Oshima (雄島) is a small, pine tree-covered island close to the pier of Matsushima. The island can be accessed over a short bridge free of charge and offers some pleasant, short walks. There are multiple small shrines and viewpoints dotted about the island.
Oshima used to be a retreat for monks, and decorated meditation caves can still be found on the island. The bridge to Oshima was destroyed in the 2011 tsunami, but was rebuilt and reopened two years later.
Getting there and around
Oshima is a 5-10 minute walk from Matsushima-Kaigan Station or a 15 minute walk from Matsushima Pier.
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Matsushima IchinoboFeaturing free property-wide WiFi, a spa centre and a seasonal outdoor pool, Matsushima Ichinobo offers accommodation in Matsushima. The ryokan has a hot spring bath and sauna, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Every room at this ryokan is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. For your comfort, you will find yukata robes, slippers and free toiletries. There is free shuttle service, gift shop, and shops at the property. Zuiganji Temple is located 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Sendai Airport, 30 km from the property.View on Booking.com
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Uchi Matsushima GuesthouseUchi Matsushima Guesthouse is situated in Matsushima, 9.4 km from Shiogama Shrine, 23 km from Sendai City Community Support Center, and 400 metres from Entsuin Temple. This 1-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a shared lounge. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. All units have a shared bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. Sendai Toshogu is 21 km from the guest house, while Rakuten Seimei Park Miyagi is 22 km from the property. Sendai Airport is 34 km away.View on Booking.com
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Komatsu-kan Kofu-teiLocated right in front of Matsushima Bay, Komatsukan Kofu-tei offers accommodations with free wired internet access. Guests can refresh in the public hot-spring baths and enjoy traditional multi-course meals in their rooms. A free shuttle is available from JR Matsushima Kaigan Train Station, which is a 5-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature a TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea bags. Most rooms have tatami (woven-straw) floors and Japanese futon bedding, while some rooms come with a private open-air bath. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy the public indoor/outdoor hot-spring baths or reserve a hot-spring bath for private use. Massages can be requested for an extra cost and local souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Luggage storage and laptop rentals are available at the front desk. Local fresh seafood and ingredients are offered in the traditional multi-course meals. Kofutei Komatsukan is a 10-minute walk from Godaido Shrine and a 15-minute walk from Zugan-ji Temple.View on Booking.com
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Matsushima KoumuraMatsushima Koumura provides a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 10 km of Shiogama Shrine and 24 km of Sendai City Community Support Center. There is a private entrance at the ryokan for the convenience of those who stay. The ryokan features family rooms. The units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a hot tub, slippers and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer, units at the ryokan also provide guests with free WiFi. At the ryokan, all units have bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the garden. Entsuin Temple is 1.4 km from the ryokan, while Sendai Toshogu is 22 km away. Sendai Airport is 35 km from the property.View on Booking.com
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Hotel Matsushima TaikansoFeaturing free WiFi and a seasonal outdoor pool, Hotel Matsushima Taikanso offers accommodation in Matsushima, 1 km from Zuigen Temple. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk and gift shop at the property. Guests can enjoy a buffet of Japanese, Chinese and Western-style cuisine for dinner. For breakfast, there is a buffet of Japanese and Western-style dishes. Entsuin Temple is 900 metres away from the property. The nearest airport is Sendai Airport, 28 km from Hotel Matsushima Taikanso.View on Booking.com
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Matsushima Petit Hotel Bistro AbalonSituated in Matsushima, 9.3 km from Shiogama Shrine, Matsushima Petit Hotel Bistro Abalon features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers free shuttle service and luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. Rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Matsushima Petit Hotel Bistro Abalon have a balcony. At the accommodation rooms include bed linen and towels. Sendai City Community Support Center is 22 km from Matsushima Petit Hotel Bistro Abalon, while Entsuin Temple is less than 1 km from the property. Sendai Airport is 33 km away.View on Booking.com
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Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Hotel SokanOoedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Hotel Sokan is located in Matsushima, 11 km from Shiogama Shrine, 25 km from Sendai City Community Support Center, and 1.6 km from Entsuin Temple. This ryokan provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. Guests also enjoy access to the sauna and hot spring bath, as well as the public bath and open-air bath. Every unit features a private bathroom and bidet, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a fridge. The ryokan offers certain units with city views, and all units come with a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities. A buffet breakfast is available daily at the ryokan. At Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Hotel Sokan, the family-friendly restaurant is open for dinner and serves Japanese cuisine. You can play table tennis at this 3-star ryokan. Sendai Toshogu is 22 km from the accommodation, while Rakuten Seimei Park Miyagi is 23 km away. Sendai Airport is 35 km from the property.View on Booking.com
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Shintomi-teiOffering Japanese-style rooms, Shintomi-tei offers public indoor/outdoor public baths and relaxing massages. Free Wi-Fi is available at the lobby area and free parking is on-site. A free shuttle is available from JR Matsushima Train Station, which is a 5-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms feature tatami (woven-straw) floor and Japanese futon bedding. A flat-screen TV, a fridge and an electric kettle with green tea are included in each. Guests can wear the provided Japanese Yukata robes and the en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Guests can purchase local gifts at the souvenir shop and enjoy late-night snacks at the karaoke bar. Japanese set menus are served for breakfast and dinner at the dining room. Shintomi-tei Inn is a 10-minute walk from Entsu-in Temple and Zuigan-ji Temple. Matsushima Bay is a 15-minute walk away. JR Sendai Train Station is a 35-minute train ride away.View on Booking.com
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