[Miyagi Prefecture] If you want to see Matsushima's spectacular views, check out the ``Four Great Views!'' We will explain in detail the spectacular views.

Matsushima superb view points have four famous places called the four major views It is like surrounding Matsushima Bay around east, west, west, west, west, west, west, west, west, west, west, west, and south,

Tosen (Otakamori) Reikin (Toyama) Great (Tamonyama) Yumyuri (Ogiya)

It is called.

It is said that this was named by the Confucianist of the Sendai Domain, Manten Funayama, and praised it as "Otakamori in the east, the appearance of Ogiya in the west, the great view of Tamonyama in the south, the Reijin of Toyama in the north." It seems that he came to be called "four major views".

Now, let's introduce the spots one by one with photos in the order we visited them.

[South] The great view of Tamonyama

Tamonyama is located in Yogasakihama Yatsugamori, Shichigahama Town, and is the most well-equipped of the four great views.

You can see Maho Island and Jizo Island in front of you, and although it is not visible in the photo, there is a thermal power plant on the right, which is surprisingly impressive.

Tamonyama is the origin of the name of Bishamon -do, which enshrines the statue of Tamon Ten, and the observatory is recommended behind Bishamon -do. There are also beautiful parking lots, toilets and parks, and it is a highly recommended place for children and dating.

It's about a 7-8 minute walk from the parking lot to the observation area behind Bishamondo. It feels like walking along a gentle mountain path, so you can easily reach the viewing spot.

Great View (Tamonyama) <INFORMATION>

• Name: Daikan (Tamonyama)
• Address: 37-1 Daigasaki Hagamori, Shichigahama-cho, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi 985-0801

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[Nishi] The ghost of Ogiya

I had a hard time finding the entrance to Ogidani in the west.

It's on the way to Matsushima on R45, and I passed by it twice. There is a small sign at the entrance, so please be careful when heading to Ogidani.

As the name suggests, Ogidani gets its name from the scenic cove that spreads out like a fan.

The viewing area is a plaza with a small rest area, and if you climb a few stone steps, you will find Daruma-do Hall.

Although this place is not very conspicuous now, it is also the place where the Rinzai monk Kiseki Kumoi, who came to Matsushima at the time due to the repeated wishes of Date Masamune and Date Tadamune, built a hermitage in 14th year of Kanei era.

Is Ogidani a parking lot? It took less than 5 minutes to get to the observation point from there, and although the location was relatively close to the observation point, the stone steps really caught my attention.

However, even if the stone steps are a bit difficult, the view when you reach the top is truly breathtaking.

I feel a little understood the meaning of "ghost", probably because there was nobody around and I could only hear the bird's singing.

As a starting point for sightseeing in Matsushima, I recommend Zuiganji Temple as it is the closest of the four great views.

Yumyuri (Ogiya) <INFORMATION>

• Name: Yuzuri (Ogiya)
• Address: 〒981-0213 Matsushima-cho, Matsushima-cho, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi Prefecture 1

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[Kita] Rei Kannan of Toyama

Toyama's Reikin is Utagawa Hiroshige drew the 60th State famous place , and it is written in the picture "the scenery of Matsushima is located in Toyama" , and it has long been famous as a superb view. It is famous.

However, don't underestimate the fact that to get to this point, you have to climb a mountain road that only one car can pass.

The driving distance is about 2km from the entrance, but there are falling rocks along the way, so you have to be very careful when driving.

The approach to Toyama was honestly licked. In the preliminary survey, I managed to write, "I like the shoes I was used to." I was thinking.

However, climbing but climbing but stone steps. I really reflected on my lack of physical strength.

Once you reach the top of the mountain, you will see Toyama Kannon-do, which is said to have started with a statue of Kannon Bodhisattva created by Ennin (Jikaku Daishi) enshrined at the top.

However, this Kannondo is not the goal this time. There is an observation deck in front of Kannondo, and you can see the best view from there, but today's purpose is a little further.

We will aim for Daigyoji Temple, which is right next to Kannondo.

It costs 100 yen for admission to enjoy the scenery from Daigenji, but you are absolutely satisfied. It is the best scenery. I think it's best to sit in Shiunkaku and heal the tiredness of the trip (stone steps).

Luckily there was no one else there that day and I was able to relax for an hour.

Reiki (Toyama) <INFORMATION>

• Name: Reikan (Toyama)
• Address: Tebaru Miura, Matsushima-cho, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi 981-0211

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[East] The spectacular Otakamori

Otakamori Observation Deck offers a view from the top of Miyato Island, Oku-Matsushima, at an altitude of 105 meters.

This is the summit, so you can enjoy the large panorama, which is exactly spectacular. It trembles too much.

This is a famous photography location nationwide, and many of the photos you see in pamphlets and tourist guides are of the view from the Otakamori Observation Deck.

There are two parking lots: the parking lot of "Aomina", which sells local tourist information and special products, and the parking lot of Oku-Matsushima Jomon Village History Museum. It is recommended that you plan your schedule well in advance to ensure entry and exit is blocked.

The Otakamori Observation Deck is a 105m high mountain, so it can be considered a beginner's level climb.

On the way, there are a lot of breaks for rest. Let's go while taking a break, not to do so.

When you climb the steep stairs and swell roads, you can see the 360 ​​-degree panoramic view. If the weather is nice, you can see the Zao Mountain Range in the distance.

On this day, I didn't get to see the sunset because I used the parking lot on the Aomina side, but next time I'd like to go where the sun sets.

Termination (Otakamori) <INFORMATION>

• Name: Termination (Otakamori)
• Address: Miyato Otakamori, Higashimatsushima City, Miyagi Prefecture, 981-0412

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summary

How was it?

In short, "I'm sorry I'm not good at photos !!"

However, please come and visit the Four Great Views to confirm what I have written in the text. There is truly a spectacular view, and everything is awe-inspiring.

Matsushima is famous as one of Japan's three views, but where is the scenery really good? I think there are many people. Each scenery has its own personality, and I think you can find your favorite prospects.

It's honestly hard to go all the time in one day. It is better to narrow down to one place. I went home in a hette, and drank beer while watching the photos I took.