Matsushima Koumura

Very hospitable and helpful to provide clear instructions for a dining map and a very warm welcome.

The staff were very welcoming and the hotel was beautiful with traditional japanese rooms.

Hosts were some of the kindest people I’ve met traveling. Extremely helpful and treated us like family. Will definitely stay here again

Our group of 8 had a wonderful time staying at this ryokan. The couple were so welcoming and helpful. We were able to bring our food and drinks and sit together after a full day touring Matsushima. We felt so at home enjoying the company. They have two little poodles that were adorable! Matsushima was our favorite place in our independent touring Tohoku region. The breakfasts was most delicious!

Although this is an older ryokan, Matsushima Koumura has been kept well by the lovely couple who run it. If you want a taste of the real Japan, and help local businesses thrive then go to this no frills family run ryokan. It is small with only 8 rooms, so not busy at all and allowed a personalized experience. The owners were friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The owner even personally drove us to the train station to ensure we would be able to catch our connecting local train to the Shinkansen in Sendai. Our room had a private bath but we chose to try the traditional "sento" located on the 3rd floor. It is not a natural mineral hot spring "onsen" but a regular public bath just for those staying in the inn. The water was nice and hot. Relaxing to soak in after a day of travel and touring. We had the best, most delicious Japanese breakfast here too for a very affordable price. The small town of Matsushima is a beautiful place worth visiting and this inn was within walking distance to the red bridge to Fukuurajima and into town. We enjoyed a nice getaway for a couple of days away from the busy city. I recommend staying here if you want to be treated like family or friends coming home for a special visit. Not for those looking for luxury pampering, nor a high end fancy spa with additional services. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves here and would love to return again!