Miyagi Prefectural Citizens' Forest Central Memorial Hall (宮城県県民の森中央記念館)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A vast prefectural natural park extending into Izumi Ward, Sendai City (仙台市泉区), with walking paths and plazas laid out among rich mixed woodland. Its appeal is that admission is free and you can drop in casually, and walking during the cool morning hours wraps you in the scent of the forest and birdsong, letting you start the day pleasantly. From the observation plaza you can look out over the surrounding mountains, and a characteristic feature is that the tree shade stays cool and comfortable even in summer. It is perfect as a time for the family to get close to nature at a leisurely pace before working the body hard at the pool.

Tips

Parking is free but limited in number, so arriving early in the morning is recommended. Some paths are unpaved, so visit in easy-to-walk shoes. Insect repellent spray makes the time more comfortable.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour. A stroll in the morning, before the temperature rises, is especially pleasant

Access & map

〒981-0121 ４１ Kaminyazawa Kannosawa, Rifu Town, Miyagi District, Miyagi Prefecture (宮城県宮城郡利府町神谷沢菅野沢)