Matsushima Bay, Islands and Seafood Market day tour from Tokyo

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13 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Matsushima Bay, celebrated as one of Japan’s Three Most Scenic Views. Your journey begins with a comfortable Shinkansen ride from Tokyo, whisking you directly to the heart of Miyagi. Once there, you’ll stroll across elegant vermilion bridges to visit the bay’s enchanting islands—Godaidō, Oshima, and Fukuura—each rich with history, temples, and panoramic vistas. For those who wish, a local bay cruise (operated by our trusted partners) can be joined to admire the 260 pine-clad islets from the water. Back on shore, immerse yourself in the lively seafood market, savoring freshly caught delicacies, before ending the day in Sendai’s vibrant nightlife district with a tabehodai & nomihodai izakaya feast. Then relax as the Shinkansen brings you back to Tokyo, completing a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural discovery, and culinary indulgence.

A bout tour of Matsushima bay is available, offered by 3rd party on location. Fee not included in this tour.

What's Included

public transportation fare Sendai - Matsushima - Sendai
admission fees to access walkways and islands in Matsushima Bay
A return ticket on the Shinkansen Tokyo-Sendai-Tokyo. If you hold a Japan rail pass please let us know so we can coordinate ticket purchase and refund this portion of the tour cost to you.
Eye pleasing and delicious Japanese dinner to be enjoyed on the train ride back to Tokyo
Fresh and cooked seafood and local cuisine at a restaurant by the seafood market in Matsushima
Additional food and drink
Traveler's insurance
Changing Shinkansen reservations
Optional cruise around Matsushima Bay, offered by local third party operator.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Tokyo Station

We will meet at the Shinkansen (bullet train) ticket gate, detailed map and directions will be sent to each participant in advance

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Seafood vendors, local food, eat at local seafood restaurant

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Walk across the pedestrian bridge to Fukuurajima island to enjoy the tiny island forest, shrine and temple. A boat tour of the bay is available to those interested (optional, provided by third party local operator for about 15 USD)

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Cross the long padestrian bridge to Fukuura isnald for nature stroll and stunning views of Matsushima bay.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Cross over to the sacred Oshima island where monks used to meditate in caves in a serene atmosphere

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Enjoy an all-you-can-eat-and-drink or a course dinner at lively downtown Sendai.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • travelers with food alergies or diatery restrictions should consider alternative meals, in such cases a refund of the meal portion will be provided on location
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Day Trips
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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