Kujukushima (Kisakata)
A scenic spot where 103 islets of all sizes appear to float in the rural landscape spreading out at the foot of Mt. Chokai. Long ago, islands dotted a shallow lagoon, and the area was praised as “Matsushima of the East, Kisakata of the West”-a stunning view that even captivated Matsuo Basho. In 1804, a major earthquake estimated at magnitude 7 uplifted the surrounding land by Approx. 2 m, turning it into tidal flats (land) and creating the landscape seen today.
It really looks like a jigsaw puzzle.
As far as you can see, islands are scattered across the surface of the sea, like an artist casually dotted them in—grand, yet peaceful.
Walk around the viewpoints and the scenery keeps changing. It’s perfect for photos.
Everything here moves at a slower pace and feels so comfortable—just being there makes you feel refreshed, like your mind’s been rinsed clean.
