Miyagi Matsushima Rikyu (宮城県松島離宮) water play zone (wading pool and splash plaza)

About this spot

This is the Miyagi Matsushima Rikyu (宮城県松島離宮) water play zone (wading pool and splash plaza) in Matsushima Town. In 2026 it is open from Saturday, July 18 through Sunday, August 30, from 10:00 to 17:00. There is a wading pool and splash plaza for young children, plus surprise fountain mats that shoot water up from underfoot, so everyone from toddlers to elementary schoolers can play together. An athletic playground and a pinwheel garden are also on site, so play never stops even when the children tire of the water. During the Summer Festival period, admission is free and the normally 400-yen paid area is opened free of charge as well, which makes spending a whole day here at low cost a major attraction. Located right by Matsushimakaigan Station (松島海岸駅), it is easy to plan for by train or by car, and the trip home is easy even carrying wet luggage.

Season & hours

Tips

It runs from Saturday, July 18 through Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00. Allow time to change and pack up before closing, and wrap up water play by 16:45. Content may change in bad weather, so check the official information for the day's status. Even though the water is shallow, do not take your eyes off children, and an adult must always accompany them. The floor is slippery when wet, so water shoes that protect your feet are reassuring. For children not yet out of diapers, bring swim diapers. As this is a tourist area, weekends during the summer vacation period are crowded. Arriving early to secure a spot lets you settle in calmly.

Best time to visit

About 3 hours 15 minutes. The afternoon, when the sun softens, is recommended

Access & map

松島町 / Miyagi Matsushima Rikyu