Sendai Castle Ruins (Aoba Cast

Sendai Castle Ruins (Aoba Castle Ruins) is one of the must-see attractions in Sendai, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Sendai city and feel the historical atmosphere of the Date Masamune era. The most attractive thing is the majestic statue of Masamune Date on horseback standing on the city tracks. The whole place is full of Japanese ancient city atmosphere, plus there are restaurants and souvenir shops nearby. After walking, you can enjoy a cup of tea and feel the tranquil atmosphere.

Recommended routes for Sendai Castle Trail:
Take a bus or drive over from the city and walk up the mountain to feel the natural beauty of Mount Aoba. The ruins of the city gate can be seen at the entrance. It is quite comfortable to walk all the way up. It takes about 20 minutes to walk to the statue of Masamune. The key photo spots are the bronze statue of Ida Masamune and the observation deck, which can be photographed together with the Sendai city view. You can then visit the small exhibition hall in the city to read about the history of Sendai Castle and the Date family.

Must-play items:
- Take a photo of Masamune Ida's horseback riding statue: Sendai's most classic landmark, beautiful sunset or sunny.
- City Trail Observation Deck: Overlooking the entire Sendai view, especially on clear days as far away as the Pacific Ocean.
- History Exhibition Hall: Read the short stories related to Sendai Castle and Date Masamune, suitable for those interested in history.
- Restaurants and souvenir shops: After walking around the city, you can come to the restaurant to try Japanese desserts or buy souvenirs.

Check-in spot recommendation:
1. Masamune Date on horseback (both front and side)
2. By the observation deck, the large background is the city
3. The ruins of the city gate and the forest view of Aoba Mountain

Attraction tips:
1. It is recommended to go up in the morning or evening time, fewer tourists, photography will not be crowded.
2. Windy in the mountains, remember to add a jacket, especially in autumn and winter.
3. The climbing road is sloping, so wear a pair of hiking shoes to walk more comfortably.
4. Some facilities have a Japanese introduction, it is recommended to download the easy translation app to view the information.
5. If driving, the number of parking lots is limited and early arrival is recommended on holidays.

Notes:
- Open all day year round, be careful when hiking on rainy days with slippery roads.
- The restaurant and souvenir shop section is only open until the afternoon, and it is recommended to visit before noon to within the early evening.
- There is a garbage sorting facility, personal garbage remember to take away and throw to the designated area.

Sendai Castle Ruins is not only a historical attraction, but also a great place to enjoy the Sendai city view and feel the samurai culture. It is perfect for tourists who know how to play, take pictures and want to relax.

Topic:
#Sendai Castle Ruins #Masamune Date #Sendai Half Day Tour #Japanese Monuments #Northeast Photography