Near Sendai Astronomical Observatory and Hillside Shopping Center is a lovely beauty spot; two lakes formed by Aiko Dam. It is number 31 on a list of Sendai's top 100 green areas. The lakes are popular with fishing enthusiasts; there are some hiking opportunities, too. It is best accessed by car, although there are buses that stop not far away. If you don't mind a longer walk, you can use the JR Senzan line to go to Ayashi Station, and go south from there.
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Gassan and Saikachi Ponds
A tale of two lakes
By Laura Welch
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Justin Velgus
9 years ago
I totally missed this treasure when I visited! With the shopping center nearby, you can spend a whole day in the area.
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