Camellia in Ofunato City

Sanriku Daiosugi

Located within the grounds of Hachiman Shrine, the Daio cedar tree, which measures 11.6 meters in circumference, 4.5 meters in diameter, and approximately 25 meters in height, is estimated to be over 7,000 years old and is a living witness to the establishment and history of the Ekiki area. It is carefully protected as a symbol of the district.

Roadside Station “Sanriku” Sanriku Furusato Bussan Center

The Sanriku Furusato Bussan Center, located in the blessed natural environment of the Sanriku coast along National Route 45, sells not only seafood such as abalone, scallops, sea urchin, and seaweed, but also agricultural products and processed marine products. Japan's first persimmon soft serve ice cream is popular for its rich flavor.

Ofunato Tsunami Tradition Museum

The Ofunato Tsunami Folklore Museum was tentatively opened on March 11, 2013, two years after the Great East Japan Earthquake. You can see panels displaying videos and photos from the tsunami, and hear stories from storytellers about the evacuation process. You can also travel to the coastal area and listen to storytellers as part of a ``disaster area tour.'' *Reservation required