Tenjinyama Park

Ofunato City

Coast

There are two giant Higanzakura trees at the entrance to the park of Mt. Tenjin, which are designated as natural monuments by the city. During the cherry blossom viewing season, the area is crowded with many cherry blossom viewing visitors. Oyamashita Park and Goishi Beach are also in full bloom. In addition, the cherry blossoms that bloom in a straight line along the road from Nakai Bridge to Kawaguchi Bridge are an impressive sight. Best time to see: Mid-April to late April

Location: 022-0000 Kakinokizawa, Morimachi, Ofunato City
Inquiries: (One company) Ofunato City Tourism and Products Association
Phone number 0192-21-1922
FAX number 0192-47-3416
Website: https://www.city.ofunato.iwate.jp/site/ofunatrip/1365.html

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Ofunato City

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Nature / Scenery

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Ofunato City

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Museums