santetsu crepe

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.

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.

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.