During my journey to Tohoku Region summer of 2019, I chose Hachinohe as my base of two-days layover and sightseeing before traveling onward to Oirase Gorge. Tanesashi Seaside Park is one of the Pacific Coast's Sanriku Fukko(reconstruction) national parks, that are recovered from 2011's Tsunami destruction. It is also designated as one of the national's scenic beauties. The grassy seaside beach park opens to the scenic views of Pacific Ocean and rugged sea rocks dotted here and there. Tanesashi Coast is also well known for the grassy wetland and nature habitats with variety of wildflowers and coastal plants growing from Spring to Fall. Along Tanesashi Coast there are a few recommended visiting sites. Kabushima, a small island off the coast, is the breeding ground for black-tailed seagull Umineko population, that is unique to other regular seagulls. Kabushima Shrine is sitting on top of the hill. Osuka Coast and Shirahama Beach where sand sings with squeals when walking on it. The top attraction is the Tanesashi Kaigan (Seaside) Park which covers a large area of grassy meadows and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Within the vicinity of Kaigan there are tourist information center, restaurant, souvenir shops and a few lodging facilities. JR East local train Hachinohe Line runs between Hachinohe and Kuji, makes stop at Same Station, Matsu-Shirahama Station (access to Shirahama Beach), and Tanesashi Kaigan Station. During Spring, Summer and early Fall season local 100 yen sightseeing buses operate daily (winter season only run on the weekend and holidays) between Same Station and Tanesashi Kaigan Station, making stops at several costal major attractions. For the nature’s lovers there are several hiking trails that lead to the coastal coves, look out points, Samekado Lighthouse, pine forests, nature habitats area and fishing ports. If weather is nice a day trip visit along the coast is worthy of your time. During hot summer season, wear sun blocking gears are recommended.

Beautiful seascape and lush vistas make Tanesashi an ideal spot for a carefree afternoon. Perfect for a leisurely stroll.