[Miyagi] 3 recommended scenic spots along the coast

Along the coast of Miyagi Prefecture, you can enjoy spectacular scenery and taste a variety of seafood.
Abundant nutrients flow into the Sanriku sea from the surrounding mountains through rivers, making it a suitable fishing ground for farming oysters and other crops.
In Matsushima, which has been selected as one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, you can enjoy the specialty dish of oysters when they are in season.
Furthermore, it is characterized by the scenery that was highly praised by literary figures such as Matsuo Basho, and you can see a number of spectacular, strangely shaped rocks forming a ria coastline.

・Matsushima Bay

Photo by x768 – Matsushima Bay / Size-adapted.

Matsushima Bay has uniquely shaped islands, which are collectively called the Urato Islands.
It is a place that is characterized by the scenery typical of a remote island, and where you can enjoy the sea view throughout the seasons. In spring in the Urato Islands, rapeseed flowers are in full bloom all at once in places facing the sea, making the landscape look like a yellow carpet.
Many tourists come from far and wide to take in this spectacular view, and it is one of Miyagi Prefecture's famous flower viewing spots.

・Kamiwarizaki

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In Minamisanriku, Miyagi Prefecture, there are rough, strangely shaped rocks along the coast, creating a unique landscape.
As the name suggests, Kamiwarizaki is said to be a cliff split in two by the power of a god. Big waves are always hitting Kamwarizaki, but the hard rock has endured erosion and still maintains its solid appearance.
If you choose to visit during February or October, you can watch the sunrise from between the cliffs of Kamiwarisaki.

・Kesennuma Oshima

Photo by Rias Tourism Creation Platform – Kameyama /Size-adapted.

Among the islands along the coast of Miyagi Prefecture, Kesennuma Oshima is particularly famous as the largest.
Kesennuma Oshima is sometimes called the Green Pearl because of its lush green environment.
Because it is surrounded by vast ocean waters and has an altitude of 235 meters, you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view from the top of Kesennuma Oshima.
The terrain around Kesennuma is also full of rugged, strangely shaped rocks, just like Minamisanriku.
There are places where huge stones are lined up like pillars, so it is also recommended as a famous place to enjoy the power of nature. When visiting Kesennuma, one of the attractions is being able to enjoy the local specialty, shark fin dishes.