[2025 Sendai Attraction] Travel Guide for Mikamine Park (Updated Mar)

As soon as you step in, you’re surrounded by over 750 sakura trees, each bursting with soft pink petals. It honestly feels like you’ve walked into a real-life fairytale! The park is a little elevated, so you get this breathtaking panoramic view of Sendai while being completely wrapped in pink. And the best part? It’s not super crowded like other famous spots, so you can take cute photos without worrying about a ton of people in the background. I went with my besties, and we had the cutest picnic under the cherry trees—it felt so magical just sitting there, sipping matcha lattes, and watching the petals flutter around like tiny pink snowflakes. If you’re into photography, this place is a must-visit. Every corner is just picture-perfect! And if you stay until sunset, the golden glow on the blossoms makes everything look so romantic. Whether you go with friends, a special someone, or even solo, Mikamine Park is the place to experience the magic of sakura season in Sendai.

Mikamine Park is one of Sendai’s hidden cherry blossom gems, known for its diverse collection of cherry trees. The park features over 750 cherry trees of different varieties, ensuring a longer blooming season compared to other locations. The park’s elevation provides stunning panoramic views of Sendai city, making it a great photography spot. During peak bloom, the park attracts many locals who come for hanami picnics under the pink blossoms. Unlike more commercialized cherry blossom sites, Mikamine Park retains a peaceful and natural atmosphere, making it perfect for those who want a relaxing experience. There are walking paths, playgrounds, and open spaces, making it suitable for families, couples, and solo visitors alike. Since it’s located a bit outside the city center, it’s less crowded than other popular spots. If you’re looking for a spacious, scenic, and relaxing cherry blossom location, Mikamine Park is highly recommended.

#cherryblossom2024 In Mikamina Park, around a large green meadow, hundreds of cherry trees bloom every year from mid to late April. It is good to admire flowers and take pictures here. How to get there At Sendai Station, take the Namboku Subway Line and get to Nagamachi Minami Station. From there to the entrance to the park — 23 minutes on foot or nine minutes by taxi. A walk or a picnic If you come here in the spring, when the cherries are in bloom, be sure: there will definitely be a stunning view on the vast territory of the park. Here you can buy festive food at kiosks — for example, spicy grilled chicken skewers or takoyaki with octopus. Finally, take a walk through the park and take beautiful pictures of cherry blossoms.