7 Best Ryokans in Matsushima for a Scenic Girls' Trip, with Onsen and Gourmet Food, Miyagi

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Matsushima, Miyagi, is a scenic tourist destination that has been selected as one of Japan's three most scenic spots. There are over 260 islands of various sizes along the coast of Matsushima, and many people visit to see the spectacular scenery created by the islands and the sea. After enjoying a cruise around the bay on a Matsushima sightseeing boat, enjoy fresh seafood such as grilled oysters and seafood bowls at the Matsushima Fish Market. Don't miss visiting power spots for marriage, including the bright red Fukuura Bridge. Matsushima is the perfect destination for a girls' trip.

If you're going on a girls' trip to Matsushima, where you can enjoy typical Japanese scenery, we recommend staying at ryokan. You can feel the Japanese atmosphere and enjoy the healing and relaxation that you can't find in a hotel. You can lie down on the tatami mats and relax, or enjoy the scenery on the wide veranda. There are also onsen with spectacular views and ryokan where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine made with plenty of Matsushima seafood. You can enjoy a truly relaxing stay with Japanese hospitality.

Matsushima Sakan Shoan is located about 15 minutes by car from JR Matsushima Matsushima Sakan Shouan Station, which is the base for sightseeing in Matsushima. The grounds of this ryokan located on the cape of Matsushima are approximately 3,000 tsubo. There are only 11 guest rooms on a vast site, making it a very luxurious structure. You can enjoy a relaxing stay with check-in at 3pm and check-out at 12pm. You can have a relaxing stay with an extraordinary feeling.

In front of "Shoan" is the sea. All rooms have ocean views and beautiful views. This 14 tatami Japanese-style room is recommended for girls' trips. Outside the window of the Japanese-style room, where you can feel the Japanese atmosphere, you can see the sea of Matsushima nearby. You'll want to relax and look at the night sky from the wide veranda. You can also do bird watching with the binoculars in your room.

The women's bath at Shoan has a Western-style structure made of marble. The high windows are decorated with stained glass, creating a magical atmosphere. There is also an open-air bath made of cypress wood outside, where you can relax and soak in the hot water while listening to the chirping of wild birds. The sea breeze is so refreshing that you'll want to stay soaked forever.

For dinner at Shoan, you can enjoy a Kaiseki meal made with fresh local seafood. Seasonal dishes are beautifully presented in beautiful bowls. If you enjoy it with your favorite local sake or wine, everyone will be excited!

Matsushima Ichinobo is located about 5 minutes by shuttle bus from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. Matsushima Bay stretches out in front of ryokan, and you can feel the ocean up close. ``Matsushima Ichinobo'' is an all-inclusive style inn. Food, drinks, and activities at the lounge and restaurant are included in your stay, so you can enjoy a carefree stay.

At Matsushima Ichinobo, you can enjoy beautiful ocean views of Matsushima from various rooms. Especially recommended is the ``View Twin'' on the 4th and 5th floors. The modern Japanese rooms have large windows and a combination of tatami and flooring, creating a very open atmosphere. You can spend a luxurious time relaxing and watching Matsushima sunset while enjoying a drink in your room.

The open-air bath on the top floor ryokan is fed by natural onsen that gush out from 1,500 meters underground. The alkaline hot water has a smooth texture and is said to be good for beautiful skin. Soaking in the hot springs while feeling the sea onsen is very pleasant and will help you truly relax. There is also a relaxation facility "Niwa SPA & SAUNA" in the hotel where you can enjoy a large bath, sauna, and rock bath.

Dinner at the all-inclusive Matsushima Ichinobo is served in an order-to-order buffet style. The menu features plenty of local seafood and seasonal ingredients, as well as handmade sweets. Free local sake, carefully selected wines, and non-alcoholic drinks are also available. You can have a fun dinner time and have a lively conversation with your female friends.

Komatsukan Kofuutei is a onsen ryokan located about 5 minutes by car from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. If you contact us, we will come to pick you up at Matsushima Kaigan Station. The location where you can clearly see the scenery of Matsushima and the islands is attractive.

If you're staying at Komatsukan Kofuutei, which is right in front of the sea, we recommend a room with an ocean view. The special room ``Sekkoku'' with an open-air bath is a room where you can enjoy a wonderful view. After enjoying the open-air bath, cool off on the wide veranda where you can enjoy the typical Matsushima scenery. There is also a Japanese-style room with 12.5 tatami mats, so you can spend a relaxing time.

Komatsukan Kofuutei has a private bath called Asahimi no Yu. You can have a luxurious view of Matsushima's sunset view and the ever-changing views of the sea and sky. The hot water here is Matsushima onsen which is gentle to the touch! Enjoy the best detox time in a spacious bathtub that can accommodate 5 or 6 adults.

``Komatsukan Kofuutei'' has a large public bath and an open-air bath, so you can enjoy touring the hot springs. If the weather is nice, let's go to the moon viewing platform, which also has a footbath. The combination of Matsushima's scenery and the moon is truly beautiful and will be a great memory of your trip. You can warm up your body in the footbath, so don't worry even if it's a little chilly.

Hotel Matsushima Taikanso is located about 5 minutes by private shuttle bus from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. This Japanese resort is located on a hill overlooking the ocean and offers a far-reaching view of Matsushima. The hotel is fully equipped with facilities such as a large public bath, a karaoke box, an ester room, and a summer pool. This is the perfect inn for a girls' trip where you want to have fun and have fun.

The rooms at Hotel Matsushima Taikanso are divided into ocean and mountain sides. If you're looking for a room with an ocean view, we recommend Shōinkaku Japanese-Western Room (seaside) or Shofukaku Japanese-Style Room (seaside). You can enjoy a spectacular view of Matsushima Bay from the large windows, and the feeling of openness is outstanding.

The open-air bath of the women's public bath "Shizuna no Yu" is designed so that you can soak in the hot water while looking out at the surrounding nature and Matsushima's sea. Since it faces the Pacific Ocean, you can also watch the sunrise. It feels good to wake up a little earlier than usual and take in the spectacular view from the open-air bath in the morning.

For dinner at Hotel Matsushima Taikanso, you can choose from a Japanese, Western, or Chinese buffet, a Japanese seafood buffet, or a Japanese Kaiseki meal. For girls who want to eat lots of fresh seafood, we recommend the Japanese-style seafood buffet. Enjoy the seafood caught that day along with raw sake sent directly from the brewery in Miyagi.

Matsushima onsen Motoyu Hotel Ubudo is located about 5 minutes by car from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. If you contact us in advance, they will even pick you up at the station. This is a hotel where you can enjoy Japanese relaxation and the extraordinary feeling of an Asian resort at the same time. It is located right next to the fishing port and within walking distance of Matsushima's famous landmark, Fukuura Bridge. The location is convenient for sightseeing.

Hotel Umifudo has 26 rooms, all with ocean views. For a girls' trip, we recommend the spacious 52㎡ Western-style room with a panoramic bath. The furniture imported from Bali and the bed with a canopy give it an exotic feel! It's a Western-style room, but I'm glad that there is a small rise.

Some rooms even have a bathtub with claw feet like this one. A stylish bathtub that looks like something you see in a movie will get everyone excited! When you open the sliding door next to the bathtub, you can see the Matsushima sea and instantly transform into a view bath. Being able to open and close this door as needed is also helpful for girls. There is also a natural onsen here.

There is an open-air bath with a panoramic view on the rooftop of Hotel Umifudo. Soaking in onsen while looking out at the sea of Matsushima and the islands floating there is very pleasant and will make you forget about your daily stress. Don't forget to visit the open-air bath with a view where you can stretch your arms and legs.

The breakfast at Hotel Umifudo is a luxurious looking Japanese meal. It comes with small colorful bowls and is very filling. The handmade yuba tofu made at the table and the grilled fish, which you can choose from three types, are popular. After enjoying a nutritious and well-balanced breakfast, you can head out for sightseeing in Matsushima.

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Palace Matsushima is located about 10 minutes on foot from Matsushima Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line, and about 5 minutes by car from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. This is a public inn located on the shore of Matsushima Bay. It's in a great location right in front of the ocean, and all rooms have ocean views.

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``Palace Matsusu'' is attractive because all 24 rooms have ocean views and you can stay at a reasonable price. This "Premier Japanese Room" is a spacious 65㎡ room. It can accommodate up to 6 people, so it is also recommended for groups of girls traveling together.

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There is a spacious public bath on the second floor of the hotel. The recommended time to relax in the large public bath while looking out at Matsushima is at dusk and sunrise. The scenery created by the islands and the changing sky is so beautiful that you can experience an extraordinary feeling.

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Umi Nodoka, located on the second floor, is a lounge space where you can relax and enjoy the view of the ocean. You can enjoy free coffee after your meal. From 3pm, it can also be used as a self-service bar where you can enjoy sparkling wine and beer. We want you to feel as relaxed as if you were in your own living room, so you have to declare the payment when you check out the next day. Feel free to use it when you want to change your mood.

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Dinner is a Japanese-style meal with the theme of local production for local consumption. The dishes, which are made with plenty of seasonal ingredients, mainly seafood, are said to be perfect with Miyagi's local sake. For celebrations or days when you want to have a bit of luxury, we recommend making a reservation for Funamori♪ Everyone will have a lively conversation in front of the impressive Funamori!

Hotel Sekkei no Yakata is located about 5 minutes by car from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. This inn is located on a hill by the sea, very close to Fukuura Bridge, the symbol of Matsushima. This is ryokan you can enjoy a truly spectacular view, with all rooms overlooking the ocean.

There are a total of 23 guest rooms. In addition to Japanese-style rooms, there are also Japanese-Western rooms with an open-air bath. Enjoy your time in your room to the fullest by soaking in the hot onsen in the open-air bath overlooking Fukuura Bridge, chatting and relaxing in the tatami room or on the terrace.

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O meal offers a wide variety of menus, including the "Sea Blessing" plan featuring local seafood, and the "Meat Lovers Must Try" plan featuring both hoba-Yaki Sendai black beef and Sendai's famous beef tongue Ishiyaki. Choose the one that best suits everyone's tastes. For those who want to relax in the comfort of your room meal, please try the in-room dining plan.

Even if you have an open-air bath in your room, you should still go to the large public bath and open-air bath where you can relax and stretch your arms and legs. The water here is drawn from a natural onsen, and is alkaline, so you can enjoy onsen 's smooth texture. The view from the open-air bath is so beautiful that you will want to gaze at it forever.

Matsushima, one of Japan's three most scenic spots, is a recommended destination for girls' trips. Admire the beautiful scenery, visit power spots, and enjoy fresh seafood. At night, you can stay at a Japanese-style ryokan, have a delicious meal, and warm up in the bath to soothe your mind and body. Why not plan a girls trip to Matsushima for your next holiday?