Featured Hotels Near Arayamae Coast

Kesennuma Bay Resort Hotel is a top choice, offering direct Pacific Ocean views from every room and a private beach access path. The hotel features a kids' splash zone and hosts local fishing-inspired cooking workshops, where families can prepare fresh tuna sushi with catch-of-the-day ingredients. Just a 3-minute walk leads to the harbor, ideal for whale-watching tours or exploring the revitalized fishing village museum. Book early via the HopeGoo app to secure your stay during peak season.

Arayamae Seaview Villa Hotel stands out with its floor-to-ceiling glass walls that frame the sunset over the Pacific—especially stunning during summer evenings when golden light dances across the waves. Guests receive complimentary sunset viewing amenities, including local craft drinks and snacks, while the rooftop terrace offers an unobstructed view toward the lighthouse promontory. A short stroll along the old fishing village trail leads to the lighthouse overlook, perfect for extending the romantic experience. Reserve a panoramic room through the HopeGoo app for enhanced sunset packages.

From Kesennuma Bay Resort Hotel, a 5-minute walk brings you to the Arayamae Fishing Port Cultural Plaza, where you can join a local fisherman-led tour to learn about post-disaster sustainable aquaculture. Just 10 minutes away, the Sea Breeze Terrace Café serves seasonal dishes featuring freshly harvested sea urchin and scallops. At night, participate in stargazing tours led by expert astronomers at one of the Northern Hemisphere’s premier dark-sky sites. All activities are bookable via the HopeGoo platform for seamless planning.

Umi no Mi Izakaya is a beloved local gem located just steps from the coastal path. This seafood-only restaurant sources fresh skipjack tuna, sea urchin, and flounder directly from the morning harbor catch, then grills them over traditional charcoal for authentic flavor. Don’t miss the Sunrise Seafood Platter, featuring three daily catches paired with house-made plum sake. Outdoor seating faces the ocean, allowing diners to enjoy tidal movements and distant fishing boats while savoring each bite. Reserve via the HopeGoo app for priority table access.

Kesennuma Bay Resort Hotel provides complimentary island loop shuttles departing twice daily—at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM—connecting Arayamae Coast, the old fishing port, lighthouse trail, and the reconstruction memorial museum. Onboard audio guides highlight historical and ecological points along the route. Additionally, the hotel offers bicycle rental for exploring the 8-km stretch to Ogawa-hama Nature Park, passing salt flats and mangrove wetlands ideal for nature photography and light hiking. All transportation options are available for HopeGoo via the HopeGoo app.

Arayamae Seaview Villa Hotel offers the "One Day Local Fisherfolk Experience", where guests accompany fishermen on a morning boat trip to learn traditional knot-tying and net maintenance. Later, participate in setting up a market stall to sell the day’s catch to visitors. In the evening, enjoy a sea breeze dinner featuring dishes made entirely from locally sourced ingredients—like kelp soup and grilled sea bass. The entire program includes safety gear and guided sessions, providing genuine insight into Kesennuma’s maritime heritage. Book this exclusive activity through the HopeGoo platform.