What to know
Fukuura Island (福浦島, Fukuurajima) is one of the few pine-covered islands in Matsushima Bay that visitors can access. A 252-meter-long red bridge leads to the island, costing 200 yen for a round trip. The bridge was damaged by the March 11, 2011 tsunami and later repaired.
The island offers little beyond plants and bay views. It serves as a natural botanical garden with pleasant walking trails. A leisurely stroll along all paths takes about an hour, with nice bay views along the way.
Fukuura Island is a 5-10 minute walk from Matsushima Pier or a 15-20 minute walk from Matsushima-Kaigan Station.
How to get to and around Matsushima
Visitor information
Practical details to check before planning this stop.
- Hours
- 8:30 to 17:00 (until 16:30 from November through February)
- Closed
- No closing days
- Admission
- 200 yen (~$1.28)
- English name
- Original name
- Fukuura Island (Fukuurajima)
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