Matsushima
Japan's Three Scenic Views, looking across the islands
Nearest: Matsushimakaigan Sta.JR仙石線
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Highlights of this town
- 社Godaido (五大堂)8 min walk
Cross the openwork bridge to the small-island hall. A symbol of sightseeing in Matsushima.
- 社Zuigan-ji (瑞巌寺)10 min walk
One of Ōshū's foremost Zen temples, rebuilt by Date Masamune. A cedar-lined approach, too.
- 景Matsushima Island Cruise (松島島巡り観光船)8 min walk
A 50-minute cruise viewing more than 260 islands from the sea.
Access from major stations
- from Sendaiabout35minNo transfer
- from Ikebukuroabout520min3 transfers
- from Uenoabout530min2 transfers
- from Shinjukuabout530min3 transfers
- from Kita-Senjuabout530min3 transfers
- from Shibuyaabout530min3 transfers
- from Tokyoabout540min3 transfers
- from Shinagawaabout540min3 transfers