Zao mountain range and enjoy the beauty of Goshikiko or The lake of five colors

Assalamualaykum,
Brothers and Sisters,
We already knew that Zao is very famous during winter season for the skiing and snowboarding spot. How about from spring to autumn?

You can still visit Zao mountain range and enjoy the beauty of Goshikiko or The lake of five colors. The lake changes its color depending on sunlight. The lake is surround by mount Kattadake, Kumanodake, and Goshikidake. In this beautiful lake we could not find any creature (with naked eyes) due to high water acidity. But it's always fun trip to visit this beautiful and unique water color.
How to get there (By Japan Info)
Address: Inside Zao National Park, Zao-machi, Miyagi
Phone: 0224-34-2725 (Zao Tourist Association)
Hours open to visitors: 8:00 - 17:00
Closed: A certain period of winter
Directions: (Bus) An hour and 47 minutes on Miyako Bus bound for Zao Katta Mountain Peak
from JR Shiroishi Zao Station (runs only in Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
(Car) An hour from Shiroishi Interchange, Tohoku Expressway

Dateuma market in Sun Mall Ichibancho

Assalamualaykum
I came across Dateuma market in Sun Mall Ichibancho. Dateuma market is a store that sells Tohoku’s delicious products: sweets, fresh vegetables and fruits, coffee, homemade pickles, and ready to eat foods, etc. You can find various kinds of Tohoku products here in this occasional market.
And, alhamdullilah, here you can try Halal curry, samosa, tandoori chicken at Harun's Food stand.

So if you want to enjoy Tohoku's high quality products with reasonable price, make sure to check out the market schedule and visit this place with your friends and families.

a road extends across Miyagi and Yamagata prefecture in Zao just opened

In Tohoku, there are some roads that are closed during winter due to heavy snow.
Many of such roads, when they open in spring, look like cloisters surrounded by gigantic walls of snow, because snow plow trucks stuck up snow at both sides of the road.
Recently, a road extends across Miyagi and Yamagata prefecture in Zao just opened.
Usually, this road opens in April. This year, however, the authority was putting it off due to the elevated volcanic activity of Mt. Zao.
But, since the activity settled down and the likelihood of eruption decreased, the road was finally set to open.

Zao is particularly beautiful this time of the year.
Nature is beautiful at this time of the year at Zao, and it's perfect for driving and hiking.
Everyone, pleas come enjoy Tohoku!

Sendai Umi no Mori Aquarium

Today, July 1st, a brand new aquarium has opened in Tohoku:
"Sendai Umi no Mori Aquarium"
This aquarium has build in a region where the Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami caused severe damage, and the new aquarium symbolizes recovery.
Various kinds of fishes from all over the world are swimming valiantly in about 100 fish tanks that are recreating different seas in the world.
Among them, a largest tank recreated the sea of Sanriku, one of most famous fishing ports in the world, especially attracts visitors' attention.
Their dolphin and sea lion show has the largest seat capacity in Tohoku, and it's amazing!

It's exciting to have another sightseeing spot in Tohoku, isn't it?
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Adress: 4-6, Nakano, Miyagino-ku Sendai-shi, Miyagi, 983-0013, Japan
Map: https://goo.gl/zkC9gI
Web: http://www.uminomori.jp/ (Japanese)

New Airy

Assalamualaykum,
Got a special occasion to celebrate with your friend and family? If yes, you may want to try “New Airy” produced by Hoshiyama. It is a fancy restaurant with elegant style, yet with homey environment. The restaurant is located in Denryoku building (電力ビル)in the heart of Sendai city. You will be amazed with the restaurant service and hospitality (The staff bowed very deeply with the perfect angle). The restaurant serves delicious pancakes all day, topped with sweet maple syrup or coconut sauce. Another signature item from this restaurant is their “Hoshiyama Coffee.” Hoshiyama is an original coffee brand in Tohoku. A flavorful and rich coffee served in a beautiful cup will accompany you at cool summer night in Sendai.

When we visited the restaurant, we ordered Japanese Pancakes. It’s basically regular pancakes served with Matcha powder topping, black azuki beans, maple syrup, and whip cream along with fresh fruits. The taste was outstanding! We liked it very much.
We asked to the restaurant staff about the ingredients and, Alhamdullilah, they do not use any gelatin or alcohol or any non-Halal materials when they make pancakes. We also ordered shrimp and mushroom in olive oil and garlic sauce. This menu is also safe to consume for Muslims, insyaALLAH. We ordered their café latte and milk tea as well, and we were very satisfied. Everything was wonderful taste. We very much enjoyed the nice and comfy restaurant environment too.
Although you don't have to, we recommend you to dress up a little bit when you dine at this restaurant. Put on something dressy, and make the dinner a special one.
Location:New Airy–Natural Dining Café
Denryoku Honkan 1F, Ichibancho 3-7-1, Aobaku Sendaishi

Sendai Seasoned Sashimi Bowl

I'm going to introduce you a delicious signature food of Sendai, Miyagi.
This beautiful seafood covering the rice in a bowl is called "Sendai Seasoned Sashimi Bowl."
Unlike other seafood bowls, these sashimi are seasoned with special sauce made with soy sauce.
This stimulates your appetite for sure! You can't stop eating the rice! There are several kinds of sashimi on it, so you can compare the taste with just this bowl.
Miyagi prefecture is known for famous fishing ports (e.x.Shiogama port, Kesennuma port).
Fresh seafoods coming directly from the ports are exceptionally delicious! So, "Sendai Seasoned Sashimi Bowl is definitely recommended!

Nan Tandoori Halal restaurant

Assalamualaykum,
Brothers and Sisters,
In this beautiful month of Ramadhan, Nan Tandoori Halal restaurant in Sanjo Machi, Sendai, has special Iftar menus for you!
Only with 1000 yen, you can get Dates, Pakora, Vegetables Samosa, Chana Masala, Nan 1 Piece, 1 Curry, Fruits and drinks. It's like "Happiness Plate" to open your fasting.
Grab it fast and enjoy!
Nan Tandoori (Family Restaurant)
16-27 Shiheimachi, Aoba Ward, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture

cheese cake from Zao

Assalamualaykum,
Dear brothers and sisters, have you heard about Mount Zao? If you are living in the Tohoku region you probably have heard about it before. This famous mountain s located at the border of Yamagata and Miyagi prefectures. Zao area is known as a place to produce fresh dairy products due to its nice weather and nature.
If you want to try original Zao products, here's good news; this cheese cake from Zao is safe to consume for Muslims. InsyaALLAH, no haram ingredients used in this product.

You can try the plain and blueberry flavor. Wrapped in cute a package, this sweet could be a perfect gift for the loved ones. Enjoy

SENDAI-IZUMI PREMIUM OUTLETS

SENDAI-IZUMI PREMIUM OUTLETSⓇ features a gallery of famous clothing brands of both foreign and domestic. You can find famous clothing brands ranging from accessorie to bags, shoes, jeans, suits, and etc. The outlet has an elegant look and it’s beautiful, so it's a great place for families and couples to take a walk. Personally, I love walking around here and just doing window-shopping at various brand stores.
There are also a lot of special offers and discounts during holiday seasons (e.g. golden week, new year
etc), so I recommend you to go during that time.
For shopping or fashion lovers, this is a place you don't want to miss out while you're in Sendai!

Akiu Organic Field Restaurant

Assalamualaykum,
When you visit Akiu village, I recommend you to enjoy Akiu’s signature dish at Akiu Organic Field Restaurant. The restaurant serves only the best quality of vegetables from their farm field. Akiu Organic Field Restaurant also receives the order of Halal Bento for a group if you visit Akiu (Please let them know in advance).
Comfortable place with fresh environment, the Akiu Organic Field Restaurant will indulge you with their best service. In the back yard of the restaurant they have their own organic vegetables field, and they use those vegetables in dishes to serve the guest. You can also buy their other local organic products at the small shop installed in the restaurant. Enjoy.