Matsushima day trip
Matsushima is one of the prettiest coastal areas in Japan.
Just 30 minutes from Sendai, Matsushima Bay is a lovely day trip and a nice change of pace from busy Sendai City. The bay, which fortunately escaped much damage in the 2011 Tohoku Tsunami, is known in Japan as one of the country's top three scenic views. (Japan does love a list!) Dotted with over 200 islands covered with pine trees it certainly is a scenic spot and a great place for a boat trip which is easy to arrange on arrival.
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Journey through the lush rural landscapes of Tohoku, the region that stretches 500 miles north from Tokyo, on this superior two-week itinerary.
Northern Highlights
Japan's Tohoku region stretches 500 miles north of the capital and, in stark contrast to the modern skyscrapers of Tokyo, boasts outstanding natural beauty and well-preserved history – a reminder that traditional ways are still very much alive and well in Japan.
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