I was lucky to visit during wisteria season—absolutely beautiful! It really felt like stepping into a paradise on earth.
Byodoin | Review by 魏珍珍
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Nishi Park (Sendai)
The oldest urban park in Sendai, opened in 1875. It originated from the site once known as Sakuragaoka Park. The hilly area, once lined with samurai residences, was developed into a park, where large trees such as zelkova and ginkgo are scattered throughout, creating a rich natural setting in every season.
A super convenient park right in the city center, but with a really laid-back vibe. It’s not far from Aoba-dori or the subway station, so it’s an easy walk and a great spot to take a break in the middle of shopping.
There are lots of trees, and on a nice day it feels great to sit on a bench and enjoy the breeze. It gets really crowded when the cherry blossoms are in bloom in spring. It feels kind of like Sendai’s everyday neighborhood park for a casual stroll. Usually it’s not packed with tourists, and it’s more of a local spot for walking dogs, jogging, or letting kids run around. -
Asahi Beer Oyamazaki Villa Museum of Art
The museum is based on a villa built by Shotaro Kaga, an Osaka businessman who participated in the founding of Nikka Whiskey with Masataka Taketsuru. It is located at the foot of Mt. Tennozan, which separates Kyoto and Osaka and was the scene of the decisive "Battle of Yamazaki".
The Water Lilies series was Monet's main theme in his later years. He's truly a master of French Impressionism.
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Yunoshimakan
This historic hot springs inn was built in 1931, when the Gero Onsen area was still called “Yunoshima”. It sits halfway up Mt. Nakane, the mountain nicknamed “Gero Fuji” to envoke an extra since of luxe, relaxing nature. The inn was built many years ago but keeps a wooden, updated aesthetic of fused Japanese and Western design for a modern classic look and feel.
This historic hot spring hotel once hosted Emperor Showa. It's full of history.