Andrei Halias

<b>Sendai Square</b> in Minsk is a unique corner of nature and tranquility, located right in the city center, between Myasnikova and Nemiga Streets, next to the Belarusian State Musical Theater. This small yet elegant park was created in 2002 to celebrate the sister-city relationship between Minsk and the Japanese city of Sendai and has since become a symbol of friendship between Belarus and Japan.

One of the main attractions of Sendai Square is the street clock from Citizen. It’s not just a functional element but a true work of art, powered by solar energy and showing dual time: Minsk and Sendai. These clocks, a gift from the residents of Sendai, add uniqueness and special charm to this place.

The square is adorned with many rare and exotic trees and shrubs, among which the alley of mountain cherry trees—one of Japan’s most recognizable symbols—stands out. In spring, when the cherry blossoms bloom, the square is filled with delicate pink hues and becomes a favorite spot for walks and photos.

The architecture and landscape of the square are designed in Japanese style. You can find a small Japanese garden here with a stone stream, bonsai trees, and bamboo bridges, creating an atmosphere of coziness and harmony. Complementing this atmosphere is a fountain with granite theatrical masks, from which thin streams of water flow, as well as decorative reeds.

The square is also decorated with sculptural compositions, such as the “Batleika”—a bronze installation inspired by the traditional Belarusian puppet theater, which adds local color to the park.

Throughout the square, there are comfortable benches where you can relax and enjoy the sounds of trickling water and rustling leaves. This place is ideal for those who want to take a moment away from the city’s hustle and bustle, immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Japanese culture, and enjoy natural beauty in the heart of Minsk.

<b>仙台广场</b> 位于明斯克市中心，是一个独特的自然与宁静的角落，坐落在缅希科夫街和涅米加街之间，毗邻白俄罗斯国家音乐剧院。这个小而精致的公园于2002年建成，纪念明斯克与日本仙台市的姐妹城市关系，自那时起，它成为了白俄罗斯与日本友谊的象征。

仙台广场的主要景点之一是由Citizen公司提供的街头钟表。这不仅仅是一个功能性元素，而是一件真正的艺术品，使用太阳能运作，显示双时间：明斯克时间和仙台时间。这些钟表是仙台市民的礼物，为这个地方增添了独特性和特殊的魅力。

广场上种满了许多稀有和异国的树木和灌木，其中最引人注目的是山樱花大道——日本最具代表性的象征之一。春天，当樱花盛开时，广场充满了柔和的粉红色调，成为散步和拍照的理想地点。

广场的建筑和景观设计充满了日本风格。这里有一个小型的日式花园，园内设有石流、盆景树和竹桥，营造出一种舒适和谐的氛围。除此之外，还有一个装饰着花岗岩戏剧面具的喷泉，细细的水流从面具的孔洞中流出，周围环绕着装饰性的芦苇。

广场还装饰着雕塑作品，例如“巴特莱卡”——一个灵感来自传统白俄罗斯木偶剧的青铜装置，为公园增添了地方色彩。

广场上随处可见舒适的长椅，您可以在这里休息，享受潺潺流水声和树叶沙沙作响的声音。这个地方非常适合那些希望暂时远离城市喧嚣，沉浸在日本文化氛围中并享受自然之美的人们。