The Gardens of Zuiho-ji

A temple near the mausoleum of Date Masamune

Maren Pauli Nov 16, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>A fern grows on the roof tiles at Zuiho Temple</p>

<p>The temple garden at Zuiho-ji has beautiful details to capture in a picture</p>

<p>Some of the bushes are turning red in autumn</p>

<p>You can't see the main building from the entrance as there is a big tree in front of it - walk around and have a look!</p>

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If you happen to visit one of Sendai's most interesting sights, Zuihoden, then stop by Zuiho-ji. The temple is also located in Kyogamine Park, about thirty minutes on foot from Sendai Station. What I found especially interesting was that you can't see the main building when you enter through the gate, as there is a big tree right in front of it. If you're as curious as me, you'll definitely walk around the garden a bit to see what's behind that tree.

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Maren Pauli @maren.pauli

Born and raised in Berlin, Germany, I realized that my hometown is a village when I first came to Tokyo over 10 years ago. I love to experience the world and show people what I discover, so I never travel without my camera. One of my favorite hobbies is getting lost, as I have no sense of directi...