The 8 Best Tours in Matsushima-machi, Tohoku

Matsushima has had a long history as a sightseeing spot because of its beautiful landscape. It is also known as a historically important location for being a base of the shogunate during the Sengoku (Warring States) period. You will see and learn the history and the local culture by visiting historical sites and experiencing local activities.

Inclusions: Local guide, Bicycle rental, Access to private tea house room at Kanrantei Tea House, Green tea tasting

Exclusions: Transportation fee to/from meeting point, Food and beverage, unless specified, Gratuities

【OUTLINE】 Go on a cruise around Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, and look at the island related to Matsuo Basho (a Japanese haiku poet) and Date Masamune (a legendary warrior) up close. Before or after the cruise, you can broil a Sendai's specialty, Sasa Kamaboko, by yourself and taste it.Also you can enjoy grilled oysters, a specialty of Matsushima. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan The only sightseeing course to look at the islands up close in the bay that are related to a famous haiku poet, Matsuo Basho, and Date Masamune, the first lord of Sendai Domain Broil and eat piping hot Sasa Kamaboko, a specialty of Sendai Enjoy oysters fresh from Matsushima Choose 1 from 3 sightseeing courses 【A】Masamune Course：Matsushima→Matsushima, 【B】Basho Course：Matsushima→Shiogama, 【C】 Basho Course：Shiogama→Matsushima

Inclusions: Boarding ticket, Sasa Kamaboko (1 piece), Grilled oysters (2 pieces)

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attraction

【OUTLINE】 Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, has a lot to see. The sea is dotted with uniquely-shaped islands, and there are historical buildings such as Entsu-in Temple and Zuigan-ji Temple (a national treasure.) The area is perfect for leisurely strolling around. You can stop by various shops and restaurants. Wear a kimono and take photos with the islands of scenic Matsushima in the background. They will be great on Instagram! Choose your favorite kimono from among many and enjoy sightseeing in Matsushima. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Reservation-only! Take your time and choose your favorite one from among 100 kimonos ・A wide variety of kimonos including Furisode (kimono with long, trailing sleeves), for men and children, and of larger sizes ・Summer in Matsushima is rather cool with the sea breeze.You can spend comfortably in kimono

Inclusions: Rental kimono, geta sandals, pouch, dressing fee, hair-setting, hair ornament

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【OUTLINE】 Dressed in gorgeous Japanese wedding costumes, you can have your memorable photos taken at a Japanese garden, a Buddhist temple, or a Shinto shrine. Rest assured as English-speaking photographer and staff will take care of you. You can have Japanese cultural experiences during the honeymoon, which will be in your memories for the rest of your life. Photo shooting is held at historical facilities where traditional Japanese costumes look nice, and also in the spots full of nature. As an optional extra, you can get high-quality video works taken with a drone and VR technology. Costumes are not limited to Japanese ones. You can wear a Western dress and get a different type of photos taken on the beach or on the ship. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Wearing elegant Japanese wedding costumes, you can have your photos taken at a Japanese garden, a temple or a shrine ・Rest assured as English-speaking photographer and staff will help you

Inclusions: Lunch, Rental costumes, dressing fee, hair-setting and make-up, professional photographer, photo data

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This is a city walking tour where you will collect seal stamps with a local guide while visiting famous temples and shrines in Matsushima. HIGHLIGHTS; Detailed explanations of the history and origins that you won't find in guide books! Local information that only a local guide can give you! The guide will give a detailed explanation of how to pray at the shrines and temples.

Inclusions: Guide fee

Exclusions: Goshuin (seal stamp) fee and goshuin book fee

This tour includes a cruise around Matsushima Bay and a gift certificate to make your own seafood bowl at the market. This is the only sightseeing course in the bay where you can see the islands associated with the famous haiku poet Matsuo Basho and the lord of Sendai, Masamune Date. A cruise tour around the three most scenic spots in Japan. Shiogama is one of the largest fishing ports in Japan based on the amount of fresh tuna brought in. This is the perfect side trip from Matsushima to Sendai. A luxury plan to fully enjoy the charm of Miyagi!

Inclusions: Boarding ticket (Basho Course), A Ticket to make your own seafood bowl (worth 3000 yen.)

Exclusions: WiFi on board

Explore the remote islands of Urato and Nonoshima in Matsushima Bay by chartered boat. The Urado Islands in Matsushima Bay are one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. Enjoy an unforgettable day on a private boat. Guided tours to special places not found in guidebooks

Inclusions: Boat fee, Guide fee

Exclusions: Lunch (from 2000 yen)

Join the Matsushima and Shiogama cruise tour and enjoy the taste of the chefs of Shiogama, the City of Sushi.This is the only sightseeing course in the bay where you can see the islands associated with the famous haiku poet Matsuo Basho and the lord of Sendai, Masamune Date. A cruise tour around the three most scenic spots in Japan. Enjoy authentic sushi from Shiogama, a fierce battleground for sushi! This is the perfect side trip from Matsushima to Sendai. A luxury plan to fully enjoy the charm of Miyagi!

Inclusions: Boarding ticket, Meal fee, Toilet (Western-style)

Exclusions: Free Wi-Fi