2025 Matsushima Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

Matsushima Coast in Sendai, known as one of Japan's Three Most Scenic Spots, is also a hidden gem for cherry blossom viewing. Located on a coastal highland, Saigyo Modoshi no Matsu Park offers breathtaking views of Matsushima Bay, a distant glimpse of Mount Kinka, and the perfect opportunity to capture cherry blossoms and ocean scenery in one frame. The park is home to approximately 260 cherry trees. When the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the pink flowers, the deep blue sea, and the lush green pine trees create a stunning contrast. This picturesque setting draws numerous visitors, solidifying Matsushima Coast's reputation as one of Japan's Three Most Scenic Spots.

How to get there 40 minutes by car from Sendai city There are plenty of paid parking spaces, so you can park comfortably on days when there aren't many tourists. Parking is located by the sea next to the ferry port. Restaurants and food - Freshly grilled sea oysters or delicious kaisendon are not to be missed. Matsushima, a view of the rocky islands in Matsushima Bay, the number one tourist attraction in Miyagi Prefecture. The most beautiful sea view, one of the three in Japan. Anyone who comes must not miss taking a ferry to see the bay. The 1-hour course is comfortable, cool breeze, and the view is very beautiful. The highlight is the rocky island that looks like a boat. #sendai #matsushima #Miyagi Score - 10 out of 10 for a beautiful view that will make you feel satisfied.

When you come to Sendai, you can go to the coast. In addition to the beautiful scenery and seafood, there are many local souvenirs that you can take home. You can take home all kinds of special Sendai souvenirs from Lin Youren. I highly recommend that you must come here to buy them. I really recommend it. There are also toilets inside that can be used for free. It is really a place highly recommended by tourists.

Sendai, Japan is a must-visit place for tourists in Tohoku. Besides the city, the most famous place is Matsushima Coast. Matsushima, Amanohashidate and Itsukushima are known as the three most scenic views in Japan. There are nearly 260 unique islands in Songdo. The wonders of nature are so cool. When you come to this meaningful tourist attraction, you can not only see it from a distance, but also appreciate it up close. Therefore, Songdao cruise has become an important tourism mode here. Monster will take you to see this unique Songdao Bay With KKDAY's great value package, you can not only take a boat ride, but also eat oysters and experience grilled fish cakes!

Baked sasa kamaboko in the shape of a bamboo leaf. If you are visiting Matsushima, we highly recommend the "Hand-baked sasa kamaboko experience" at Abe Kamabokoten. Store name: Abe Kamabokoten Matsushima Teramachi store Address: 58 Matsushima-cho, Matsushima-machi, Miyagi-gun Access: Access: About 4 minutes on foot from Matsushima Kaigan Station Opening hours: 9:00-18:00 Reference budget Hand-baked sasa kamaboko experience 300 yen (tax included) per session Time required: About 10 minutes *Reservations not required Purchase sasa kamaboko and bake it yourself. It's up to you how browned you want it to be. There are instructions on how to bake it well, so you can refer to them, or ignore them and bake it as you like. The smell of freshly baked sasa kamaboko is different. I overcooked it, but it was really delicious! I highly recommend trying it😊 #Domestic travel #Matsushima #Matsushima gourmet #Sasakamaboko #Experience #Abe Kamaboko Shop #Miyagi Prefecture #Gourmet #Gourmet food #Tourism #Matsushima sightseeing

Matsushima is one of the three scenic spots in Japan. It was the first location where the tsunami was hit by the Japanese earthquake a few years ago. Fortunately, the entire bay of Matsushima did not suffer much damage in the disaster. Rarely come, be sure to take a good look at the coast of Matsushima, appreciate the famous attractions made up of 260 large and small islands and rocks,the best is however to take the Matsushima cruise. The route we chose is to see the islands located in Matsushima Bay, about 50 minutes boat ride, the ship will play Japanese and Chinese audio guides, the whole trip most impressive is Nioh Island, because this island is very strange appearance, and very small seats. After the boat ride, we went to the Five Halls of Seiyanji Temple, which is a national treasure-level temple in Japan. The cave complex next to the Omotesando of Ruifuji Temple is also worth a closer look. Many stone chambers have been revealed in the cave complex, and several stone Buddhas have also been preserved. Walking through this place, an aura of solemnity and tranquility arises spontaneously, and one can't help but admire the carving art that the predecessors have left to this day. There are many more attractions around its Matsushima that are worth visiting, but today I really don’t have enough time. #Japan Attractions #Japan Three Scenic Monuments #Matsushima Excursion Boat #Suiyan Temple

Welcome to Miyagi!! Miyagi is one of unforgettable beautiful place in Japan . Delicious and fresh local food , beautiful costal towns and less tourists make it for me to choose Miyagi to be one of my destinations in Japan . I base in Sendai for those small town day trips to explore the sites . Today , I made it happened to visit Matsushima. Just 40 mins JR train ride from Sendai . As usual, I am the early riser,I reach to Matsushima station before the first sightseeing cruise , get ticket near the train station -1000¥ ( ps: if you buy in ferry terminal- 1500¥) . And walk about 7 mins to ferry terminal and start off my day . Matsushima bay is famous along with Miyajima and Amanohashidate. The bay is dotted by over 200 small islands covered by pine trees.. And also one of the most famous oyster farm ( oysters here are very fresh and cheap , just 100¥ per piece , that meant 1sgd 🤭) . The 🚢 one round took 50 mins and every hourly until 4 pm and If you miss the first cruise 🚢, you will have to Q and wait like 100 plus people pie up, coz all other people come around 10 am plus 😝😝. From there , I continue to visit some beautiful temples and fukuura island where connected with long red bridge and a good and well designated hiking trail to pavilion to enjoy the whole Matsushima Bay panoramic view . Such a beautiful place to enjoy and relax yourself. Then came back to main island and have my lunch before continue with others places . Along the way , I visited Zinganji Temple before walk up to the hill park called Saigyō Modoshi no Matsu Park and enjoy the whole Matsushima bay before back to Sendai . If you are the person like me to prefer landscape and beautiful scenery rather than shopping centre , I would definitely recommend Matsushima as one of your next destinations in Japan . And also can be reach from Tokyo by 2 hours ( including Shinkansen one hours plus and additional 40 mins to Matsushima. Hope you all enjoy !! See you all on the other side of the world 🌎!! #japan #naturelover #solotravel

Transportation: JR Matsushima Kaigan Station (Sengoku Line) Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 (Note: It will be modified according to different times of the month, please pay attention) Address: Matsushima, Miyagi District, Miyagi, Japan The vermilion lacquered Fukuura Bridge is the only access to Fukuura Island. You can buy tickets from the ticket machine at Cafe Bayland. Adults 200 Children 100 Ticket vending machines are available in English and Chinese. Have a chance to come here, it's beautiful #Overseas Travel #localtravel #familytravel #goodplaceforparentsandchildren #beaches #foodie #Australiatravel #Australia

Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture, Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture, and Amanohashidate in Kyoto Prefecture are known as the three most scenic spots in Japan. Arrive at the boat dock and take the Songdao Cruise to experience such beautiful island scenery in person. The boat trip lasts about 50 minutes. You can shuttle through Songdao Bay to enjoy the unique island scenery in the bay. The breeze is gentle and you can experience the beautiful scenery on the shore by boat. Well worth the trip. #valentine’sdaygoodplace#japantravel #newyear’sgoodplace #japan #japanfreetravel #shipping

Always check the weather forecast and only go on a clear and sunny day! If you're coming from Sendai, I also recommend taking the ferry (Basho cruise) from Marine Gate Shiogama to Matsushima Bay if you want a way shorter queue.

I went to Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture! This time I stayed at Hotel Taikanso. It is a resort hotel in Matsushima that also has a hot spring. The large building has a convenience store, karaoke, and a game corner, so it can be enjoyed by all generations, whether you are on a girls' trip, a couple's trip, or a family trip 😊 Both dinner and breakfast were buffet style, and there was also a children's section! The plump oysters I had in Matsushima were delicious 😍 Why not refresh yourself with a quick and relaxing trip to Matsushima on the weekend? Matsushima is Japan #summer weekend trip #resort hotel #forest bathing #hocance #Sendai #Matsushima #Matsushima Onsen #hot spring inn

#Overseas Travel #Japan Travel #Matsudo The Matsushima area was originally Sendai Hills. Due to the movement of the earth's crust in ancient times, the ground subsided and caused seawater to flow back. The impact of seawater and long-term wind and rain formed archipelagos of different sizes and shapes. Places worth visiting include three islands connected by bridges with unique scenery. There are also four other scenic spots, namely Ogidani, Toyama, Ōtakamori and Tamon Mountain, which are collectively known as the Four Great Views of Matsushima. ✅ One of the three most representative views in Japan ✅Very popular tourist attractions in the Tohoku region ✅There are about 260 strange rocks and islands connected to form a unique landscape transportation From Tokyo, take the JR Tohoku Shinkansen bullet train to Sendai, which takes only 90 minutes, and then transfer to the Senseki Line train, which takes about 25 to 40 minutes to reach Matsushima.

Address: 1-4 Takagihama, Matsushima-cho, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi Prefecture, 981-0215 Contents: The view from the room was spectacular, and you could enjoy Matsushima's hot springs from the hot springs. The food was buffet style and super delicious! We also got to eat Sendai beef tongue, so it was a really luxurious inn!! Another plus is that there's a sauna!! 👶🏻 #Recommended list #Recommended for dates

Address: 111 Matsushimacho, Matsushima-machi, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi Prefecture, 981-0213 Content: If you go to Matsushima, you should definitely visit the Godaido Hall of Zuiganji Temple! When you cross the bridge, you will see a historic temple, blue sea, and blue sky It was truly a spectacular view!!! ☺️☺️ Please be sure to visit!! #Recommended for a date #Amazing view

I went to Matsushima Ichinobo, an all-inclusive hot spring resort with a spectacular view, located in Matsushima Town, Miyagi Prefecture, Tohoku. All-inclusive means that the accommodation fee includes all meals, drinks, and facility fees. You can eat and drink as much as you want in the lounge and restaurant, so you can enjoy yourself without having to worry about money and without a wallet. Despite the all-you-can-eat and drink option, the quality of the food and drinks at this inn is very high! The buffet dishes are carefully selected, like a course meal, and there is even a wine cellar, so you can drink as much wine, beer, sake, shochu, whiskey, and more. From the lounge, you can see Matsushima, one of Japan's three most scenic spots, and there are plenty of snacks and drinks. The room has a spectacular open-air bath overlooking Matsushima, one of Japan's three most scenic spots. The facilities and food are all of high quality, and it was a wonderful inn with everything you could ask for. #luxuryhotel #hotspring #allinclusive #matsushima

Matsushima is a popular tourist spot in Miyagi and one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. If you go to Matsushima, you can't miss a sightseeing boat tour around the beautiful islands! 😊 You can enjoy the spectacular views as you go around Matsushima Bay. It's a 50-minute tour, so you can easily join 🙆‍♀️ How to get there: 85, Matsushima-cho, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi Prefecture #Miyagi #Matsushima #Remote island trip #Spectacular views

#Matsushima Get off the station and take a walk #KakiMatsushimaKouha stop Compare oysters Oyster croquettes are full of 2 oysters!! ️ Enjoy the air and the food #Amazing view

#Entsuin Temple The autumn leaves are so beautiful and mesmerizing😍✨ The autumn leaves reflected in the pond are also amazing🍁 It seems dogs are allowed in too🙆‍♀️💕 When I think of autumn, I have to go to Matsushima❗️ I love the autumn leaves at Entsuin Temple so much☺️❤️ #Tohoku#Miyagi#Matsushima #Autumn#Autumn leaves#Tourism

#MatsushimaRikyu Recommended point: I went there during the winter illumination season, but it wasn't too crowded and I was able to take my time taking photos. You can have a barbecue empty-handed, and dogs are allowed in too 🙆‍♀️💕 #Miyagi#MiyagiPrefecture#Matsushima #Lightup#Illumination

#Matsushima #Miyagi Matsushima is one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, alongside Amano-Hashidate and Miyajima. The nearest station is Matsushima-Kaigan Station, about a 50-minute train ride from Sendai. This area is famous for its oysters, but I didn't eat any this time due to my personal food preferences (lol) The scenery is amazing, and I think it's a place that anyone would be glad to have come to. This time, I visited in the evening, so I couldn't take the tourist ferry, but it seems that there are tourist ferries during the day, so if you take one, I'm sure it will be twice as fun! #Breathtaking view

"Matsushima" refers to the 260 or so islands that float in Matsushima Bay and the surrounding area, including the coastal areas. The scenery of Matsushima Bay, dotted with more than 260 islands, is so beautiful that it is counted as one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. There are many famous places such as the "Matsushima Pleasure Boat" that tours the bay, "Zuigan-ji Temple" and "Godaido" that are associated with Date Masamune, and there are also plenty of gourmet spots such as "Kakigoya MATSU" and "Santori Chaya" where you can enjoy the famous oysters. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Matsushima, which Basho also loved, at your leisure, so please come and visit us! ! #Breathtaking views #Gourmet food #Historical historic sites #Japan Genki Project 2021 #Amazing nature #Breathtaking views #Trip with children #Free spots

Hotel Umifudo, located in Matsushima, one of Japan's Three Most Scenic Views, offers views of the islands of Matsushima, one of Japan's Three Most Scenic Views, from all of its rooms. [All rooms have ocean views] Relax in your room while taking in the spectacular view of Matsushima Bay. [Luxurious sunset] Spend the evening listening to the sound of the waves while watching the silhouettes of the islands floating in the sea... Enjoy a luxurious time that you can't experience anywhere else. [Impressive sunrise] If the weather is good, you can see the sunrise from your room. Another attraction of Hotel Umifudo is the open-air baths and observation baths in the rooms with natural hot springs. There are four types of observation baths: a square wooden open-air bath, an oval open-air bath made of cypress, a round observation bath made of Shigaraki ware Japanese pottery, and a cat's foot observation bath. #Hotel Umibudo #Matsushima #Matsushima Onsen #Matsushima Sightseeing #Three Views of Japan #Hot spring #Natural hot spring #Open-air bath #Open-air bath in guest room #Stunning view #Ocean view #Sunrise #Sunrise #Tohoku #Tohoku trip #Miyagi #Hot spring trip #Family trip #Trip.com #tripcom #tripcomjp #sunrise #oceanview #hotsprings #onsen #japan #familytrip #openairbath #matsushima #tohoku

This is Matsushima. This photo was taken in September♪ Matsushima, one of the Three Views of Japan, is a scenic tourist destination facing Matsushima Bay on the coast of Miyagi Prefecture, where you can see small islands scattered around. We also recommend taking a cruise around the islands on a sightseeing boat✨ The second photo is the Godaido Hall of Matsushima, where the monument to the Three Views of Japan is located. Matsushima has many restaurants and other shops for tourists. The third photo is Aoba Castle Park, where there is a statue of Date Masamune. It is a famous tourist spot in Sendai city. You can see the whole city from the park. If you want to visit all the tourist spots around Sendai city by train or bus, the "Sendai Marugoto Pass" is convenient! Access to Matsushima: Just a short walk from Matsushima Kaigan Station on the JR Senseki Line. About a 20-minute walk from Matsushima Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line. Access to Aoba Castle Park: A 15-minute walk from Kokusai Center Station on the Sendai Subway Tozai Line. 25 minutes by bus from the west exit of JR Sendai Station (get off at Sendai Castle Ruins) #Sendai#Sendai Castle Ruins #Matsushima #Amazing view

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#MarchDestinations2025 #Japan #Matsushima #MatsushimaCoast This bakery is located in Songdo, about ten minutes' walk from the downtown area. I think it is worth a visit. The exterior of the store doesn't look like a bakery. I hesitated for a long time at the door before I dared to step in. The store is very small and can only accommodate two groups of customers at most. I arrived at around 1:00 p.m. and there were only a few kinds of bread left. I couldn't understand the flavors when translating, so I just bought a sweet one. The bread I bought tasted like pineapple bread. It was soft and chewy, and a light milky aroma spread in my mouth. Oh my god, it was really delicious. I can understand why this bakery is famous. 📍Address: 981-0213 156, Matsushima-cho, Matsushima-cho, Miyagi Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: Wednesday to Sunday 08:30-17:00

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 In Songdao in April, the sun shines on the blue sea, and the waves sparkle as if they are twinkling with countless golden stars. The climate here is neither too hot nor too cold, which is the best time for sightseeing and makes people feel very comfortable. Taking a sightseeing boat, we slowly sailed towards the famous island group. Each island attracted my attention with its unique features. The boat rocked gently on the sea, accompanied by the sound of the waves, and my heart was filled with joy. The scenery along the way is picturesque, with lush trees and strange rocks intertwined together, making me marvel at the wonders of nature. On the boat, I quietly appreciated the beautiful scenery around me and felt the breath of spring. Every corner here exudes the vitality of life, allowing me to immerse myself in the embrace of nature and temporarily forget the hustle and bustle of the city. Useful information: The opening hours of Songdo sightseeing boats are from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. You can take the train to Songdo Station and walk to the pier. The ferry ticket costs about 1,500 yen. It is recommended to check the weather in advance and wear light and comfortable clothes to make this journey a baptism of your soul! 🌅🚢

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 #Japan #Sendai #MatsushimaFishMarket Songdao Fish Market is not only conveniently located, but also combines shopping and food. It offers oyster dishes such as oyster burgers, all-you-can-eat grilled oysters, and oyster ramen. A variety of seafood products are sold on the first floor, and the second floor is a seating area. There is a very famous oyster burger on the first floor. The burgers are not very big and are seasoned with ketchup. In addition to oysters, there are also lettuce and onions. They taste quite special, but not very delicious. It is just for trying, but you will not regret having eaten them. 📍Address: Fugendo-4-10 Matsushima, Miyagi District, Miyagi 981-0213 Japan 🕰️Business hours: 09:00–16:00 daily

Highly recommended Blue bay coffee in Matsushima. If you’re traveling to Sendai. Don’t forget to go there. #coffeeshop