Oya Kaigan Roadside Station (道の駅 大谷海岸)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A roadside station right beside Oya Beach (大谷海水浴場) along National Route 45 (国道45号), whose pride is the sweeping sea view from the observation deck under its wide roof. Inside there are eateries using seafood from Kesennuma (気仙沼) and a souvenir corner handling local specialties, handy for meals and shopping before or after sea bathing. There is indoor rest space too, so you can cool off and take a breather even on a hot day. A meal while gazing at the seaside scenery is a moment in this day's course when the family can take it easy.

Tips

It can get crowded at lunchtime on weekends during the swimming season, so entering early in the 11 o'clock hour is recommended. Inside there are child-friendly restrooms and baby chairs, built so that families with small children can use it easily.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 20 minutes. Finishing lunch in the 11 o'clock hour ahead of sea bathing keeps the afternoon flowing smoothly

Access & map

〒988-0273 ９ Mishima, Motoyoshi-cho, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture (宮城県気仙沼市本吉町三島)