Jozen-Dori Avenue — Attraction in Sendai

Jozenji-dori Avenue is a well-known street in Sendai. Its claim to fame lies in the enchanting winter illustrations that adorn the area during the Christmas season. However, my recent visit in February revealed a different side of this street. The trees, devoid of leaves, painted a rather ordinary picture. It’s safe to say that during this period, Jozenji-dori Avenue is just like any other street. If you’re planning a visit, I recommend timing it around Christmas to experience...

So, we've all seen trees. And we've all seen trees near intersections. But this specific area has a long strip of trees that extend way high, and looks like something out of a fantasy or anime. And...

Atrocious. Cigarette butts near every bench. Rubbish. Weeds. This is the pride of the city?? Some locals clearly don’t respect it, and there’s no maintenance or upkeep....