In Miyagi Prefecture, cherry blossoms typically reach full bloom around mid-April each year, and the season is bustling with cherry blossom viewers. There are many recommended cherry blossom viewing spots around the four properties (as of April 2023) of the share house brand "Roopt" in the prefecture. This time, we will introduce cherry blossom viewing spots in Shiogama City, Matsushima Town, Higashi-Matsushima City, and Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, focusing on those accessible by car! Please refer to this when planning your cherry blossom viewing.
The cherry blossoms at Shiogama Shrine, boasting over 1000 years of history, are one of Miyagi Prefecture's famous cherry blossom spots. Many varieties of cherry blossoms bloom across the spacious grounds, and you can enjoy various expressions of the cherry blossoms combined with the unique scenery of the shrine, such as the gardens and approach. If the weather is good, you can also get a panoramic view of Shiogama Bay and the islands of Matsushima beyond, and it's a place with atmosphere even on rainy days.
Address: 1-1 Ichimoriyama, Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture 985-8510 Access: 10-minute walk from Hon-Shiogama Station on the JR Senseki Line Parking: Available
Saigyo Modoshi no Matsu Park in Matsushima Town is named after a legend: "During his travels, the Kamakura period poet-monk Saigyo encountered a young boy under a large pine tree, engaged in a Zen dialogue, and, defeated, turned back." The view of Matsushima, one of Japan's three most scenic spots, seen through the cherry blossoms, is simply breathtaking. The café "le Roman" located within this park offers views of Matsushima through its glass windows, making it a recommended spot even outside of cherry blossom season.
Address: 2 Inuta, Matsushima, Matsushima Town, Miyagi District, Miyagi Prefecture 981-0213 Access: 5-minute drive from Matsushima-Kaigan Station on the JR Senseki Line Parking: Available
Takiyama Park, located on a hill, has an observation deck offering panoramic views of the city, where you can enjoy watching the Blue Impulse flight training. In spring, approximately 500 cherry trees bloom, making it a recreational spot for citizens regardless of the season. With many stairs and slopes, it's also recommended for a light workout.
Address: 118-4 Yamoto Kamidate-shita, Higashi-Matsushima City, Miyagi Prefecture 981-0503 Access: 10-minute drive from Kazuma Station or Yamoto Station on the JR Senseki Line Parking: Available
Hiyoriyama Park in Ishinomaki City, where you can overlook the recovery efforts from the Great East Japan Earthquake, is also a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in the prefecture during spring. Cherry blossoms bloom from the hilltop down to the foot of the mountain, making it a rare place where you can look down on the cherry blossoms. Since the park gets very crowded with cars during the cherry blossom season, we recommend using public transportation if possible.
Address: 2-2 Hiyorigaoka, Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture 986-0833 Access: 20-minute walk from JR Ishinomaki Station Parking: Available
Prefectural Natural Park Asahiyama in Ishinomaki City is characterized by its torii gate and cherry blossom scenery. You can enjoy the cherry blossom view both at the entrance of the shrine and at the summit of the mountain. On a clear day, you can get a panoramic view of Ishinomaki, making it perfect for hiking.
Address: Asahiyama, Kitamura, Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture 987-1103 Access: 25-minute drive from JR Ishinomaki Station, 10-minute drive from JR Maeyachi Station Parking: Available
Finally, we introduce the cherry blossoms blooming around Hitsujizaki Shrine. Located about a 15-minute drive from Ishinomaki Station, it's a quiet and clear-aired spot where you'll feel comfortable just being there. In autumn, it becomes a spectacular spot for autumn leaves, so please enjoy the seasonal changes in spring and autumn.
Address: 7 Minato Makiyama, Ishinomaki City, Miyagi Prefecture 986-0011 Access: 15-minute drive from JR Ishinomaki Station Parking: Available
The share house brand "Roopt" offers many properties where you can not only move into a share house but also stay overnight. When going cherry blossom viewing with family or friends, you are welcome to stay the night before or relax with drinks at your accommodation after viewing the cherry blossoms. For stays during cherry blossom or autumn foliage seasons, please consult Roopt.
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