Miyato Island, Higashimatsushima City, Miyagi Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥3,000
Miyato Island, located in Higashimatsushima City between Matsushima and Ishinomaki, offers a tranquil escape with stunning natural beauty. Accessible via the Okumatsushima Park Line from Nobiru, the island features scenic spots like Otakamori (Mt. Takamori), one of the four grand views of Matsushima, offering panoramic 360-degree vistas. Explore the rugged coastline of Sagakei and relax on the sandy beaches of Murohama, Ohama, and Tsukihama. Visit Inagazaki Park for walking trails, an observation deck, and picturesque views. Miyato Island is a great place to enjoy fresh seafood at one of the local minshuku (traditional Japanese inns).