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Roasted meat / hormoneYakiniku restaurant SausuSince its establishment, the restaurant has been run directly by a butcher and has been particular about using Japanese black beef. Not only the beef, but also the kimchi, sauces, and soups are all handmade. -
Roasted meat / hormoneRamen and Hormone MasterThe shark fin ramen is made with Kesennuma's specialty shark fin, which is carefully prepared over several days, making it a delicious bowl of ramen. -
[Kesennuma at home!] Swordfish Edition 2-3"Delicious swordfish neck steak restaurants" you can eat locally3. Local "delicious restaurants" This time, we will introduce two restaurants! The first restaurant is in July 2019. -
sushiIchiba SushiThe menu includes seasonal seafood landed at Kesennuma Fish Market, as well as local specialties such as shark fin, bonito, and pacific saury. -
Bread and sweetsKeiki Confectionery Shinjo Store (Palpo Co., Ltd.)This restaurant is dedicated to the pursuit of deliciousness through the efforts of its skilled craftsmen, who are particular about hand-made dishes. -
Craft beerBLACK TIDE BREWING"Let's create craft beer that Kesennuma can be proud of! Together with the people of Kesennuma!" This is what we at BLACK TIDE are all about. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineSeasonal TastesWe use carefully selected local ingredients to serve dishes that are not only delicious but also visually pleasing. -
Roasted meat / hormoneMorland MotoyoshiA vast and lush pasture. You can interact with animals such as rabbits and ponies at the experience facility (Makiba no Gakko). -
Western foodRAVENThis is an Italian restaurant that specializes in Tuscan cuisine. Two types of appetizers, pasta, meat dishes, and Dolce (dessert) are available. -
Izakaya/Dining barJapanese Restaurant Udon (Kesennuma Hotel Kanyo)We will treat you to seasonal flavors unique to Kesennuma, using an abundance of seafood from the Sanriku region. -
Okinawan cuisineTEN(T)This Okinawan restaurant mainly uses ingredients from Kesennuma. They serve their specialty soki soba made with bonito flakes from Kesennuma, as well as sea grapes and mimi. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineJapanese Restaurant KaishuThis is a restaurant where you can enjoy fresh seafood while overlooking Kesennuma Bay. -
Brewers teach pairings for each brand and productGourmet column: Gourmet Detective S: Investigating the pairing of Kesennuma ingredients and local sake! - Part 2 -Table of Contents 1. Characteristics of sake from "Kakusei", the brewery that brews "Mizutori-ki" and "Kinmon Ryogoku" 2. Brewery that brews "Souten-den" and "Kesennuma Otokoyama" -
Western food, Western cuisine, and sweetsParpo Cafe Restaurant EtoilePalpo's restaurant is known for its "handmade Gotto." In addition to cakes and sweets, the restaurant also serves authentic Western dishes. -
Bread and sweetsRainbow Forest BakeryYou can enjoy shopping for items such as bagels, bread, mini rolls, and baked goods, as well as miscellaneous goods, tableware, and coffee beans. -
Recommended articles from a local perspectiveKe. -About Kesennuma's Food-Hello everyone! My name is Masamitsu Kayaoka, and I am a curator at the Rias Ark Museum of Art in Kesennuma. -
Western foodCentral Hotel Matsuken Restaurant OberThe hotel is proud of its authentic Western cuisine. The popular signature dishes are fried shrimp and steak. These are delicacies that you won't find anywhere else. -
Recommended gourmetAfter climbing Mt. Tokusenjo, enjoy the seasonal food of Kesennuma.After climbing Mt. Tokusenjo and working up a good sweat, enjoy the seasonal delicacies of Kesennuma. -
Soba / udonFresh soba noodles OnoyaThis is a soba and udon specialty store that is casual and easy for women to enter alone. -
Take a delicious and cool break ♪Cool Drinks & Sweets SpecialWhy not take a break in Kesennuma this summer, where the sea breeze is so pleasant, with a cool drink or sweets in hand? -
Cafe / cafeTea shop Printemps -Printemps-This coffee shop is set in an 80-year-old private home. The interior is decorated with Showa retro items, and it feels like a place to visit relatives in the countryside. -
TakoyakiNaniwa TakoyoshiThe owner is from Osaka and has appeared on TV many times! The takoyaki from Kesennuma is exquisite, and even Sandwichman has confirmed its deliciousness. -
Cafe / cafeCAFE&MUSIC JujiroThis is a cafe in a detached house in the middle of nature that opened in the summer of 2022. The Pacific Ocean stretches out before you. Take a break in nature. -
Cafe / cafeUtensils and Cafe nagameA cafe renovated from a private house on Oshima Island. The interior, which also doubles as a rental gallery, was originally filled with antiques and -
A handmade winter treatThe more you know, the tastier they become! Kesennuma oystersKesennuma is known as one of Japan's leading oyster farms. Many oyster rafts float in the calm bay, carrying nutrients from the forest to the sea. -
[Kesennuma at home!] Swordfish Edition 2-2Which part of the swordfish? "Kama", "belly" or "back"2. Which part of the swordfish is it? "Kama", "hara", "spine" This time, we will introduce "Kama", "hara block", and "spine block" of swordfish. -
Izakaya/Dining barAmerican Darts Bar A.The only online darts bar in Kesennuma. We have a wide range of drinks, from hard liquor to cocktails, sake, and wine. -
Cafe / cafeCafe KADOYAUsing safe and secure local ingredients, they offer sweets, lunches, and organically grown Japanese tea. -
Cafe / cafeCaffe la teA popular cafe serving galettes, crepes, and pizza. This is the only place in Kesennuma that serves galettes. -
Roasted meat / hormoneMutton RanchWe started with lamb, but we have a wide range of other dishes on the menu, including beef, pork, chicken, and of course lamb. -
Dining hall/family restaurantKitchen Space YumenoyaThis restaurant is attached to the Rias Ark Museum of Art. It serves delicious meals using mainly local ingredients that give you a taste of Kesennuma. -
[Kesennuma at home!] Swordfish Edition 2-1Now in season, the swordfish head, belly and back blocks are a real treatHello! I am Ono, the writer of the "Kesennuma at Home!" series. It has been getting colder recently. -
Taste the fresh seaEat heartily! A seafood grill restaurant!When you come to Kesennuma, the first thing you want to do is try the abundant seafood! -
Enjoy the taste of autumn with grilled or sashimiAutumn! Seasonal Pacific saury special featureThe saury season has arrived! When it comes to autumn delicacies in Kesennuma, it has to be saury. Large, silvery saury are being unloaded at the port. -
Enjoy the sweet and sour bounty of spring!Kesennuma Strawberry Menu Special 2026Strawberries are a fruit that comes into season as spring approaches. During this time, many shops in town offer dishes using strawberries. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineKanae and SaikichiFounded in 10. We manufacture and sell our signature product, "Golden Sanma," as well as other delicious side dishes and souvenirs. -
[Kesennuma at home!] Swordfish Edition 1-4Swordfish recipe "I tried making one using the harmonica!"4. Swordfish recipe "I tried making a dish using the harmonica!" I was completely captivated by the charm of the swordfish harmonica. -
Dining hall/family restaurantFish Market Minatomachi Restaurant SenWe purchase fresh seafood landed at Kesennuma Fish Market and serve seafood bowls and set meals. We also serve Kesennuma Chanpo -
Western foodCafe EspoirThis cafe opened on the first floor of the newly built Kesennuma City Library. They serve sandwiches, spaghetti, curry rice, and more. -
Cafe / cafeAnchor Coffee Mother PortAnchor Coffee's main store spreads the rich lifestyle of the people living in Kesennuma to the whole country. -
Port town flavors go well with port town alcohol?Gourmet Column: Gourmet Detective S: Investigating the pairing of Kesennuma ingredients and local sake! ~Part 1~Pursuing the pairing of Kesennuma ingredients and local sake ~ Part 1 ~ "Port town sake for port town flavors?" Table of Contents 1. Kesennuma -
SeafoodHamayaki & BBQ Gold SmileNewly opened in Kesennuma Oshima in December 3! Freshly caught oysters and scallops purchased from fishermen on the island are served at the restaurant. -
sushiSushi restaurant OmasaYou can casually enjoy the popular shark fin pie soup and shark fin sushi. We also have a selection of fresh seasonal local fish. -
Going out to sea to catch a large fishThe more you know, the tastier it becomes! Kesennuma SwordfishKesennuma, one of the world's three major fishing grounds, sees a wide variety of fish landed throughout the year. -
Can you eat shark hearts?! [Internship article]Hello. My name is Sugimura and I am currently interning at Kesennuma Regional Strategy. I am originally from Shizuoka prefecture and currently live in Miyazaki prefecture. -
indonesian foodWarung MahalAn Indonesian restaurant in Kesennuma. We aim to be a place for cultural exchange between Indonesia and Japan through food. -
Soba / udonKamaage Udon DanpeiFounded in Kesennuma in 1994. Overcoming the Great East Japan Earthquake, it was rebuilt in December 2019. The udon noodles are made with domestic wheat. -
Dining hall/family restaurantTempura MarukoOur restaurant is suitable for banquets and meetings, and we also have a variety of set menus for lunch, so please feel free to come and visit us. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineJapanese Cuisine WorldThe lunch menu at Nagomi Dokoro Sekai includes a grilled fish set meal that you won't find anywhere else, a ladies' lunch that's very popular with women, and hearty meals. -
Number one fresh bonito landing in Japan for 24 consecutive years!If you come to Kesennuma, you should definitely try bonito!Kesennuma has been the number one city in Japan for fresh bonito landings for 24 consecutive years! Bonito signals the arrival of summer in the town. The fishing grounds are located in the port facing the Sanriku coast. -
Cafe / cafeHanzo Rest HouseThe "Ogama Table" located in Hanzo Rest House at Ogama Hanzo, a scenic spot in Karakuwa, will open in July 2024. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineSeasonal Cuisine Restaurant HamanoieBased on the concept of "delicious, cheap, and comfortable," the restaurant offers local seafood dishes, Yamagata beef, and Yamagata soba (meat soba and zaru soba). -
Recommended sushi restaurant for lunchIf you come to Kesennuma, you have to eat sushi! Kesennuma sushi lunchHi, this is Mikino, a citizen writer. If you're going to Kesennuma, you'll definitely want to eat fresh and delicious seafood! -
[Kesennuma at home!] Swordfish Edition 2-4Swordfish recipe: "I tried making a dish using the back block and jaw!"4. Swordfish recipe "I tried making a dish using the back block and the tail!" This time, I used the tail and the back block. -
Japanese cuisine, Western cuisine, and Western cuisineRias KitchenWe serve dishes using Kesennuma shark fins, bonito, swordfish, and other fish. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineHoshioka GizanteiWe mainly cook and serve fresh seafood landed at Kesennuma Fish Market. We also have other seafood from Shizuoka Prefecture and -
Roasted meat / hormoneYakiniku Kuriko, the birthplace of Kesennuma horumonFounded in 36, this is the birthplace of Kesennuma horumon, run by the fourth generation. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineKarayaThe recommended course is the chef's choice course, which includes fresh sashimi and grilled fish, made with seasonal ingredients. -
[Kesennuma at home!] Swordfish Edition 1-1Now in season, eat your fill of swordfish harmonicaNice to meet you! I am writing the "Kesennuma at Home!" series. I grew up in the mountains, surrounded by rice fields, in the southernmost part of Miyagi Prefecture. -
Yakitori and skewersDeep-fried skewers Chinese noodles OtakeThis is a delicious restaurant that serves skewered fried foods and Chinese noodles as a final dish. They also have a wide selection of seafood dishes, such as sashimi, so it's a great place for parties and drinking parties! In the winter, they also serve hotpots. -
Cafe / cafeMiya CafeOur fresh vegetable and fruit smoothies will improve your health and beauty. -
We spoke to Chef Kuromori Yoji of Kesennuma -KUROMORI-.About that person and Kesennuma.Yoji Kuromori has honed his skills as the chef at "Raku Shoku Ken Bi - KUROMORI -", a renowned Chinese restaurant in Sendai. -
Western foodRestaurant BRUNCHWe recommend dishes such as omelet rice with soft eggs and gratin made with homemade white sauce that is made every day. -
sushiYuzushi Bypass StoreA long-established restaurant founded in 35. They offer sushi, rice bowls, and grilled dishes, focusing on fresh fish unique to Kesennuma, including seasonal local fish. -
Enjoy the nightlife of KesennumaLocal! Only here! Cheers in KesennumaIf you are traveling to Kesennuma, you should try the local alcoholic drinks that brighten up the night in Kesennuma. -
CafeteriaMinamisanriku Drive-in Hikado RestaurantA popular restaurant established in 43. We welcome customers of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. In our open restaurant, which has no private rooms, we aim to provide a bright and welcoming atmosphere for our customers. -
Dining hall/family restaurantYamayo RestaurantYamayo has been cultivating oysters since the early Showa period for over 90 years, and is involved in the production, processing and sale of seafood, mainly oysters. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineMiyatoThis is a Japanese restaurant that values the seasons and serves healthy dishes using seasonal ingredients. -
A gathering of unique shops! Lots of fun!Mishione Alley"Mishione Yokocho," a collection of shops housed in trailer houses, is a unique alleyway with shops that can only be found here in Kesennuma. -
Izakaya/Dining barDINING BAR HALUWe have a wide variety of items, from pizza and pasta to wine, cocktails, and Kesennuma local sake. -
Soba / udonSoba teahouse KuubeiThe high ceilings and thick beams of the old house are eye-catching in the restaurant. We enjoyed the dipping sauce made with bonito broth while listening to the quiet jazz music. -
Otani Coast Roadside Station Restaurant UmikokoAt the roadside station "Otani Kaigan," they serve reasonably priced dishes made with plenty of local ingredients. -
Western foodnine oneAn authentic port town restaurant where you can enjoy creative Mediterranean cuisine using fresh seafood from Kesennuma and seasonal vegetables. -
Mexican foodCHEERSLook for the flashy American car! Tex-Mex cuisine made with ingredients from Kesennuma. Limited quantities of our specialty spare ribs and abalone. -
Enjoy the bounty of this island's natural beauty!Kesennuma Oshima's "Island Food"Kesennuma Oshima is gaining attention due to the completion of the Kesennuma Oshima Bridge and the decision to feature it as the setting for a morning drama series in 2021. -
Pork cutletDonburi ShibarakuOur most popular dish, katsudon, is made with two pieces of pork cutlet instead of the usual one, so it's very filling. -
Cafe / cafeAnchor Coffee Uchiwan BranchAnchor Coffee is the coffee shop of choice in Kesennuma! In addition to their original blended coffee, they also serve seasonal single coffees. -
Soba / udonSoba restaurant TongarashiThe tempura is fried to order, so it's crispy! There are four types of soba noodles! There are also plenty of toppings! Choose your favorite soba noodles! -
A perfect temperature for a quiet morning.Waiting for spring beyond the steam: A report on breakfast at 7 inns in Kesennuma where you can experience the season's best.From winter to early spring, Kesennuma is enveloped in the quietness characteristic of a port town. The morning air is cool, and the sea... -
Introducing recommended information on Ehomaki and seaweedSetsubun is on February 3rd! This year's lucky direction is "south-southeast"!Setsubun in 2026 is on Tuesday, February 3rd. Setsubun is just around the corner! In Kesennuma and the surrounding areas, bean-throwing is a tradition. -
Izakaya/Dining barAoba, a restaurant serving seasonal cuisineThe restaurant is built using the wood of two old houses, and has thick pillars that create a calm atmosphere. They do not only serve seafood dishes, but also homemade pizza. -
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Start your morning off right with delicious food♪If you want to have breakfast or morning meals in Kesennuma, this is the place to go!Hi, this is Mikino, a citizen writer. "I came to Kesennuma, but I booked a room-only accommodation, so what about breakfast?" -
Sharks are not just about shark fins!A restaurant where you can eat shark dishes!Kesennuma is famous for its specialty "shark fins." Sharks are said to be a fish with no part that can be wasted, and they are suitable for processing. -
Western foodRestaurant KudfuCoudfu serves French and Italian cuisine using seafood, seasonal ingredients, and fresh vegetables from their own garden. -
Dining hall/family restaurantSeafood restaurant HajikamiWe mainly use local ingredients. Seafood bowls and seaweed ramen are popular. We only take reservations for dinner. -
Bread and sweetsKoyama ConfectioneryA hidden cafe on the second floor of a confectionery shop. Enjoy the specialty banana juice in a stylish interior that feels like a mountain hut loft. -
Izakaya/Dining barHot springs Restaurant Dressing roomThis is a restaurant located within the Hokkori-yu facility. We offer delicious meals with a focus on health. -
Bars and snacksPRISMStandard cocktails and original cocktails using local liquors, single malt, wine, craft gin, -
Tasting comparison of Yaki Jaws and Hoyaboya Yaki [Internship article]Hello. My name is Umi Moriguchi (my name is Katsuo) and I am interning at Kesennuma Regional Strategy for one month from February 2th. -
Kesennuma Hormone Detective's Investigation ReportWhat is the local food "Kesennuma Hormone"?Hello. I am a fourth year university student who has been doing an internship at the Senuma Regional Strategy General Incorporated Association since October. -
Making Sanma Meatball SoupPrepare to be amazed by the fluffy texture! Recreating the taste of a port town mother's cooking from scratch. Using fresh saury unique to Kesennuma, the fish is ground into a paste using a mortar and pestle. -
sushiTomoe SushiWe have been supported by the local community for 43 years. We look forward to serving you fresh seafood. *Reservations are required for banquets on the second floor. ( -
Western foodHamanasu Oceanarium Hidamari Restaurant[Reservations required by the day before] Kaiyokan is popular for its delicious food. The vegetables and herbs served at lunch are made from compost. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineSeafood restaurant AjikuraA Japanese restaurant that mainly serves sushi and fresh fish dishes. The motto is "handmade without additives" and they use local ingredients to make delicious, healthy food. -
Pork cutletFreshly fried croquettes!We offer a variety of croquettes and other fried foods. Both eat-in and take-out are OK. Lunch and bento -
Izakaya/Dining barLocal Cuisine Izakaya Men's Kitchen Beach HouseIt's a really small shop with seven counter seats and seven table seats, but because it's small, it's a place where fun encounters happen. -
Kappo, Kaiseki, Japanese cuisineKitakatsu Maguroya Uminoichi BranchThis shop is directly managed by the Kesennuma deep-sea bonito and tuna shipowners' association, "Miyagi Prefecture Northern Bonito and Tuna Fisheries Association." -
Izakaya/Dining barOdazuma kidThis is a homey izakaya that mainly uses local Kesennuma ingredients, and values a comfortable atmosphere where customers can become friendly with each other. -
[Kesennuma at home!] Swordfish Edition 1-3"Delicious swordfish restaurants" where you can eat locally3. "Delicious restaurants" where you can eat locally After hearing about the swordfish harmonica, we actually went to the local -
Western foodItalian sake shop Daccha"Ishinomaki Bar Daccha" (currently closed due to urban development) which was located in Ishinomaki, has come to Kesennuma. -
Treasures of the sea, polished by human handsKesennuma shark fin is even more delicious when you know about it!Kesennuma's shark fins are known as a world-class production area. Their high quality is supported by the skills of craftsmen that have been passed down for many years. -
Cafe / cafeCafe MamboThe seasonal "Strawberry Bavarian Cream" and "Strawberry Parfait" made with Kesennuma strawberries from Hashikami are popular among customers from outside the city and prefecture. -
RamenRamen FlameThe miso ramen, inherited from the previous owner and further improved, is the best. -
sushiKesennuma Asahi Sushi Main StoreFounded near Kesennuma Port 50 years ago, the restaurant mainly uses local ingredients, carefully selected fresh seafood, and serves sushi with high-quality techniques. -
Western foodBorsetta Isikawa Live KitchenAt first glance, it looks like a clothing store, but behind it is a restaurant where you can eat lunch. They also serve a lot of bento lunches, and the hamburger steaks and -
Introducing popular curry restaurants!Kesennuma Curry SpecialCurry is an appetizing dish with the aroma of spices. In Kesennuma, many restaurants offer their own unique curry. -
sushiSushi place endoNot only do they serve fresh, seasonal seafood, but they also use local ingredients such as vegetables. Many locals visit the restaurant, -
Izakaya/Dining barThe Second Laughing Conference HallAlthough the restaurant mainly uses fresh ingredients from Kesennuma, it also values the taste of home cooking. -
Chinese cuisineChinese restaurant KaikaA Chinese restaurant that has been loved for many years in Kesennuma. The spiciness and freshness of the Sichuan peppercorns (red pepper) and Fuji peppercorns (green pepper) give the dish a numbing taste. -
Dining hall/family restaurantTsurukame no Yu and Tsurukame Restaurant"Tsurukame no Yu and Tsurukame Shokudo" in front of Kesennuma Fish Market is open from 7am, and fishermen come to bathe after landing their catch. -
Roasted meat / hormoneYakiniku House JanjanPopular menu items: Homemade kimchi, kakuteki, oi kimchi, Wagyu beef ribs, Wagyu beef skirt steak, beef tongue, super spicy noodles, te -
Enjoy the seasonal seafood!Carefully selected! Special feature on seafood bowls recommended by locals[This information is as of April 2025.4.21, XNUMX. Please note that prices and menus may be subject to change. -
You can buy it in Kesennuma! Enjoy it♪Recommended Valentine's Day events in KesennumaFebruary 14th (Saturday) is Valentine's Day. For your loved ones, for those who have helped you, and as a treat for yourself. Kesennuma -
Cafe / cafeCafe RSTWe are particular about the origin and brand of the beans, and we roast them in-store, so you can drink freshly roasted coffee. -
Spend some time relaxing on an island surrounded by the sea.Kesennuma Oshima's "Island Cafe"Kesennuma is gaining attention due to the completion of the Kesennuma Oshima Bridge and the decision to feature it as the setting for a morning drama series in 2021.