Three places in Sendai area where autumn leaves are illuminated at night

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Three places in the Sendai area where you can enjoy the autumn foliage illumination.
Autumn, with its pleasant weather, will soon arrive! In this issue, we will introduce three places in the Sendai area where you can enjoy the autumn foliage illumination, which is a seasonal tradition. We hope you will spend a rich and colorful autumn evening at these three locations, where you can fully enjoy the colorful autumn leaves.

Zuihouden (in Sendai)

Zuihouden shrine
Zuihouden is the mausoleum of Date Masamune, the founder of the Sendai domain. There are also the mausoleums of the second Lord Tadamune and the third Lord Amimune in the precincts of the temple. In autumn, the collaboration of the colorful maple trees and the elegant Momoyama-style architecture is very attractive.
Zuihouden Nirvana Gate (lit up)
During the best season to visit, the illuminated maple leaves in the evening add brilliance and a different charm from those in the daytime, and the museum is open extended on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays during the "Autumn Foliage Tour" from November 16 to 30.
Zuihouden entrance (lit up)
Passing through the approach decorated with lanterns with family crests, you will be in a fantastic world beyond.
During the festival, the Date Busyoutai will be present on some days to entertain visitors, so please check the schedule on the official website before visiting.
Zuihouden official website

Entonji Temple (in the suburbs of Sendai)

Ento-den Enmado (round window)
Entsuji Temple, the family temple of Date Mitsumune, grandson of Date Masamune, feudal lord of Sendai, is located in Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan near Sendai. Entsuji's garden, which is said to be one of the best gardens in Matsushima, offers a variety of emotional experiences throughout the four seasons. The autumn foliage season, when the scenery looks like a painting, is especially recommended.
Entsuden stone garden (lit up)
During the special nighttime viewing, you can enjoy the fantastic and beautiful sight of the grounds lit up. The karesansui (dry landscape garden) has a different atmosphere than during the daytime and soothes both body and soul.
En-todo Pond (lit up)
The autumn leaves illuminated by the gentle light are elegant, and the surface of the pond reflects the leaves like a mirror. Visitors can immerse themselves in a breathtakingly beautiful world both day and night.
Entsunomori Autumn Leaves Light-up 2024

Akiurumina (Sendai Akiu area)

Lei Dakyo Maple Tree Trail (lit up)
The light and art festival "Akiu lumina - akiu lumina - Hikari no mori 2024" is a collaborative event of the Sendai-Akiho region, held in conjunction with the autumn leaf season.
During the event, "Leidakyo Momiji no Komichi Light-up" is held at Leidakyo Gorge, one of Akiu's most popular tourist spots, attracting many visitors every year.
Tenshukaku Nature Park (lit up)
The "Tenshukaku Nature Park: Akiu Night Museum," a Japanese garden composed of Akiu stones and illuminated with autumn leaves, creates a Japanese beauty.
Museums at night
Other colorful lights illuminate the night in Akiu, such as "Akiu no Mori: Sasaki Museum of Art & Doll Museum Night Museum Projection Mapping. In addition, gourmet food from local restaurants, which will be open at night only during this period, is also recommended!
Akiurumina 2024

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