Sendai / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around Sendai
Sendai combines wooded avenues and riverside paths with views from the former castle site. Akiu’s waterfall is a trip into the city’s western outskirts.
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Sendai Castle Site
From the former castle grounds, frame the equestrian statue of Date Masamune against the city below. Reconstructed stone walls remain at the site.
Search Google MapsZuihoden Mausoleum
From the visitor approach, frame the colourful facade and roof details of the mausoleum. Admission is charged. Private photos are allowed. Apply in advance for commercial or group photography.
Search Google MapsJozenji-dori Avenue
The central pedestrian promenade gives a view along Jozenji-dori’s rows of trees. Use the avenue to lead the eye through the frame and stay off the traffic lanes.
Search Google MapsSendai Mediatheque
From the pavement on Jozenji-dori, photograph the transparent facade of Sendai Mediatheque with the trees in front. Keep the pavement clear for passersby.
Search Google MapsAER Observation Terrace
Take the lift to the free observation terrace on AER’s 31st floor. Frame the city through the windows and check opening times before your visit.
Search Google MapsNishi Park
Follow the riverside path in Nishi Park and frame the Hirose River with the trees along its bank. Cherry blossoms add colour in spring when they are in bloom.
Search Google MapsTsutsujigaoka Park
In cherry blossom season, photograph the weeping trees from a park path and include the branches overhead. Bloom timing changes each year.
Search Google MapsAkiu Otaki Falls
At Akiu Otaki, use the viewing platform to frame the waterfall among the wooded slopes. Check local path and bear alerts before travelling and stay on the platform.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Discover Sendai, Sendai Castle site
- Discover Sendai, Zuihoden Mausoleum
- Zuihoden, photography applications
- Discover Sendai, Jozenji-dori Avenue
- Discover Sendai, a walk through Jozenji-dori
- Discover Sendai, AER observatory
- Discover Sendai, Nishi Park
- Discover Sendai, Tsutsujigaoka Park
- City of Sendai, Akiu Otaki viewpoint
- City of Sendai, black bear information
- Sendai Mediatheque, exterior and Jozenji-dori trees
- AER, observation terrace hours and admission
- Zuihoden, admission and accessibility
- City of Sendai, Mediatheque viewpoint on Jozenji-dori
- Miyagi Tourism Association, Akiu Otaki viewpoint
- Zuihoden, Japanese photography rules