Start from a Spectacular Viewpoint Overlooking the Bridge and Oshima Seto Strait
About this spot
Opened in 2019, Kesennuma Oshima Ohashi Bridge is approximately 356 meters long, connecting the mainland to Kesennuma Oshima island, and serves as a symbol of recovery from the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake. From the Panorama Park at the base of the bridge, you can view the white cable-stayed bridge and the calm Oshima Seto Strait in one sweeping vista—a perfect photo spot in the cool morning air. This is the ideal entrance to your day on the island, building anticipation for crossing by bridge rather than by boat. The parking area is generously sized, making it easy to stop by car.
Season & hours
Name: 小田の浜海水浴場
Date & time: 7/18 (Sat)–8/30 (Sun) 9:00–16:00※土日祝・お盆(8/12–14)は9:00–17:00、海開きは7/17 (Fri)
Venue: 気仙沼市・小田の浜海水浴場
気仙沼大島を代表するビーチで、2026年は7月17日(金)に海開きし、7月18日(土)から8月30日(日)まで遊泳できます。遊泳時間は基本9時から16時までで、土日祝と8月12日から14日のお盆期間は17時まで泳ぐことができます。真っ白な砂浜と遠浅で透明度の高い海が自慢で、環境省の水質判定でも高い評価を受けている美しいビーチです。シャワーやトイレ、海の家が整い、監視員も常駐しているので、小さな子ども連れでも安心して1日を過ごせます。遊泳は無料。橋を渡ってすぐの島とは思えない、本格的な海水浴が楽しめるコースのクライマックスです。
Tips
気仙沼大島大橋からは車で15分ほど。遊泳時間は基本16時まで(土日祝・お盆は17時まで)なので、着替えの時間を見込んで早めに切り上げましょう。海の家の休憩やシャワーは有料です。夏の砂浜は熱いのでビーチサンダルを忘れずに。
Tips
About 10 minutes by car from Kesennuma city center. The viewing plaza has little shade, so it's recommended to visit in the morning. There are restrooms available, so it's a good idea to use them before crossing to the island.
Best time to visit
Approximately 45 minutes required. The soft morning light provides the best views of the bridge.
Access & map
〒988-0818 Miyagi Prefecture, Kesennuma City, Sanno Hama
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