fisherman’s hut

Imadeyama

Mount Imade, towering over the urban area of ​​Ofunato City, is 756 meters above sea level. The view overlooking Ofunato Bay and the city area, as well as the Pacific Ocean and the Karakuwa Peninsula is spectacular. When the azaleas bloom, the area around the mountaintop is dyed bright red, and when you look up from the national highway, it looks as if the mountain is on fire. Once you reach the top of the mountain, you can take a walk through a large colony of blooming azaleas. From the top of the mountain, you can see the azaleas in full bloom, the city below, and even the blue ocean. [Blooming period] Late May to early June

Goyo Onsen

It is the first natural hot spring on the Sanriku coast, located at the foot of Mt. Goyo, and is gaining popularity for its abundant hot water and ``hot springs for beautiful skin.'' The spring quality is a simple alkaline hot spring, which is effective for neuralgia, muscle pain, sensitivity to cold, recovery from fatigue, etc. In addition, the exchange building is equipped with an agricultural, forestry and fishery product direct sales corner, a cafeteria, an exchange hall, and a rest room. The original kibi soft-serve ice cream that can only be eaten here is also becoming increasingly popular.

Goishi Lavender Garden

Did you know that there is a lavender field in Suesaki-cho, Ofunato City? When you think of lavender fields, you think of Hokkaido, but there are actually ones in Ofunato! When it blooms, the area is filled with its refreshing scent and a carpet of purple spreads out. It may not be well known even locally, but the city hosts the Goishikaigan Lavender Picking Party every year. Participation is free, and the event is said to be an opportunity to heal your daily fatigue by experiencing the refreshing scent.