Kumano Shrine grounds, Nakamori, Suzaki-cho, Ofunato City, Iwate Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Visit the Sanmen Tsubaki, a historic camellia tree located within the grounds of Kumano Shrine in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. Believed to be around 1400 years old, this ancient tree once had blossoms on three sides, giving it its name. Although damaged by a typhoon and the tsunami, efforts by local high school students have restored it to its former glory. The best time to visit is in mid-April when the camellias are in bloom. Explore the surrounding Masaki Peninsula by car to fully appreciate the area's natural beauty, including the nearby Goishi Coast.