AreaMatsushima Bay
Shoan
松島佐勘 松庵 | Matsushima Sakan Shoan
Escape and relax in a seldom-seen part of Matsushima
Photo by Matsushima Sakan Shoan
AreaMatsushima Bay
松島佐勘 松庵 | Matsushima Sakan Shoan
Escape and relax in a seldom-seen part of Matsushima
Photo by Matsushima Sakan Shoan
Photo by Matsushima Sakan Shoan
Photo by Matsushima Sakan Shoan
Photo by Matsushima Sakan Shoan
A world away from the sightseers and bustle of Matsushima’s waterfront sightseeing district, Shoan is a luxurious hideaway where travelers can relax and recharge. Located on a quiet peninsula on the outskirts of Matsushima, guests can take in the beauty of the natural environment as they gaze out over the many islands in the bay. From the hotel, take a stroll on paths through the woods leading to nearby promontories overlooking Matsushima Bay.
Each room is relatively large, offering guests modern amenities while maintaining a classic Japanese aesthetic. Guests can choose a room with futons, or request a room with Western-style beds. All guests have access to communal, gender-separated indoor and outdoor baths. There is also a suite option which includes a private outdoor bath. Guests are served delectable meals and seasonal dishes replete with local seafood at the on-site restaurant Umine. Umine is also open to non-staying guests at lunchtime, when they serve beautifully presented prix fixe meals.
Shoan’s secluded location makes it unique among Matsushima accommodations. Explore nearby peninsulas jutting into Matsushima Bay, hike Mount Tomiyama for a great bay view, or head to nearby Miyatojima Island for a cruise of the dramatic Sagakei Gorge.
ADDRESS
Umeki 1, Tetaru, Matsushima-machi, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi-ken
ACCESS BY PUBLIC TRANSIT
By free shuttle bus: From Matsushima Station (Tohoku Line). Reservations required 1 day in advance
By taxi: 10 minutes from Rikuzen-Tomiyama Station (Senseki Line)
CREDIT CARDS
Accepted
LANGUAGES
Limited English
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Yes
PHONE
022-354-3111
ROOMS
Western-style 2, Japanese-style 9
CAPACITY
56
ONSEN
No
VEGETARIAN/VEGAN
Yes
HALAL
No
FOREIGN-LANGUAGE MENU
No
NON-SMOKING
Yes
TABLE CHARGE
None