Sep 1, 2014 - 1 min read

Matsushima Bay in the Spring

Sakura and pine

By James Rodrigues

Community writer

Great view of the bay!

Sakura in full bloom

This was a rare treat!

Down at one of the small marinas on the bay

Long bridge connecting one of the islands

Enchanting islands

The pine are beautiful year-round

Cruising between the islands is a wonderful experience

Heading down to the water

The beauty of Matsushima Bay is the stuff of legends, and one so vast and sweeping that it is difficult to capture in photos. No matter the season, the coastline offers stunning views, but during a brief period at the end of April, the sakura bloom and add patches of rich warmth to the otherwise cool hillsides and craggy islands. The juxtaposition of the ephemeral sakura and the perennial pine is a gorgeous one, and an image so rich with symbolism it would make even the most daring of classical Japanese poets blush.

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James Rodrigues

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Justin Velgus

Justin Velgus 10 years ago

Beautiful pics of a beautiful location!!

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