Cherry Blossom Viewing in Sendai - Shiroishi Riverbank's "Hitome Senbonzakura"

Located in Funaoka Town, south of Sendai, the Shiroishi Riverbank stretches for eight kilometers and is home to over a thousand cherry trees, including the famous Somei Yoshino variety. Known as "Hitome Senbonzakura," this spot is one of Japan's premier cherry blossom viewing destinations. Whether strolling along the riverbank, gazing from the Senbon Bridge, or enjoying the view from the ruins of Funaoka Castle, visitors are sure to be awestruck by the vast sea of cherry blossoms. To enjoy this scenic route, start from Sendai Station and take the JR Tohoku Main Line to Funaoka Station, a journey of about 30 minutes. From there, walk along the Shiroishi Riverbank towards Ogawara Station, covering approximately three kilometers of blooming cherry blossoms. The scenery is reminiscent of the famous "Sewari-tei" and leaves a lasting impression!