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Matsushima Cruise

See one of the Three Great Views of Japan up close from the sea!

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Over 260 large and small islands are in the heavenly Matsushima known as one of the Three Great Views of Japan. A large boat on a regular schedule goes around Matsushima Bay in the affordable “Niomaru Course (Middle schooler and older 1,500 yen, Elementary child 750 yen)”. It leisurely cruises a 17km route in 50 minutes around Niojima Island, Kagetajima with an imposing rocky cliff, Funairijima where ancient ruins were found, Katsurashima and Nonoshima which are inhabited.

There are rental options exclusively to families, groups or couples. These rental boats can get closer to islands for a better view, different from the larger ships. A mid-sized boat is basically for 15 guests or more, and a small boat is for 1 to 12 guests.

The view over Matsushima from the relaxing boat has a different beauty from the scenes on the land. Get on the boat and enjoy the stunning scenery which has captured hearts since ancient days.

Highlights

  • The most popular cruise ship for touring Matsushima.
  • Better to make a reservation online or by phone. *Phone reservation: 8:00am-5:00pm (8:30am-4:00pm in winter)
  • Online reservation from the Matsushima Cruise website gives a bonus.
  • You can use Niomaru Course without reservation if there are open seats.

Photos

  • The large cruise ship, Niomaru, was built after the shape of Niojima Island

    The large cruise ship, Niomaru, was built after the shape of Niojima Island

  • A rental boat can get to islands closer, great for groups

    A rental boat can get to islands closer, great for groups

  • Matsushima’s symbol, the uniquely-shaped Niojima Island

    Matsushima’s symbol, the uniquely-shaped Niojima Island

  • Kagetajima with jagged rock

    Kagetajima with jagged rock

  • Imposing islands seen closely from the sea

    Imposing islands seen closely from the sea

  • Refreshing sea breeze is just perfect

    Refreshing sea breeze is just perfect

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do I need to make a reservation?
A

While not required, advanced reservation will give you a discount.

Q

Do I need an ID such as a passport to buy the ticket?
A

No, it is not necessary.

Q

Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
A

Yes.

Reviews

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  • 張立溪

    來松島玩必搭，遊湖完再去吃烤牡蠣。

  • Susana Lee

    在松島經營遊覽船公司有很多家，不用預約也不用等隨時都有船班在運行。

Details

Name in Japanese
松島遊覧船
Postal Code
981-0213
Address
85 Matsushima-chonai, Matsushimamachi, Miyagigun, Miyagi
Telephone
022-354-2233
Closed
Open every day
Hours
8:00am-5:00pm
Winter: 8:30am-4:00pm
*Niomaru leaves the pier every hour between 9:00am and 4:00pm. (May vary depending on seasons and days)
Fare
Varies depending on courses and the number of guests
Directions
From JR East Matsushimakaigan Station, walk 20 min.
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (English)

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