scenic beauty of many islands; archipelagic beauty
Aesthetic term often used for the Seto Inland Sea, describing the picturesque view of numerous scattered islands.
The scenic beauty of the many islands in the Seto Inland Sea captivates many tourists.
From this observation deck, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful archipelago.
Compound of 多 (many), 島 (island), and 美 (beauty). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the term is conventionally associated with the scenic archipelago views of the Seto Inland Sea.