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

Introducing flower garden spots in Miyagi Prefecture where you can experience the four seasons!

National Michinoku-Mori Lakeside Park

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

Michinoku Lakeside Park is vast.
It is the only national park in Tohoku.
Many events are held throughout the year, including live events and parent-child events.
In addition, the park, which has a vast area of ​​647 hectares, is full of flowers that are in full bloom throughout the year, pleasing the eyes of tourists.

Poppies are in full bloom from early June, when spring warms up.
The red and pink flowers are very beautiful.

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

Kochia blooms in late September.

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

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

The lakeside park has many athletic facilities, boats, and play equipment, making it very popular with families as everyone from children to the elderly can play all day long.
Why not bring your own lunch and go on a picnic!

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Sanbongi Sunflower Hill

A field of sunflowers that stretches far and wide.
Why not go and see this scenery that can only be enjoyed in summer?

Photo posted by Jenfuri (@genderfreeman63) – 2016 August 15 4:08am PDT

Sanbongi, Osaki City, located in the northern part of Miyagi Prefecture.
Sunflower Hill in Sanbongi is a famous sunflower field in the prefecture.
Its size is the second largest in Japan!

The best time to see them is August.
Approximately 420,000 sunflowers are in full bloom in a 6-hectare field. It's so big it's like a maze!

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

There is a well-maintained walking course among the sunflowers that have grown to about the same height.
The sunflower field overlooking from the small hill looks like a yellow carpet has been spread all over it.

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

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

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

``Himawari Aisu-chan'', which contains sunflower seeds,
is a popular ice cream with an irresistible fragrant texture.
Shaved ice and snacks are also sold at the rest area.
Feels like a picnic!

Please come to Sanbongi to see the vast sunflower field!

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

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Kami Town/Yakurai Garden

Kami Town is located in the northern part of Miyagi Prefecture.
Yakurai Garden is located in Kami-cho, which is famous for its rice production in Miyagi.
40 minutes by car from the nearest station, Furukawa Station.
As you pass through a rural area filled with rice fields and head toward Mt. Yakurai, you will reach the entrance to Yakurai Resort.

Approximately 400 types of plants are grown in the garden, which boasts a total area of ​​150,000 square meters.
The best times to see are tulips in spring, sunflowers and lavender in summer, and even more gorgeous salvias and cosmos in autumn. The scenery of seasonal flowers blooming in all seasons is overwhelming. There is also an herb garden and a rose garden, which please the eyes and noses of people walking by.

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

Particularly popular are the Easter events in May and June, and the time when salvia flowers are in full bloom in October.
The red carpet that stretches out everywhere is a sight to behold.

On a clear day, the countryside at the foot of the mountain spreads out below, making the scenery even more beautiful.
And when you take a break from walking, soft serve ice cream is popular!
Very popular for its rich flavor! Eating outside makes it even more delicious!

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

There are also hot springs, restaurants, and a souvenir center where you can buy local vegetables and souvenirs in the surrounding area.
Cheap and fresh vegetables and gelato made with local ingredients are popular.
Please stop by and check it out.

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