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By the Great East Japan Earthquake, people in Miyagi Prefecture who suffered enormous damage, reaffirmed the strength of the community, and have been striving to rebuild an attractive city holding appreciation in their heart for both domestic and overseas supporters.

The beauty of the scenery was beyond description.
Tour of Matsushima, one of the three great view in Japan.

Picture of This is a great view of Matsushima that impressed Masamune DATE and Basho MATSUO. A fascinating place which has the Buddhist culture represented by Zuigan Temple, and rich ingredients in the mountains and seas, Matsushima hot springs, etc.,

This is a great view of Matsushima that impressed Masamune DATE and Basho MATSUO.（C）Matsushima Tourism Association

Matsushima is famous as one of the three most scenic sights in Japan. Why don't you take a sightseeing boat to enjoy the view of the islands of Matsushima Bay, and spend a quiet time at Godaido and Zuiganji? Godaido is a Buddhist worship hall to enshrined Godaimyo (Five Dava Kings). “hibutsu” (Buddhist images not open for viewing), Godaimyoo(Five Dava Kings) are only opened for public viewing once every 33 years. Zuigan-ji Temple, the most ancient temple in Oshu, was completed by Masamune Date in the style of Momoyama architecture. The luxurious paintings on the parapets and fusuma which is Japanese style sliding door are a must-see.
The view spots which overlooks most scenic Matsushima are a general term of the four famous spots where you can enjoy a panoramic view of over 260 islands in Matsushima Bay. It refers to the four places of 'Okan Otakamori,' 'Reikan Tomiyama,' 'Kan Tamonzan' and 'Yukan Ogidani.' We also recommend the Michinoku Date Masamune Historical Museum and Matsushima Retro Museum located in the vicinity. Hopping around the sweets restaurants is also popular in Matsushima. I also recommend to drink a Matcha green tea at the Fujikohei Glass Art Museum, or at the Tsukimi Goten/Kanrante of the Date family.
In the 2011 the Great East Japan Earthquake, which caused enormous damages to the Pacific Coast, the earthquake and tsunami caused damage to the sightseeing boats, shops and facilities, but Matsushima was able to escape the devastation miraculously by the islands of Matsushima Bay. Now it has been restored this area completely, so you can enjoy the same scenery as before. Especially in the time of sunrise and sunset, it is an inexpressible sight. You will be fascinated by the scenic beauty of the spot.

Website: Three Most Scenic Spots of Japan, Matsushima (Matsushima Tourism Association)
http://www.matsushima-kanko.com/en/

Picture of Zuigan-ji Temple was founded in 1609 by Masamune DATE over a period of five years. It is designated as a national treasure and a national important cultural property.

Zuigan-ji Temple was founded in 1609 by Masamune DATE over a period of five years. It is designated as a national treasure and a national important cultural property.（C）Matsushima Tourism Association

Picture of Godai-do Hall was built in 1604 by Masamune DATE. In August 2006, Gokaicho was held once every 33 years.

Godai-do Hall was built in 1604 by Masamune DATE. In August 2006, Gokaicho was held once every 33 years.（C）Matsushima Tourism Association

Picture of The panoramic view of Godai-do Hall in Matsushima Bay. Go across the Sukashi-Bridge. Important Cultural property of the country.

The panoramic view of Godai-do Hall in Matsushima Bay. Go across the Sukashi-Bridge. Important Cultural property of the country.（C）Matsushima Tourism Association

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