Winter Feast "Kesennuma Oyster Menu" 2024

Oysters are in season in winter. A variety of oyster dishes are available at restaurants and souvenir shops in the city! You'll be hooked after just one bite. Visit various shops and enjoy the charm of oysters to the fullest!

*All prices include tax.
*Depending on the supply situation, prices may change or we may not be able to provide the product.
*Business hours are current as of October 10st.

Oyster meal menu

Oyster meal menu

Oyster and watercress hotpot (3,800 yen)

This hot pot is made with our home-grown watercress, the ultimate vegetable, and seasonal oysters. Reservations must be made by noon on the day of the event. Orders can be made for two or more people.

Store name

Karaya

Phone

0226-24-1525

Opening hours

11:30-14:30 (last entry at 13:30)
17:30-22:00 (last entry at 20:00)

Closed days

Irregular holidays (usually closed on Mondays)

Address

1-8-4 Uedanaka, Kesennuma City

Large oyster skewers wrapped in pork (700 yen)

Limited quantities. Juicy Hachimantai pork wrapped around plump, large oysters and grilled on a skewer. A luxurious skewer with a delicious combination of ingredients!

Store name

Odazuma kid

Phone

0226-24-0205

Opening hours

17: 00 to 23: 00 (LO22: 00)

Closed days

Sunday

Address

2-2 Kamiyama, Kesennuma City

Fried oyster set meal (1,595 yen)

Enjoy fried oysters made with seasonal oysters and our homemade tartar sauce.

Store name

BRUNCH

Phone

0226-22-4171

Opening hours

11: 30 to 14: 30 (LO14: 00)
17: 30 to 20: 30 (LO20: 00)

Closed days

Mondays (If Monday is a public holiday, then Tuesday will be a substitute holiday)

Address

2-2-17 Uedanaka, Kesennuma City

Oyster tempura bowl (1,870 yen)

Fresh and large oysters from Kesennuma served on a bowl of tempura. If you come to Kesennuma, this is a must-try delicacy!

Store name

Hoshioka Gizantei

Phone

0226-24-8810

Opening hours

11: 30 to 14: 00 (LO13: 30)
17: 00 to 20: 30 (LO20: 00)

Closed days

Monday

Address

16-21 Taya, Kesennuma City

Oysters marinated in oil (800 yen)

It is safe and secure because it is additive-free and everything from smoking to pickling in oil is homemade. It goes well with alcohol but is not too heavy, so once you try it, you will be hooked.

Oyster vinegar (800 yen)

A must-try for oyster lovers. Enjoy raw oysters with a squeeze of lemon and our special vinegar and soy sauce.

Store name

Restaurant Ajikura

Phone

0226-23-3996

Opening hours

17:00-22:00 (Closed on Sundays)

Address

1-3-6 Tanakamae, Kesennuma City

Sanriku oyster Japanese-style pasta (1,320 yen)

A creamy pasta dish made with plenty of Kesennuma oysters. The lemon on top goes perfectly with the pasta sauce!

Oyster paella (1,320 yen)

This paella is unique to Kesennuma and uses Kesennuma oysters in abundance. It is served in an iron pot, so please enjoy it fresh and piping hot.

Store name

Restaurant Kudfu

Phone

0226-24-7455

Opening hours

〈昼〉11:30~14:30　〈夜〉17:30~21:30※L.O 20:30（定休日：木曜）

Closed days

Thursday

Address

1-12-XNUMX Tanakamae, Kesennuma City

Grilled oysters with miso (1 yen per piece)

We use oysters from Oshima, Kesennuma, and grill them with our homemade green onion miso.

Store name

Yuzushi Bypass Store

Phone

0226-22-2263

Opening hours

11:30 ~ 13:30
17:00 ~ 21:00

Closed days

Irregular holidays

Address

32-14 Akaiwaishikabuto, Kesennuma City

Oyster Ramen (1,600 yen)

This salty ramen is made with oysters from Karakuwa and wakame seaweed from Hashikami. It is available for a limited time only.

Store name

Ramen Flame

Phone

0226-22-1266

Opening hours

11:00〜15:00 (LO 14:45)
17: 30-20: 00 (LO19: 45)
* Ends as soon as the soup runs out

Closed days

Thursday

Address

158-2 Akaiwaishikabuto, Kesennuma City

Oyster pasta (1,400 yen)

A salty Japanese-style pasta dish made with Kesennuma oysters and Chinese cabbage. Available for a limited time only.

Store name

Kitchen Space Yumenoya

Phone

0226-24-1721

Opening hours

10:00～17:00（L.O.16:30）17:00～22:00※前日まで
Reservations required (4,000 yen per person (drinks not included) for groups of 3 or more) *Closed at 16:30pm on Wednesdays

Closed days

Mondays, Tuesdays and the day after holidays

Address

Kesennuma City Akaiwa Makizawa 138-5

Oyster and shrimp mix fried set meal (1,550 yen)

Please try our mixed fried set meal, which includes fried oysters made with seasonal oysters and our proud extra large fried shrimp.

Store name

Minamisanriku Drive-in Hikado Restaurant

Phone

0226-44-2506

Opening hours

11:00～15:00（L.O.14:30）／17:00～20:00（L.O.19:30）

Closed days

Tuesday

Address

96-3 Tanosawa, Motoyoshi-machi

Fried oyster set meal (1,650 yen)

We have fried seasonal oysters. Please give them a try.

Store name

Minatomachi Restaurant Sen

Phone

0226-29-6231

Opening hours

10:00 AM – 20:00 PM (L.O. 19:30 PM)

Closed days

Irregular holidays

Address

Kesennuma Fish Market, 2-13 Minatomachi, Kesennuma City

Oyster soba (red) (1,500 yen)

This is a very satisfying dish, topped with a generous amount of plump oysters.

Store name

TEN(T)

Phone

090-5597-3979

Opening hours

11: 00 ~ 14: 00 / 17: 00 ~ 24: 00
(Closed on Wednesdays)

Closed days

Wednesday

Address

4-5, Kesennuma City Fish Market

Fried oyster set meal (1,760 yen)

This is a seasonal fried oyster meal. It is a luxurious fried oyster meal with 5 to 6 oysters.

Store name

Minato no Touya

Phone

0226-25-8020

Opening hours

11:00～15:00（LO.14:00）／17:30～22:00（LO.20:30）※最終入店20:00
(Closed on Mondays)

Closed days

Monday

Address

1-14 Minamimachi Beach, Kesennuma City

Karakuwa oyster risotto (1,650 yen)

This risotto uses oysters from Karakuwa and is available only for a limited time this season from an Italian restaurant that specializes in using ingredients from Kesennuma.

Store name

RAVEN

Phone

090-7257-1561

Opening hours

11:00～14:00(L.O.13:30) 17:00～23:00（L.O.22:30）

Closed days

Monday

Address

2-4-10 Minamimachi, Kesennuma City S207

Oyster Tempura Udon (950 yen)

Warm handmade udon noodles topped with a generous amount of Oshima oyster tempura. The delicious umami of the oysters and the flavor of the broth will warm you from the inside out.

Oyster udon (1,000 yen)

Warm handmade udon noodles topped with a generous amount of Oshima oysters. The delicious flavor of the oysters and the flavor of the broth will warm you from the inside out.

Store name

Kamaage Udon Danpei

Phone

0226-25-8817

Opening hours

11:30～14:00
17:00～21:00

Closed days

Tuesday

Address

1-2-16 Motohamacho, Kesennuma City

Oyster gratin (with baguette: 1,380 yen, with baguette, coffee and salad: 1,700 yen)

We've made a soft, slightly Japanese-style gratin using plump oysters from Kesennuma. It will be available from mid-November. Please enjoy it while it's still hot!

Store name

Cafe Espoir

Phone

0226-24-4180

Opening hours

Weekdays 10: 00 ~ 18: 00
Saturdays and Sundays 10:00-16:00

Closed days

Mondays, public holidays, and the fourth Thursday of every month

Address

3-30 Sasagajin, Kesennuma City

Western-style oyster dish 4-course meal (2,800 yen)

Enjoy oysters grown in the sea right in front of you at a restaurant run directly by fishermen. A course of oysters marinated in oil, grilled with garlic butter, oyster gratin, and piccata.

Daily lunch plate (2,200 yen)

You can enjoy six different dishes each day, including oyster dishes and locally produced sashimi. Hot coffee is included after the meal.

Oyster hotpot (1,500 yen)

Why not warm yourself up with an oyster hotpot during the cold season while looking out at the sea where the oysters grew? The broth, full of the flavor of the super fresh oysters and seasonal vegetables, is exquisite.

Store name

Yamayo Restaurant

Phone

0226-25-8505

Opening hours

11: 00 to 14: 00 (LO13: 30)

Closed days

Tuesday

Address

Kesennuma City Kameyama 8

Oyster Nasi Goreng (1,200 yen)

The more you chew the oysters marinated in sesame oil, the more delicious the flavor comes out. Please enjoy this collaboration between Kesennuma and Indonesia!

Store name

Warung Mahal

Phone

050-3573-4248

Opening hours

11:00～14:00／17:00～21:00（LO.20:30）

Closed days

Tuesday

Address

4-5, Kesennuma City Fish Market

Oyster Tempura (1,380 yen *Price may vary depending on catch)

Tempura made with seasonal oysters. Enjoy the taste of the season.

Oyster vinegar (1,180 yen)

Oyster vinegar made with seasonal oysters.

Store name

Natsuki

Phone

0226-25-8166

Opening hours

11:00～14:00 ※金・土・日・祝のみ 17:00～22:00（L.O.21:30） 日曜　11:00～15:00

Closed days

Thursday

Address

2-1-18 Uomachi, Kesennuma City

Stone-grilled oyster udon (1,100 yen)

This udon dish is served on a hot stone and is packed with the delicious flavor of oysters.

Store name

Restaurant Umicoco

Phone

0226-44-3180

Opening hours

10:00 AM – 17:00 PM (L.O. 16:30 PM)

Closed days

New Year's holiday (12/31 to 1/2)

Address

9 Mishima, Motoyoshi-cho, Kesennuma City

Steamed oysters in a clay pot with thickened sauce and rice (1,200 yen)

The oysters are extremely safe, as they are caught fresh on the beach, steamed immediately, and then distributed. They are served with a slightly spicy flavor over hot rice, simmering in a clay pot.

Steamed oysters with thickened sauce ramen (1,200 yen)

Plump steamed oysters packed with spicy sauce and delicious flavor.

Stir-fried overnight dried oysters with touchi (1,480 yen)

This dish is ranked in the top five of Chinese cuisine in terms of the combination of ingredients and seasonings.

Store name

Chinese restaurant

Phone

0226-24-3751

Opening hours

11:00 ~ 14:30
17: 00 to 22: 00 (LO21: 30)

Closed days

Thursday

Address

Kesennuma City, Akito 60-1

Oyster set meal (3,080 yen)

Using Sanriku oysters, you can enjoy a luxurious meal of fried oysters, oyster rice, oyster soup, and sashimi platter mainly from three different restaurants, focusing on products from the coast.

Store name

Rias Kitchen

Phone

0226-24-7020

Opening hours

10:00‐20:00 (LO 19:30)

Closed days

Kesennuma "Sea Market" closed days

Address

7-13, Kesennuma Fish Market, Kesennuma Umino City 1F

Oyster souvenirs and merchandise

Oysters in shell (market price)

Easily make grilled oysters! Place in a deep dish and microwave for 3-4 minutes. If the oysters open a little, they're done! The shells won't fly off. If you use a pot, add about 1cm of water to the bottom, cover and steam. *The cooking time may vary slightly depending on the size of the oysters.

Store name

Kesennuma Fish Market

Phone

0226-29-6233

Opening hours

8:00 ~ 18:00

Closed days

Open all year round

Address

2-13 Minatomachi, Kesennuma City

Oyster leaf pie (165 yen)

This leaf pie was created with the desire to make a sweet using delicious ingredients from Kesennuma. The oyster sauce used is "Oyster Sauce Made from Ripe Oysters" from Ishiwata Shoten in Kesennuma. The crispy pie has a subtle hint of the oyster sauce, making it a delicious treat.

Store name

Beniume Uomachi Main Branch

Phone

0226-22-0469

Opening hours

9:00 ~ 18:00

Closed days

Sunday

Address

2-1-13 Uomachi, Kesennuma City

Oysters boiled in soy sauce (1,080 yen)

We have made tsukudani using fresh Sanriku oysters, which are delicious even when eaten raw.

Breakfast seaweed (oyster soy sauce) (594 yen)

It is carefully baked, taking advantage of the characteristics of Kesennuma oyster extract and Tome City soy sauce. The seaweed used is carefully selected domestically produced, and has an addictive crispy texture. It also contains oyster sauce, so the luxurious flavor of oysters spreads in your mouth.

Oysters and soy sauce seasoned seaweed (496 yen)

This seasoned seaweed takes advantage of the unique characteristics of Kesennuma oysters, Tome City soy sauce, and Higashimatsushima City seaweed, and is seasoned with a strong flavor and oyster taste. It goes well with rice and alcohol.
*After the package renewal, the price will change to 540 yen.

Store name

Yokotaya Main Store Yokamachi Store

Phone

0226-22-0175

Opening hours

9:00 ~ 17:30

Closed days

Sundays and public holidays

Address

1-4-8 Yokamachi, Kesennuma City

Store name

Yokotaya Main Store, Umi no Ichi Store

Phone

0226-22-2672

Opening hours

8:30～17:30

Closed days

Sundays and public holidays

Address

Kesennuma City Fish Market 7-13 Umi no Ichi 1F

[For raw consumption] Fresh oysters with shells (market price)

These are oysters with shells from Oshima, Kesennuma. They can be eaten raw, but we also recommend grilled or steamed oysters!

Store name

Abecho Shoten Sea Market

Phone

0226-24-7030

Opening hours

8:00 ~ 17:00

Closed days

Sea Market Closed Days

Address

Kesennuma City Fish Market 7-13 Umi no Ichi 1F

Oyster rice (734 yen)

We have created a seasoning for our rice using oysters, which are richly sweet and full of nutrients that flow in from the mountains and are found off the coast of Sanriku, which is blessed with an abundance of plankton, and yuzu from Oshima, Kesennuma. Two cups of rice contains about 15 plump oysters, and the rich umami of the oysters and the refreshing faint aroma of the yuzu will become an addictive dish. This rice is packed with the charms of both the sea and the mountains of Sanriku. It is currently on sale at Kani Monogatari, so please give it a try.

Store name

Crab Story

Phone

0226-23-1521

Opening hours

9:00 ~ 16:30

Closed days

Wednesday

Address

Kesennuma City Fish Market 7-13 Umi no Ichi 1F

Shucked raw oysters (1,598 yen)

These oysters are for eating raw and are produced in Oshima, Kesennuma.

Store name

Kesennuma Fresh Food Hall Yamahiro

Phone

0226-29-6181

Opening hours

8:30 ~ 18:00

Closed days

New Year

Address

Kesennuma Amway House Hirakeru, 3-2-5 Minamimachi, Kesennuma City

Char-grilled oysters marinated in olive oil (972 yen)

Fresh oysters from Sanriku are charcoal-grilled and marinated in olive oil. Frozen product.

[Pure boiled] Oysters simmered in soy sauce (1,296 yen)

Sanriku oysters served with chopped kelp, chopped ginger, and soy sauce. Refrigerated product.

Store name

Kanae and Saikichi

Phone

0226-22-0572

Opening hours

[Friday to Sunday] 11:00-15:00 (Friday only: last entry at 14:00, shopping available until 16:00) *Dinner courses require reservations at least 2 days in advance

Closed days

[Lunch] Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday [Dinner] Sunday, Monday

Address

1-13 Kashiwazaki, Kesennuma City

Fresh oysters for eating raw (market price)

Be sure to try the fresh oysters raw!

Store name

Otani Kaigan Roadside Station Farmers Market

Phone

0226-44-3180

Opening hours

9:00～18:00

Closed days

New Year's holiday (12 / 31 to 1 / 2)

Address

9 Mishima, Motoyoshi-cho, Kesennuma City