Attractions Near Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi
There are many attractive tourist spots near Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi or a short distance away. Finally, let me introduce tourist attractions around Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi that everyone from children to adults can enjoy.
3-1. Smile Glico Park
(Source: RAKUTEN EAGLES/https://www.rakuteneagles.jp/smileglicopark/)
★Map:Smile Glico Park
Smile Glico Park, attached to Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi, is an amusement facility perfect for young children. "You can enter by paying the entrance fee even without a game ticket for that day." It features attractions that children love, such as athletic equipment, a Ferris wheel, and a merry-go-round.
There are also days when events like treasure hunts and water play are held, so check the official website in advance.
3-2. Tsutsujigaoka Park
★Map:Tsutsujigaoka Park
When it comes to tourist spots near Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi, Tsutsujigaoka Park is where you can enjoy nature throughout the seasons. "In spring, a cherry blossom festival is held, featuring not only Somei Yoshino but also various types of cherry blossoms including late-blooming weeping cherry trees." Since you can enjoy cherry blossoms for a relatively long period, if you plan to visit multiple prefectures, it's nice to appreciate the differences in how the cherry blossoms bloom.
The park has a spacious lawn area that becomes crowded with people enjoying picnics and breaks on sunny days. In summer, the fountain sculpture "Mori no Uta" creates a cool space and is popular as a water play area for children. The Sendai City Museum of History and Folklore is also located within the park, allowing you to learn about Sendai's history and culture.
3-3. Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium
★Map:Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium
Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium is an aquarium designed to create new connections between the sea and people. "The highlight is the impressive large tank that recreates the Sanriku sea." You can meet not only Japanese creatures but also rare creatures from around the world.
The "STADIUM LIVE" show featuring dolphins and sea lions is also a must-see. You can enjoy dynamic performances by animals up close. Interactive experiences with penguins and dolphins, as well as pearl extraction experiences, are also popular. As a tourist spot that can be enjoyed even on rainy days, it's good to check access and operating hours in advance.
3-4. Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port
★Map:Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port
"At Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port, the largest outlet mall in the Tohoku region, you can find items from famous domestic and international brands at discounted prices." It's easily accessible, about an 8-minute walk from Nakano-sakae Station on the JR Senseki Line.
The dining options are also excellent, with local cuisine available at the food court "Mori no Kitchen." The approximately 50-meter-high Ferris wheel "PORT FLOWER" is an excellent spot to view the scenery of Sendai Port.
Summary
Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi offers not only Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles games but also diverse attractions in the surrounding area. Western, Chinese, and Japanese restaurants serving local flavors are scattered throughout, providing satisfaction to all visitors.
Family-friendly amusement facilities like Smile Glico Park and Sendai Umino-Mori Aquarium are also plentiful, allowing you to enjoy a full day by visiting before or after watching a game.
Additionally, you can enjoy shopping at Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port, combining dining and shopping. When visiting Rakuten Mobile Park Miyagi, use this information to make the most of your time.
※This article was created based on information as of January 2025