Explore Matsushima Bay

Thetraveljunkie.org – Matsushima has been long celebrated as a place of romance, spirituality and elegance. Come for the landscape of 260 pine-covered islands. Uncover the stories behind the mysterious caves, three red bridges, and centuries-old temples. Take a leisurely walk around Fukurajima Island. Explore Matsushima from the water with a sightseeing cruise. Matsushima is more than just a pretty place, it is a full experience.

The cruise was waiting for us to spend the rest of the day under the sundown. It was a totally incredible experience – amazing to see all the different creatures that call the bay home.

Lets kiss the sun ?????? #DiscoverTohoku

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Explore Matshushima from the water with sightseeing cruise. Recharge with a meal featuring local oysters. Matshushima is more than just a pretty place, it is a full experience. #DiscoverTohoku // @ana.japan @all_nippon_airways @jntoid

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The very basic core of a man’s living spirit is his passion for adventure. The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun. ?????? #DiscoverTohoku

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Recovery from 2011 Tsunami:
The 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami greatly affected Matsushima, but the many barrier islands spared Matsushima from the destruction and loss of life experienced by other coastal towns.

? Time to film around bay ?? Sometimes getting a little lost is the best way to find your true self ?? #DiscoverTohoku

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