“Nodoka” is a commercial facility that opened in July 2019 on the south side of Kesennuma Oshima Welcome Terminal, the gateway to Kesennuma Oshima. The three characters that form the name Nodoka mean “field, forest and sea,” referring to the large grassy area facing the bay, the island’s forested hills in the background, and the wonderful sea view in front. There are six establishments here, including a café and fish shop, that offer hospitality based on the theme of “local production for local consumption.” In addition to fresh seafood, local ingredients such as seasonal vegetables and yuzu, a citrus fruit grown on Kesennuma Oshima, are used in foods as part of an effort to sustain and revitalize the local economy. Visitors can spend time relaxing here, enjoying the beautiful sea of Oshima.
Shopping at the adjacent Kesennuma Oshima Welcome Terminal is also available, with a direct sales store selling local produce and processed foods.