PLUM TREES IN SENDAI

PLUM TREES IN SENDAI

In March, red and white plum flowers can be seen in some famous spots. Below is a couple of places you can appreciate Plum Flowers in Sendai.

Zuiganji temple: At the chumon（中門） gate in the garden of the main temple of Zuiganji, there is a famous plum tree called Garyubai, Lying Dragon. It is 400 years old and has both red and white double flowers. You can see this natural treasure that the lord Date Masamune brought back from Korea and planted by himself here.

Michinoku (Mori-no Kohan Koen) Park: Not only plum flowers but also a variety of flowers are begin to blossom in March. You can see colorful carpet-like lively flower garden throughout the year.

Tips: Plum flowers are beautiful and the fruits are very popular among Japanese people. Pickled plums and sweet plum wine are not only delicious but also very good for our health.