Michinoku Mori no Kohan Park: Four Seasons at Tohoku's Largest National Park

Michinoku Mori no Kohan Park

Kokuei Michinoku Mori no Kohan Park in Kawasaki, Miyagi, is Tohoku's largest national park (approx. 700 ha) spread along the shores of Kamafusa Reservoir. Beautiful seasonal flowers and abundant nature activities make it a year-round destination.

Seasonal Events

• Spring (April–May): Cherry blossoms, tulips, and canola flowers carpet the grounds
• Early Summer (June): Roses, poppies, and lavender
• Summer (July–August): Sunflower fields
• Autumn (September–October): Cosmos peak bloom
• Winter (December–February): Illumination events

Facilities and Activities

• Athletic Plaza: Large outdoor play equipment for children
• BBQ Area: Reservation-based barbecue area
• Park Golf: Park golf on the vast lawn
• Outdoor Concerts: Summer outdoor music events

Getting There

• From JR Tohoku Main Line Ogawara or Sendai Station by Miyagi Kotsu bus: about 1 hour
• From central Sendai by car: about 45 minutes (via National Route 286)

Tips

Admission is ¥450 for adults (varies by season). Late April when cherry blossoms and tulips bloom simultaneously is the most popular time.

📚 Sources

This article is edited from publicly available information such as guidance published by Michinoku Morino Kohan National Government Park, Miyagi Prefecture, and the town of Kawasaki, and public information on the flowers and events, the furusato village, and the play equipment and water-play area within the park. That the park is the only national government park in Tohoku, spread along the shore of the Kamafusa dam lake, is based on public information. Opening hours and admission, flower timing and events, the illumination period, and bus and access conditions may change, so please confirm official information before visiting.

Visitor Checklist

• Time needed: Half a day to a full day to enjoy the flower fields, the furusato village, and the play equipment.
• What to prepare: You will walk the vast grounds, so comfortable shoes and seasonally appropriate clothing add comfort; bring a change of clothes if using the summer water-play area.
• Getting there: By car it is about 15 minutes from the Murata interchange on the Tohoku Expressway; by public transport, take a bus from Sendai Station or a Tohoku Main Line station. Check times in advance.
• Suggested route: Enjoy the seasonal flower fields, then tour the old farmhouses of the furusato village, the large play equipment, and the lawn plaza.
• Best seasons: Tulips in spring, sunflowers in summer, and cosmos and kochia in autumn each have their peak, and the winter illumination is also popular.