Shijuhachizaka Observation Deck

Tabu no Oshima

Funakoshi Oshima is located at the southern tip of the Funakoshi Peninsula and is commonly known as ``Tab no Oshima.'' The island, which has a circumference of 2km, is thickly covered with subtropical plants called cypress trees due to the influence of the warm Kuroshio Current. Tabunoki is an evergreen tree of the Lauraceae family that grows naturally in warm coastal areas, and the island is the northern limit of its natural distribution in Japan. In addition, the eastern part of the island is home to Senjojiki, a sea-eroded shelf carved out of granite by the violent waves of the Oyashio Current, and is known as a breeding ground for petrels. There is a shrine hidden from the open sea in a dense cedar grove, and the island's sandy beaches and sea have been worshiped as sacred places since ancient times. Boasting some of the clearest and most beautiful seawater on the Rikuchu Coast, pretty flowers bloom on the sea ledges and rocky areas that continue to be eroded. It was designated as a natural monument of Iwate Prefecture on April 5, 1951. There are no regular cruise ships that take you to the island, so we recommend viewing it from the Shijuhachizaka Observation Deck. It is one of Yamada's eight views.

[Mitsuyama Onsen] Gakusenso

It is located on a mountain pass just before you can see the ocean as you head towards Yamada on National Route 45 from Miyako. The spring quality is simple cold mineral spring. It contains natural radon and is said to be effective against skin diseases, and many people from nearby cities and towns use it. There are two types of indoor baths for men and women: warm water and hot water, and they are said to be warming. Prices for use of banquet halls, accommodation rooms, rest rooms, etc. are set in detail, so you can use them according to your preference.

Osawa’s Garyuume

A natural monument designated by Iwate Prefecture. Approximately 300 years old. It is called Garyu plum because its branches extend horizontally as if they are crawling along the ground, making it look like a dragon. ``Osawa's Garyu plum'' is a type of red plum that is rare nationwide. *As this is a private residence, please respect manners when visiting.