The page of "Matsushima Islands" as "Your Destination in Japan" now has been uploaded:
Matsushima is one of the three most scenic spots in Japan.
Matsushima consists of 260 small islands on Matsushima Bay,
and each island ("Shima" in Japanese) is covered by pine trees ("Matsu" in Japanese).
On your right side, you will see a historical building on the small hill.
The building is named "Kanrantei".
The building was originally located in Fushimi Castle in Kyoto.
TOYOTOMI Hideyoshi presented the building to DATE Masamune,
feudal load in this area in the late 16th century.
As Matsushima is known as a place of scenic beauty, the clans of DATEs,
who governed in the current Miyagi Prefecture area, often visited here
and stayed at the "Kanrantei" to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
To the east of Matsushima-Kaigan Station (on your left),
you will find Godaido Temple in a small island.
Godaido Temple was originally built in 807.
The current existing buildings were rebuilt in 1609 by DATE Masamune.
The main hall is designated as an important cultural property of Japan.
The view from Godaido Temple is also spectacular.
Please visit the page of "Your Destinations in Japan" "Your Destinations in Tohoku"
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英語版のサイトに松島のページをアップデートしました：
松島は言わずと知れた日本三景の一つです。
丘陵地が沈降して出来た地形で、松島湾に
多くの島々が浮かぶ景色は何とも美しいものです。
今日アップした "Matsushima Islands" のページへどうぞ：
