Kesennuma

Kesen'numa is at the most northeastern point of Miyagi. It is the southern entrance to Rikuchu- kaigan National Park, which stretches down to the Pacific coast of Iwate. The saw-toothed coastline is full of inlets and promontories, which form natural ports. The splendor of the coastline as a whole has makes it one of Miyagi's top spots for beauty.

At Iwai-zaki Point, the rocks have been worn away over the years by rough wavesthat crash against the rocks producing spray from between the gaps. This scene of seawater being blown against rocks has been designated a natural monument. The height of the seawater that splashes up often reaches over 10 meters. O-shima Island in Kesen'numa Bay is a small island just 22 km in circumference, but from its 235 m high Mt. Kame-yama, you can see a magnificent view of the Rikuchu-kaigan Coast as well as Kinka-san Islet.

Kesen'numa is one of the big fishing ports scattered along the Sanriku Coast. A large variety of fish are brought into port, including bonito, tuna, and Pacific saury. This area also boasts the largest landing of sharks in Japan. Sample this fresh seafood at any of the fine restaurants you will find wherever you go in town.