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To fully enjoy this spectacular view, we highly recommend the Matsushima Bay cruise, where you can travel between the islands aboard an excursion boat.Matsushima also has many historical spots; the Godaid\u014d Temple with its impressive vermilion bridge, and Zuigan-ji Temple, associated with Date Masamune, are must-sees. Furthermore, there is an abundance of fresh seafood, especially oysters. It is a leading Japanese tourist destination where you can enjoy beautiful scenery, history, and gourmet food all at once.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture is an extremely famous scenic spot both domestically and internationally, counted as one of &#8220;Japan&#8217;s Three Most Scenic Views.&#8221;Over 260 islands of various sizes dot Matsushima Bay, and this beautiful scenery has been cherished by many poets and travelers since ancient times. To fully enjoy this spectacular view, we highly recommend the Matsushima Bay cruise, where you can travel between the islands aboard an excursion boat.Matsushima also has many historical spots; the Godaid\u014d Temple with its impressive vermilion bridge, and Zuigan-ji Temple, associated with Date Masamune, are must-sees. Furthermore, there is an abundance of fresh seafood, especially oysters. 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