Where to Eat in Matsushima

Fresh Oysters at Santori Izakaya

Alongside Hiroshima, it's Matsushima that's generally considered Japan's oyster hub. In fact here in Matsushima they love oysters so much they run an annual oyster festival. The best season for oysters is typically between October to March, however if you are in the area there's generally no bad time to eat this tasty delicacy. There are a number of locations to try the popular treat, however one of the best places is Santori Izakaya. This laid back local izakaya will set you up with market fresh oysters and cold beer all night long.

Fresh Oysters at Santori Izakaya

If you haven't hit your oyster fill then head over to Datena Omiyage Shop to try local oysters fresh off the ice. You can pick up grilled oysters for 300 yen a piece and raw ones for 350 yen. If you’re a little more peckish then you can also get a selection of five oysters with an expertly matched drink for only 1,500 yen per person.

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Aizawa Bakery

Located in the heart of this laid back town is a bakery that's impossible not to fall in love with. Rustic and well designed this local bread hub produces some of the best loaves in the area. No matter what type of bread you're chasing chances are they'll have it here at Aizawa Bakery. If you're looking for a quick snack while wandering through the town or you're looking for a little sweet treat be sure to pop by.

Seafood Donburi

There's no better place to eat seafood than fresh from Matsushima's seafood market. This locally run market features the best freshly caught seafood from around the area. Open year round from 8am until 5pm there's literally no bad time to visit. Spread over two levels the market offers over 1,500 different types of seafood, but if the options seem a little overwhelming then go for the classic kaki don. Traditionally kaki don is a rice bowl topped with oyster and fried egg. It's simple and delicious and best eaten right here in Matsushima.

Matsushima Fish Market

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Traditonal snacks at Yukitakeya

A Matsushima tourist staple, Yukitakeya is a must visit destination for everyone popping by the area. This once restaurant and manju (Japanese sweet cake) store is now a trendy little bake house and home wares and handmade jewelry store. Though there are many reasons to check out the store the number one reason is arguably their delicious freshly baked senbei. For those previously unacquainted, senbei is a classic Japanese style baked rice cracker (usually savory but sometimes sweet) that's an incredibly popular snack and omiyage (souvenir gift) option. The senbei at Yukitakeya have made them famous throughout Miyagi and you can see firsthand what all the fuss is about. The crackers cost 300 yen each.

Matsushima Yukitakeya

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