<p>The pedestrian walkway in the middle of Jozenji Avenue which many people walk through</p>

The pedestrian walkway in the middle of Jozenji Avenue which many people walk through (Photo: Hiroko Maruya)

Viewing the Sendai Illumination

Why don't you enjoy the contrasting views?

Hiroko Maruya Dec 23, 2014 - 1 min read

<p>The pedestrian walkway in the middle of Jozenji Avenue which many people walk through</p>

<p>At this hut, specifically prepared for the festival in Kotodai Park, you can eat and drink</p>

<p> These trees with ornaments are lit up each night in Kotodai Park</p>

<p>See the stunning illumination on Jozenji Avenue</p>

<p>Food stalls stand in Shimin Hiroba</p>

<p> Illuminations hang on the facade of a building along Jozenji Avenue</p>

<p>The entrance of the ice rink area in Shimin Hiroba, opposite of Kotodai Park</p>

<p>The Mediatheque building reflects the illuminations</p>

<p>There is a stage in front of the ice rink</p>

The "Sendai Hikari no Pageant (an illumination festival)" starts at 5:30 pm. from mid-December until December 31 in Kotodai Park, Shimin Hiroba (the square for the citizens) and Jozenji Avenue. You'll see a cozy illumination in Kotodai Park and the gorgeous illumination along Jozenji street.

You can ice skate in the rink prepared for this event free of charge at Shimin Hiroba. You can rent skates for 800 yen. You'll need to wear your cap and gloves to skate. This area has a lot of food stalls. You'll be happy to skate and eat until the illumination lights up.

The library inside the Mediatheque is also a fit place for waiting and watching the illumination going on. Let's catch the moment of lighting and enjoy a fantastic illumination festival!

Hiroko Maruya

Hiroko Maruya @hiroko.maruya