📍 Fukuura Bridge & Fukuura Island (Matsushima Town, Miyagi Prefecture)

Fukuura Bridge (also known as Deaibashi Bridge), a vermilion-lacquered footbridge, leads to Fukuurajima, a small island floating in Matsushima Bay. Crossing the 252-meter bridge, you arrive at Fukuurajima, a prefectural natural park surrounded by nature. The contrast between the vermilion bridge, the blue sea, and the green island is reminiscent of a traditional Japanese painting.

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⏰ Opening Hours, Fees, and Access
Toll: ¥200 for adults / ¥100 for elementary and junior high school students (one-way tickets available)
Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM from March to October / 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM from November to February (Open every day)
Access:
Approximately 15 minutes on foot from Matsushima-Kaigan Station on the JR Senseki Line
Approximately 10 minutes by car from Matsushima-Kaigan IC on the Sanriku Expressway
Parking is available at the municipal (free) or nearby paid parking lots (e.g., Matsushima Park Parking Lot No. 3)

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💡 Recommended Points
The romantic "Encounter Bridge": Legend has it that crossing the bridge will bring good fortune to those in love, leading to a truly photogenic and mystical atmosphere.
Easy nature walk: The paved promenade takes about 30-40 minutes to circle the island. Enjoy a variety of views, including the observation deck, Bentendo Temple, and small beach.
Scenery with a variety of seasonal changes: The natural beauty of approximately 250 species of plants, including red pine and maple, is particularly picturesque during the autumn foliage season.
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Post by NAOMI アート建築めぐり | Aug 17, 2025