Day Trip Matsushima by Bullet Train from Tokyo
In this tour, you can take a tour around Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. Matsushima is easily accessible from Sendai and Ishinomaki areas, and is a popular cruise port of call tour. In Matsushima, there are many spots where you can enjoy the rich natural scenery as well as h
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 3hMatsushima is home to one of the three most beautiful sights in Japan. The area is dotted with as many as 260 islands, including large and small ones. It is one of the most famous scenic spots in Japan, and was mentioned at the beginning of “Okunohosomichi”, a travelogue by Matsuo Basho, one of the most famous haiku poets in Japan.
Stop 2
⏱ 1hAdmission includedFukuurajima is a small island in Matsushima Bay, Miyagi Prefecture. Fukuurajima is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Matsushima area. This island is accessible on foot across Fukuura Bridge (red bridge) from Matsushima Beach, making it a popular place to casually enjoy nature and scenery.
Stop 3
⏱ 1hAdmission includedZuigan-ji Temple is famous for having been founded in the Heian period (794-1185) and later rebuilt by Date Masamune, a famous general in the Warring States period (1467-1568). Today, many buildings and Buddhist statues designated as national treasures or important cultural properties remain, making the temple of great historical and cultural value.
Stop 4
⏱ 1hAdmission includedEntsuin is a temple of the Myoshinji school of Rinzai Zen Buddhism located in Matsushima, Miyagi Prefecture, and is especially famous for its beautiful garden. The beauty of its garden and its historical value make it one of the most popular tourist attractions in Matsushima. The seasonal nature of the area attracts many visitors, especially during the fall foliage season and the illumination of the garden at night.
Stop 5
⏱ 1hOshima is one of the most serene and mysterious places to visit in Matsushima, and is a perfect blend of history and nature. A quiet island where visitors can experience history, nature, and culture, it is easily accessible via a bridge and is a popular tourist destination for those who enjoy walking and visiting historical sites.
Stop 6
⏱ 2h 30mGodaido, the oldest existing structure on Matsushima, stands on a small island across a vermilion-lacquered bridge (toru-bashi). This bridge is a bit thrilling as it has no handrails, but it is said to symbolize faith and self-cultivation. The building itself is decorated on all sides with beautiful carvings and ornaments, and is characterized by its attention to detail.
What to Bring
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •Child seats are required for children under 6 years old in Japan. We will prepare the seats, so please let us know if you have small children when you book the tour.
- •We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
- •This tour includes long-distance travel by Bullet Train. If you suffer from motion sickness, please take anti-sickness medicine in advance.
- •The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
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| Cancellation | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable |
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