1. Kibotcha - Hostel

- Location: Higashimatsushima
- Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 27 reviews)
- Price: $68 nightly, $80 total, Nov 23 - Nov 24, for Our top choices for Matsushima hostels
- Review: 👍, by HAOYI
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Take a boat tour around the pine-covered islands of Matsushima Bay, where you'll see why it's considered one of Japan's three most scenic views. Visit Zuiganji Temple to admire its ornate painted screens and explore the caves where monks once meditated.

You may like the prices at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which gets good reviews from our travelers: Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Hotel Sokan - 1.2 mi (2 km) from the heart of Matsushima. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities at this hotel.
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 38°F. The rainiest months in Matsushima are September, August, October, and July, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy some places near Matsushima. Get out into nature with places like Fukuurajima, Saigyo-Modorino-Matsu Park, and Ogidani Valley. Cultural attractions include Date Masamune Historical Museum, Kyohei Fujita Glass Museum, and Ishinomaki Blue Resistance. Visit landmarks like Entsuin Temple and Ojima Island.
Keep this information about transit options in and around Matsushima on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Sendai Airport (SDJ), located 19.5 mi (31.4 km) away from the city center. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. If you're eager to see more of the surrounding area, head over to Matsushimakaigan Station to catch a train.