Overview
One of the three great views of Japan: more than 260 islands afloat in the bay. Basho is said to have found no verse for it.
About this place
Matsushima (松島) is a group of islands in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. There are some 260 tiny islands (shima) covered in pines (matsu) – hence the name – and it is considered to be one of the Three Views of Japan. Nearby cultural properties include Zuigan-ji, Entsū-in, Kanrantei, and the Satohama shell mound.
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Designation:Special Place of Scenic Beauty
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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