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Matsushima Travel Guide
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Earthquake Update
Matsushima was hit by the earthquake and tsunami of March 11. Damage was not as devastating as elsewhere along the coast, and most tourist attractions, shops and hotels have reopened in the meantime. The JR Senseki Line, which provides the most convenient access to Matsushima, resumed service to the town on May 28.
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Matsushima, only half an hour outside of Sendai, is famous for its bay, which is dotted by many pine clad islets and has been ranked one of Japan's three most scenic views for centuries. The small town is also known for Zuiganji, one of the Tohoku Region's most important Zen temples.

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Attractions
 1  Matsushima Bay
Matsushima Bay's famous pine clad islets.
User rating: 82/100 (159 votes)
Visited by: 289 users
 2  Zuiganji Temple
One of Tohoku's most famous Zen temples.
User rating: 78/100 (90 votes)
Visited by: 159 users
 3  Fukuura Island
Island accessible via a long bridge.
User rating: 79/100 (33 votes)
Visited by: 62 users
 4  Oshima Island
Small island accessible to the public.
User rating: 78/100 (51 votes)
Visited by: 94 users
 5  Kanrantei
Tea house overlooking the Bay of Matsushima.
User rating: 74/100 (14 votes)
Visited by: 35 users
 6  Entsuin Temple
Mausoleum of a lord's son, next to Zuiganji.
User rating: 74/100 (27 votes)
Visited by: 49 users
 7  Godaido
Small temple hall and symbol of Matsushima.
User rating: 70/100 (58 votes)
Visited by: 110 users
  

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After the Earthquake: A trip to Matsushima
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