Michinoku Coastal Trail: Hoso-Ura Station - Otomo Station
I left early in the morning to catch the bus to Hoso-Ura Station. Since the only nearby convenience store near Kesennuma Station wasn’t open yet, I took a one-kilometer detour to the nearest one after arriving. With snacks, lunch, and sports drinks in hand, I set off on the Michinoku Trail. The first part followed mountain roads before turning into the coastal trail.
The highlight of today’s hike was the Goishi Coast. I kept stopping to take in the turquoise water, rock formations, and listening to the waves. There weren’t many facilities along this section, so I was relieved to find the toilets open at the closed Goishi Coast Information Center—one downside of hiking right after New Year’s.
From there to Otomo Station, the trail mostly followed small village roads. As I neared the station, the wind picked up, hitting full force just before I arrived. Thankfully, the station had a shelter where I could take cover.
This was easily one of my favorite days on the Michinoku Coastal Trail.
Route Detail
Distance: 16.82km from Hoso-Ura Station to Otomo Station
Total elevation gain: 587m
Time: 3h 39m (total time with breaks 3h 52m)
Difficulty: Moderate
Transportation & Miscellaneous
Bus from Kesennuma Station to Hoso-Ura Station ¥680
Bus from Otomo Station to Kesennuma Station ¥590
