Shiogama Port - Matsushima Port (Basho course)
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Shiogama
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Ports of Call
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Matsushima
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Fare [JPY]
1,500 - 2,900
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Distance and Course Time
15.2km - 15.2km
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A regular sight-seeing cruise service that connects Shiogama Port (Miyagi Prefecture, Shiogama City) and Matsushima Port (Miyagi Prefecture, Miyagi District, Matsushima City) . A 50 minute cruise ride. [Features] Various types of cruises with 86-400 seat capacities tour around Matsushima Bay, known as one of the three most famous scenic places in Japan. Following the Basho course, by which the famous haiku poet once cruised around, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery made of some 260 islands. An awesome view of nature with its exquisite islands and pine groves lies before you just like a Japanese garden. [Tourist Attractions Nearby] ▪Shiogama Port（Marine Gate Shiogama） ・Shiogama Shrine: 6 minute ride / 24 minute walk from Marine Gate Shiogama. Also known as Mutsu no Kuni Ichinomiya, this shrine has a more than 1,200 year history since its founding, and is embraced as the spiritual center of Tohoku region.The view from the shrine, with its full panorama of Matsushima Bay, is a real treat of natural beauty. ▪Matsushima Port（Matsushima Tourist Pier） ・Zuigenji Temple: 7 minute walk from Matsushima tourism pier/The temple, which is the mausoleum of Date Masamune, the great lord of the region in 17th century, is designated as national treasure. The approach to the shrine, lined with cedar trees, is magnificent. ・Godaido Temple: 3 minute walk from Matsushima tourism pier / The temple is the symbolic landmark of Matsushima. Founded by Lord Date Masamune in 1604, the temple is located on a small island. Its approach bridge from the mainland is beautifully decorated with latticework. [Access to Pier] ▪Shiogama Port（Marine Gate Shiogama Port） <By train> Get off at Honshiogama Station, JR East Sengoku Line. Walk 9 minutes. https://goo.gl/maps/dG1kT5sjMaq <By car> Get off Sendai eastern Road at Sendai-ko North IC, then take National Highway 45.(6.1 km, 15 minute drive) ▪Matsushima Port（Matsushima Tourist Pier） <By train> 6 minute walk from Matsushima Kaigan Station, JR East Sengoku Line. https://goo.gl/maps/1NuMw7TaL3P2 <By car> Get off Sanriku Highway at Matsushima Kaigan IC, then take Prefectural Road 144.(3.2 km, 8 minute drive) https://goo.gl/maps/rdMcxvMCVpm [Vessel Operator] Marubun Matsushima Kisen Co., Ltd. |
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| Items of Interest | Coastal Scenic Cruises | Route Type | Pleasure Cruises |
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| Reservation | Yes | Credit Card | Yes |
| Contact Information |
Marubun Matsushima Kisen Co., Ltd. TEL: 022-365-3611 ( Japanese Only ) |
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Tourist Attractions Nearby
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Shiogama |
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Matsushima |