Ogao’s weeping wig

Morioka City

Central Iwate

A weeping wig found only in Iwate Prefecture. This male tree is approximately 170 years old and 22m tall. The weeping wigs in the city are made from this tree.

residence/location: 22-99 Ogao, Morioka 020-0404
Inquiries: Ryugenji Temple
Phone number 019-696-3500
Website: http://www.bunka.pref.iwate.jp/archive/hist144

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