BokenJapanSights in Ogose, Saitama
Ogose · Saitama · 9 places
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Godaison Azalea Park
Trees said planted over 350 years ago bloom beside five Myoo statues. About 10,000 azaleas nearby form a leading Kanto spot.
Kuroyama Three Falls
Collective name for Otoko, Onna, and Tengu Falls. Scenic spot chosen for Japan's top 100 sightseeing selections.
Ogose Plum Grove
Considered one of Kanto's three great plum groves, about 2 hectares, with trees over about 670 years old.
Yamabuki no Sato Historical Park
Ota Dokan-related site famous for a waka poem. About 2,500 golden kerria match a waterwheel hut in the spring breeze.
Hydrangea Road
About 1,500 hydrangeas bloom along roughly 3 km, where clean air and birdsong can be enjoyed in nature.
Sakuranoyama Park
About 300 Someiyoshino cherries bloom in early April. Summit overlooks Saitama Shintoshin. Fireworks are held the second Saturday in May.
Kamiya Great Camphor Tree
1988 survey: nationally 16th, prefecture 1st. Girth 15m, height 30m, said over 1000 years. Prefectural natural monument.
Shibusawa Heikuro Suicide Site
Defeated at Hanno, Shibusawa Heikuro fled over Kaoburi Pass, fought Geishu scouts, and sat wounded by the river.
Mitsuba Azalea
A person cleared forest, cultivated land, and planted Mitsuba azaleas over about ten years. About 2,500 bloom in early April.