[Miyagi] Enjoy seasonal flower fields from spring to autumn! 3 recommended spots

We'll introduce you to flower fields in Miyagi Prefecture where you can experience the four seasons!

Michinoku Mori-no-Umi National Park

Photo posted by shi-k (@shizuko1120) – October 16, 2016 at 2:53am PDT

The expansive Michinoku Lakeside Park
is the only national park in Tohoku.
Many events, including live music and parent-child events, are held here throughout the year.
The park's vast 647-hectare grounds are also filled with flowers in full bloom throughout the year, delighting visitors.

Poppies are in full bloom from early June when the weather starts to warm up.
The red and pink flowers are so beautiful.

Photo by TANAKA Juuyoh – View / Scenery (2009) / Size-adapted.

Kochia blooms in late September

Photo posted by jiro / Main acc. (@i_r0j1) – Nov 3, 2016 at 2:35am PDT

The round red shape is very unique
Furthermore, it is brightly lit up at night, making it the perfect date spot for couples

The lakeside park is also equipped with athletic facilities, boats, and playground equipment, making it a popular spot for families of all ages, from children to the elderly, to enjoy all day long.
Why not bring a picnic lunch and enjoy yourself?

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Sanbongi Sunflower Hill

Sunflower fields stretch out endlessly into the distance.
Why not go and see this scenery that can only be enjoyed in the summer?

Photo posted by GenderFreeman (@genderfreeman63) – Aug 15, 2016 at 4:08am PDT

Sanbongi, Osaki city, is located in the north of Miyagi prefecture.
Sanbongi's Sunflower Hill is a famous sunflower field in the prefecture.
It is the second largest in Japan!

The best time to see the sunflowers is in August. Approximately 420,000 sunflowers bloom in the 6-hectare field. It's
so vast that it almost looks like a maze!

Photo posted by Mika (@mika__223) – Aug 12, 2016 at 4:38pm PDT

There are well-maintained walking trails between the sunflowers, which have grown to about the height of a person.
Looking down from the hill, the sunflower field looks like a carpet of yellow.

Photo posted by Mika (@mika__223) – Aug 10, 2016 at 5:21am PDT

If you're tired from walking, how about some cold ice cream?

Photo posted by Chie Otomo (@haruhichi) – Aug 11, 2016 at 2:29am PDT

"Himawari Aisu-chan" contains sunflower seeds
and is a popular ice cream with an irresistible fragrant texture.
Shaved ice and light meals are also sold at the rest area.
It's like a picnic!

Be sure to visit Sanbongi to see the vast sunflower fields!

Photo posted by hotaruuu☺︎ (@i_am_hotaru) – Aug 19, 2016 at 7:30pm PDT

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Kami Town, Yakurai Garden

Kami Town is located in the north of Miyagi Prefecture.
Yakurai Garden is located in Kami Town, which is famous for its rice production even within Miyagi. It is
a 40-minute drive from the nearest station, Furukawa Station.
Going through the rural area with its rice fields and heading towards Mt. Yakurai, you will reach the entrance to Yakurai Resort.

The garden boasts a total area of ​​150,000 square meters and is home to approximately 400 different types of plants. Tulips are in season in the spring, sunflowers and lavender in the summer, and the even more gorgeous salvia and cosmos in the fall. The scenery of seasonal flowers in full bloom throughout the seasons is overwhelming.
There is also a herb garden and a rose garden, which are a feast for the eyes and noses of walkers.

Photo posted by Toshihiro Funaki (@hiten_haro) – Jun 10, 2016 at 9:46am PDT

The Easter events in May and June and the time in October when the salvia flowers are in full bloom are especially popular. The
endless red carpet is a spectacular sight.

On a clear day, the countryside at the foot of the mountain spreads out below you, making the scenery even more beautiful.
Soft-serve ice cream is also popular as a break from your stroll!
Its rich flavor is incredibly popular! Eating it outside makes it even more delicious!

Photo posted by Shigeki Sato (@shigeki5656) – Jun 26, 2016 at 1:31am PDT

There are also hot springs, restaurants, and a souvenir center in the area where you can buy local vegetables and souvenirs.
The cheap, fresh vegetables and gelato made with local ingredients are popular,
so be sure to stop by.

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