2025 Higashimatsushima Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

#5月好去处2025 Nogari Station is a JR East Sengoku Line station located in Higashimatsushima City, Miyagi Prefecture. It is not far from Matsushima and is one of the important transportation nodes leading to Ishinomaki and Higashimatsushima earthquake disaster sites. The station was relocated and rebuilt in 2015. The current new station is about 11 meters higher than the old station to cope with future tsunami disasters. It is one of the few "elevated reconstruction" symbolic stations after the Great East Japan Earthquake. The station building design is modern and simple, and some earthquake disaster sites are still preserved around it, including the old Nogari Station platform, damaged residential ruins and disaster prevention displays, which have profound educational and reflective significance. From here, you can go to the Earthquake Heritage Museum or the nearby seaside trail, which is also a representative area for post-disaster reconstruction and tourism. When I arrived, there were no taxis scheduled outside, so I had to call a taxi myself. I waited for ten minutes for the taxi to come. 📍Address: Nogari Kitayu Viewpoint, Higashimatsushima City, Miyagi Prefecture, get off at Nogari Station on the JR Senseki Line 🕰️Business hours: JR station is unmanned, self-service entry and exit, and the train schedule is based on the timetable 💰Average consumption per person: No tickets are required, and JR train fares are charged according to the section #野姜站 #東日本大震震 #後震震恢 #東松島

#5月好去处2025 The Four Great Views of Matsushima are the four best viewing spots along the coast of Matsushima Bay in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Matsushima Bay, one of the three most beautiful views in Japan, from different angles. Among them, "Otakamori (spectacular)" is named for the magnificent and vast panoramic view of Matsushima. It is the viewing spot with the widest view among the four great views. After getting off at the JR Sengoku Line Nogari Station, take a taxi to the "Otakamori Trailhead", which takes about 5 to 10 minutes. It takes about 20 to 30 minutes from the trailhead to the top of the mountain. There are trails and guide signs along the way. I called a taxi that day. I didn't meet other tourists on the way up the mountain. When I came back, I also called a taxi. There are no buses in the area. It would be inconvenient if you don't drive yourself. 🕰️Business hours: Open all year round 💰Per capita consumption: Free #日本三景 #日本三景松島

Explore Higashi-Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture! Blue ocean and green walking trails May in Miyagi Prefecture brings pleasant weather, making it the perfect time to explore Higashi-Matsushima through the "Miyagi Olle" routes. The "Oku-Matsushima Olle Route" offers not only stunning ocean views and lush greenery but also traditional Japanese street scenes and more. Highlights: 1) Discover numerous Jomon-era ruins and historical buildings. 2) On clear days, enjoy the vibrant blue ocean views at "Tsukihama." 3) From the "Otakomori" mountain viewpoint, you can see islands and the sea simultaneously. 4) Fresh and delicious seafood. Higashi-Matsushima and Matsushima cities are home to many restaurants serving tasty seafood. A newly opened roadside station is perfect for those traveling by car! Additionally, there are various accommodation options, including guesthouses, hotels, glamping facilities converted from old schools, and even hot spring experiences. You might want to stay for two days to fully enjoy the area! Getting to Oku-Matsushima: JR Sendai Station → JR Nobiru Station (via JR Senseki-Tohoku Line or JR Senseki Line / fastest 31 minutes) * From JR Nobiru Station to Aomina, take a taxi (about 10 minutes, approximately 1,500 yen). ※ Bicycles are available for rent at Oku-Matsushima Eat Plaza near JR Nobiru Station.

#cherryblossom25 Near Soka University in Hachioji, Tokyo, Takiyama Park stands out as a beautiful spot to enjoy cherry blossoms. Located approximately 5 kilometers from the university, this park is renowned for its historical significance and natural beauty. In spring, about 2,000 cherry trees, including Somei-yoshino and Yama-zakura varieties, bloom across the park’s slopes, creating a picturesque landscape. The park encompasses the ruins of Takiyama Castle, offering visitors a blend of cultural heritage and scenic views. Strolling along the paths, one can appreciate the harmonious mix of history and nature, making it a serene destination for hanami (flower viewing) during the cherry blossom season.

"Ono-kun's Home" in Higashimatsushima, Miyagi Prefecture is a special place where you can meet "Ono-kun," an adorable handmade stuffed animal. Because each one is made by hand, you can welcome into your home a unique and one-of-a-kind Ono-kun! There are many Ono-kuns lined up in the store, and you can't help but feel warm and fuzzy at their unique expressions and designs. You can also have fun searching for your own one while feeling the warmth of the handmade items. Be sure to visit as a memory of your trip to Miyagi! #0YenTravelNovember #MiyagiTourism