[Matsushima] Let's go see the spectacular views of one of the three most scenic spots in Japan. 9 hotels and ryokan recommended for families

It takes about two and a half hours from Tokyo by bullet train, and about three hours by plane from Osaka and Nagoya, and Miyagi "Matsushima" can be reached. It is a tourist destination with beautiful scenery that is counted as one of the three scenic spots in Japan. There are many spots that you can enjoy with children, such as the "Matsushima Island Sightseeing Boat" where you can tour Matsushima and the surrounding islands by boat, the "Matsushima Sakana Market" where you can enjoy seafood to the fullest, and the "Matsushima Retro Museum" where you can play with noodles and tops. If you enjoy the spectacular view of Matsushima with the whole family, you will surely have wonderful memories that will remain in your child's heart.


※Three Views of Japan ... It refers to the three scenic spots of Matsushima (Miyagi), Amanohashidate (Kyoto), and Miyajima (Hiroshima).

If you're traveling with your family, we recommend choosing a hotel or ryokan that welcomes children. If you have a baby or a child who is still crawling, choose an inn with Japanese-style ryokan or a hotel with a kids' corner so that both adults and children can have a comfortable stay. In this article, we introduce a carefully selected list of hotels and ryokan around Matsushima that are recommended for traveling with children. Please use this as a reference when choosing your accommodation.

Hotel Matsushima Taikanso is about a 5-minute shuttle bus ride from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. It overlooks Matsushima Bay, and the rooms on the ocean side offer a spectacular view of Matsushima. It can be hard to enjoy the view when you have children. But at this hotel, you can see the spectacular view of Matsushima from your room, so mom and dad can enjoy a luxurious time together.

The ocean-facing rooms with great views include rooms with tatami mats. The photo shows a Japanese-Western style room called "Shoinkaku." The tatami mats make it comfortable for babies who are still crawling. You can also rent yukata, pillows, and slippers for children!

There is also an outdoor pool (summer only). It is a big attraction to have a facility where you can have fun with your children inside the hotel. We recommend the spacious "Karaoke Box." Children under elementary school age can use it for free, so the whole family can enjoy singing to their heart's content. How about a karaoke debut for your child?

At the restaurant "La Cerace" on the first floor, you can enjoy a Japanese, Western and Chinese buffet. There are many dishes that children will enjoy! There are also dishes that reflect the seasons of Miyagi. Moms and dads who want to try local ingredients will definitely be satisfied♪ There are also private rooms (for a fee) that families can use, so you can meal without hesitation even if you have children.

Matsushima Century Hotel is located about a 10-minute walk from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. Located right in front of Matsushima Bay, the hotel is within walking distance of major tourist spots such as Godaido Temple and Matsushima Fish Market. This is a great location for families with children who have a lot of luggage and find it difficult to move around. The hotel has an open-air bath and large public bath with natural onsen water, which is said to moisturize the skin, making it a great place for families looking for relaxation.

There are Japanese-style rooms available, and the photo shows the "Basho-tei Matsu-no-Ma Room with Open-Air Bath," which is also suitable for families with children. Since you can enjoy the open-air bath whenever you like, it's perfect for when you want to enjoy it without any worries. If you like onsen, we recommend using the private onsen family bath "Nagomi." It is also equipped with bath chairs for children, a baby bathtub for babies, and a diaper changing station. Taking children to onsen can be a bit of a worry for others, but if you have a private bath, you can relax.

If your child is under 2 years old and only sleeps in the same bed as you, there is no charge. In addition, the hotel has facilities to keep children entertained, such as an outdoor pool (only available in summer) and a toy corner. You can stay here without worry.

For dinner, let's have a Japanese kaiseki set or open kitchen cuisine at the meal place "Matsushima". Seats are predetermined, so you can relax without worrying about securing a seat. There are also dishes for kids such as hamburgers and sushi. In the open kitchen cuisine, you can enjoy Sendai's specialty "Beef Tongue Grill" and "Pork Steak" with Miyagi pork. For gourmet families who want to taste local ingredients◎

Matsushima Sakan Shouan is a high-class ryokan located about 10 minutes by car from JR Takagimachi Station. It is about 10,000 square meters in size, but there are only 11 rooms. You can spend a quiet and relaxing time here. Another attractive feature is that you can stay for a maximum of about 21 hours, with check-in at 3 p.m. and check-out at 12 noon. In addition to purely Japanese-style rooms where you can relax with your children, some rooms even have an open-air bath. Yukata and slippers for children are also available.

The women's bath has an octagonal bath with beautiful standing glasses. Bathing surrounded by soft light is sure to relieve the fatigue of the day. After the bath, take a break at the salon "Kura". In the afternoon, you can refresh your mind and body with a cup of hot tea. You can also use the "Matsushima Bunko" where about 2,000 novels are lined up ◎ Adults and children alike may enjoy discovering new books.

For dinner, try Restaurant Umioto. Depending on the season, you can enjoy sumptuous dishes made with seafood from Sanriku caught that morning and ingredients from Miyagi. For breakfast, there are dishes typical of Matsushima, such as "Sasa kamaboko" (bamboo shoots) and "Matsushima Koren charcoal grilled fish." Relax and enjoy gourmet food with the family while gazing at the sea.


*Matsushima Koren: A rice snack made by baking Sasanishiki rice grown Miyagi. It is a type of rice cracker in the shape of a thin sheet.

Komatsudokan Kofutei" is an attractive onsen inn with a seaside location, located about 5 minutes by car from JR "Matsushima-kaigan Station". It is in a perfect location overlooking Matsushima, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, making it an ideal base for sightseeing. There is a large public bath, private baths, footbaths, and a variety of other bathing facilities. At night, you can spend a pleasant moment on the "Otsukimi-dai" (moon-viewing platform) with footbaths, watching Matsushima Bay illuminated by the moonlight.

The guest rooms are designed with a Japanese feel, and the Japanese-style rooms are especially recommended for families with children. In rooms with tatami mats, babies can crawl around without worrying. There are also rooms with open-air baths with a view, so you can relax and enjoy onsen with your family without worrying about the eyes of others.

There is also a private bath in the building, so even if your room does not have an open-air bath, you don't have to worry. The private bath "Asahimi no Yu" is a spacious space where the whole family can relax, and you can have the beautiful view of Matsushima all to yourself. In addition, there are plenty of services that are great for traveling with children, such as yukata and slippers for children, small toys as gifts, and one free diaper service.

For dinner, you can choose from a "Japanese Full Course" or a "Charcoal Grill Course," and enjoy dishes made with plenty of fresh ingredients from Matsushima and the Tohoku region. The "Charcoal Grill Course" features specially selected ingredients such as beef tongue and large shrimp, grilled right in front of you, so the whole family is sure to be very satisfied! For breakfast, try the "Morning Happiness Meal," which includes Miyagi's local cuisine and the specialty "clam-cooked rice." Come and spend a luxurious time at Komatsukan Kofutei that will satisfy the whole family.

Hotel Ubudo is an Asian-style resort hotel located in front of Matsushima Bay. It is located about a 15-minute walk from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station, and they will provide a shuttle from the station if you contact them in advance. All rooms overlook the Matsushima islands, so you can relax with your family while enjoying the beautiful scenery.

The majority of the guest rooms are Japanese-style, and 16 of the 26 rooms have an open-air bath or a panoramic bath, allowing families to enjoy onsen without worrying about others around them. Each room has its own unique design, such as a cat's foot-shaped panoramic bath or a Shigaraki ware ceramic bath, so you can enjoy it no matter how many times you visit. Some rooms have a canopy bed with a design that combines Japanese and Asian resort styles, allowing you to experience the resort atmosphere of Bali.

The hotel has an open-air observation bath called "Miharashi no Yu" that offers a panoramic view of Matsushima Bay, where you can enjoy a relaxing onsen with your family. Children are sure to enjoy the large bath with a great view. The hot onsen water is a simple alkaline onsen. Stretch out your limbs and relieve the fatigue of your trip, and refresh the whole family!

For dinner, you can enjoy a multi-course meal using carefully selected ingredients from Matsushima and Sanriku. Enjoy a wonderful time with your family at Restaurant Nanami, tasting dishes made with seasonal ingredients. For breakfast, a Japanese meal featuring a colorful array of small dishes is served, and the three types of grilled fish you can choose from are popular. Enjoy a nutritious breakfast with the whole family, then head out to explore Matsushima in good spirits.

Breeze Bay Seaside Resort Matsushima is about a 10-minute walk from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station. If you make a reservation, you can request a shuttle service. It's great to have a shuttle service, especially when traveling with children, who tend to have a lot of luggage. There are also Japanese-style rooms, so the whole family can lie down and relax.

The hotel has a kids' corner with toys and picture books, a hotel-made "smart ball for children," and a playground with trampolines and bouldering for children. Children's desire to play is fully satisfied.

The hotel has a free private hot onsen where you can relax with your family. The photo shows the Japanese-style private bath "Yunami." It is available from 3pm to midnight and from 6am to 9am the following morning. The ocean bath in the large public bath and the garden bath with open-air bath are equipped with kid's chairs, so parents can wash their children's heads and bodies without worrying about them running around. There are also kid's chairs in the restaurant. It's great because it allows both children and adults to meal in peace.

Oedo onsen Monogatari Premium Hotel Sokan is about a 15-minute walk from JR Matsushima Station. You can easily get to the hotel by taking the free shuttle bus from Matsushima Station or Matsushima Kaigan Station. There are many Japanese-style rooms, so you can travel comfortably even with a baby. Children under 3 years old can sleep for free, so you can save money on your trip. You can also use the money you saved to buy souvenirs.

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The amenities you need for bathing are available in the large public bath (changing room). The hotel also has a games corner, a table tennis corner, and Othello rentals, so you can have fun with your whole family!

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There are also yukatas and slippers for children to use inside the building. Having something just for yourself is a great thing for children. The bathroom is equipped with a baby bed and baby bath, so you can spend your time comfortably. If the weather is good, you can even watch the morning sky from the open-air bath. Why not get up a little early with your child and enjoy the divine view?

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Dinner and breakfast are served buffet style. They also have tableware for children. There is a wide variety of menu items that will make both adults and children smile, such as Sendai's specialty "beef tongue" and seasonal seafood! If you have a baby who is still on weaning food, you may be worried about preparing meal. But at this hotel, you can order baby food at the restaurant. It's perfect for your baby's first trip.

Hotel Zekkeinoyakata is located in a luxurious location overlooking Matsushima, one of the Three Most Scenic Views of Japan. It is about a 5-minute drive from JR Matsushima Kaigan Station, and is also close to the tourist spot Fukuura Island and Fukuura Bridge, which features a vermilion bridge. You can spend a special time with your family while looking at the scenery that Matsuo Basho also praised.

There are a total of 23 guest rooms, with a variety of types available, including Japanese-style rooms, Japanese-Western style rooms, and rooms with open-air baths. The rooms with open-air baths are especially perfect for families, as they allow children to bathe whenever they want without worrying about the people around them. Enjoy the spectacular views of Matsushima while relaxing in the tatami room or on the terrace. Children's slippers are also provided, so please ask at the front desk if you need them.

The hotel also has a large public bath where you can enjoy natural onsen. The alkaline onsen water is gentle on the skin, allowing both adults and children to relax. From the open-air bath, you can see Fukuura Bridge and Fukuura Island, making you feel as if you are in a landscape painting. Enjoying onsen with your children is sure to become a wonderful family memory.

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For dinner, you can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients such as "Seafood Stone Grill" using local seafood, "Sendai Kuroge Wagyu Beef Grilled on a Magnolia Leaf," and Sendai's specialty "Beef Tongue Stone Grill." The whole family will be smiling at this luxurious meal where you can enjoy both seafood and meat. Enjoy a fun time with your family while savoring the delicious cuisine unique to the area.

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Matsushima onsen Matsushima is an inn with 24 rooms, all of which face the sea. It is located about a 10-minute walk from JR Matsushima Station. The recommended room for families with children is the Standard Japanese-style Room with Two Rooms. While the baby is taking a nap, the adults can enjoy chatting in the other room. For twin bedrooms, bed guards can be rented free of charge.

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There are plenty of services and facilities for families with babies! The women's large bath is equipped with baby baths and baby bath chairs. In addition, the restrooms on the 3rd and 4th floors, where the guest rooms are located, are equipped with diaper bins. When you're traveling, it can be a pain to bring home used diapers... At times like these, it's nice to be able to dispose of them easily. There are also barrier-free restrooms, which are useful for those with strollers.

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A children's menu is available for dinner. The "Wanpakuzen" uses ingredients representative of Matsushima, so you can enjoy the unique flavors of the area. Moms and dads who want their children to enjoy the local specialties of their travel destination will be very satisfied! There is also a "kids plate" for small children. If you have any food allergies, you can ask about this in advance, so please inquire when making your hotel reservation.

There are many hotels and inns around Matsushima that are friendly to families with children! Some inns offer beautiful views from the rooms, so you can enjoy the spectacular views of Matsushima even while staying indoors. Beautiful views, delicious food unique to Matsushima, and onsen... Stay at a facility that is child-friendly and create fun memories with the whole family.