🗺️ Daisanji Street定禅寺通

Dōzenji Street, along with "Aoba Street," is one of the main roads symbolizing Sendai, the "City of Forests." The four rows of approximately 700 meters long zelkova tree-lined avenue showcase different landscapes with the changing seasons, presenting fresh greenery in spring and vibrant autumn leaves. The center of the road features a pedestrian walkway, allowing visitors to enjoy leisurely strolls while sipping coffee. Across from Dōzenji Street is a stylish building with a full glass facade known as the "Sendai Media Center," a public facility. In addition to books, it houses audiovisual materials and serves as a hub for art and media culture activities. In December, the zelkova tree-lined avenue hosts a light festival called "Sendai Pageant of Starlight." Held annually from early December to the 31st, the event attracts over 2.8 million visitors, making it a winter highlight of Sendai. During the light festival, an event called "Starlight Wink" takes place, where all the lights temporarily go out at a specific time before being illuminated again, elevating the atmosphere of the festival to its peak.

Enjoy a moment of relaxation on the main road shaded by trees. The "Sendai Media Center" on Jozenji-dori is a world-renowned architectural masterpiece. Throughout the year, various rich events are held, such as jazz festivals and lantern festivals.