Sendai, Japan: The City of Trees, Sendai, Japan
Known as聽鈥楾he City of Trees鈥�, Sendai exudes a vibrant and friendly atmosphere even though it is a major transport hub.
Even though Sendai is a transport hub and the capital of the Miyagi Prefecture, the city is less touristy than other quintessential聽destinations.
Travelling through the Miyagi Prefecture, you can expect to see the pristine Pacific coastline, several natural parks, and soaring western snow-capped mountains.
Only 4.5 hours north of chaotic Tokyo, Sendai provides a great respite from the hordes with its urban spaces retaining a natural green environment.
A favourite haunt with locals, especially when the cherry blossoms are in bloom, tree-lined Nishikicho Park is a lovely urban space with the occasional odd sculpture.
On this Sunday visit, a huge food fair occupies a long section of the park, which is a tradition in Spring.
Crammed with stalls offering wonderful delicious food, alluring aromas waft through Nishikicho Park enticing visitors.
Dainty Japanese lanterns are strung through cherry blossom trees illuminating Nishikicho Park and creating a beautiful backdrop on this very cold evening. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Even though Sendai is a transport hub and the capital of the Miyagi Prefecture, the city is less touristy than other quintessential聽destinations.
Travelling through the Miyagi Prefecture, you can expect to see the pristine Pacific coastline, several natural parks, and soaring western snow-capped mountains.
Only 4.5 hours north of chaotic Tokyo, Sendai provides a great respite from the hordes with its urban spaces retaining a natural green environment.
A favourite haunt with locals, especially when the cherry blossoms are in bloom, tree-lined Nishikicho Park is a lovely urban space with the occasional odd sculpture.
On this Sunday visit, a huge food fair occupies a long section of the park, which is a tradition in Spring.
Crammed with stalls offering wonderful delicious food, alluring aromas waft through Nishikicho Park enticing visitors.
Dainty Japanese lanterns are strung through cherry blossom trees illuminating Nishikicho Park and creating a beautiful backdrop on this very cold evening. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Sendai, Japan: The City of Trees
Guide Location: Japan » Sendai
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Nilla Palmer
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Guide Location: Japan » Sendai
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Nilla Palmer
Read it on Author's Website:
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Nishikicho Park
- JR East Sendai Station
- Sendai Business Hotel
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