Mount Tomiyama & Daigyo-ji
富山・大仰寺
A small hill where one of the Four Great Views of Matsushima, the 'Beautiful View' (Reikan), can be seen. From beside the Kannon hall at the summit, you can look over the eastern islands of Matsushima Bay, and the scenery is lovely.
Mount Tomiyama is about 117 metres high. The Tomiyama Kannon hall of Daigyo-ji at the summit has a long history and was under the patronage of the Date family during the Edo period. The viewpoint beside the Kannon hall is known as the Reikan, one of the Four Great Views of Matsushima. It overlooks the many small islands scattered across the eastern part of the bay, and on clear days you can look out toward Mount Kinkasan. It is quieter than the sights in town. Worship is free. From Rikuzen-Tomiyama Station on the JR Senseki Line, the walk up takes 25 to 30 minutes and includes some steep sections. If you are driving, you can reach a car park near the summit. It pairs well with Mount Otakamori as a scenic route.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Fukuurajima Island
- Matsushima Fish Market
- Matsushima Bay Cruise
- Godaido Hall
- Kanrantei Tea House
- Zuiganji Temple
- Entsu-in Temple
- Ojima Island