Nov 20, 2014 - 1 min read

Izumi Outlet and Tapio Illumination

Enjoy the seasonal twilight spectacular

By Hiroko Maruya

Community writer

Izumi Outlet and the shopping mall "Tapio" in twilight

You can take a coffee break at the terrace.

These illuminated trees lead you to the Royal Park Hotel.

This view can be seen from the bridge between the outlet and Tapio.

Izumi Outlet, Tapio and Royal Park Hotel stand in this area

A brilliant shopping mall, Tapio at dusk

Izumi Outlet, a shopping mall "Tapio" and the Royal Park Hotel are all located in one area. It takes about 40 minutes by bus from Sendai Station. A round trip ticket costs 1,030 yen. You can see a fantastic view of this area when during the colder months before New Years from around 4 o'clock. Why don't you try feeling the stunning atmosphere before dark? The setting looks beautiful in twilight. Inside of the outlet and Tapio is also especially attractive at this time because Christmas season is coming soon. They have more than 80 shops including a bakery, cafes, food courts and restaurants. They have decorated ornaments and offer some goods for Christmas. You can enjoy browsing there. You'll spend pleasant time looking while also being able to shop for quality products at discount prices. If you want to skip the shopping and just see the city's grandest illumination, don't miss the Pageant of Starlight.