Kamegasen Ranch's Single Cherry Blossom Tree

Overview

Kamegasen Ranch is located at an elevation of 800 meters in Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture. This ranch sits on Kamegasen, a mountain that has long served as a landmark for fishermen and a site of religious significance. A shrine sits atop the mountain, offering stunning views of Miyako City and the Pacific Ocean in the distance. Standing proudly in a corner of this ranch is a single Oyamazakura cherry tree. A magnificent 6-meter-tall tree, it stands without a single support, its branches spreading wide in defiance of the wind and snow, a truly awe-inspiring sight. This cherry blossom tree, with its deep crimson, large blossoms, is situated in a vast pasture, blooming spectacularly against the backdrop of Mount Iwate. The peak blooming season is from early to mid-May. During cherry blossom season, numerous tourists visit to enjoy the collaboration of Mount Iwate and the cherry blossoms. The sight of the cherry blossoms bathed in the morning sun on a clear day is breathtakingly beautiful. The evening view, with the silhouette of Mount Iwate in the background and the cherry blossoms creating a mystical atmosphere, is also a must-see. Access to Kamegasen Ranch is approximately 50 minutes by car from Miyako Station on the Yamada Line. Parking is available at the ranch entrance. Kamegasen Ranch's single cherry blossom tree is a place where you can feel the power of nature and a sense of history. Please visit and witness its beauty for yourself.