Sanbon Sugi (Sanbon-sugi of Mt. Oiwa)
Sanbon Sugi of Miwayama Shrine
Experience the awe-inspiring vitality of the Sanbon Sugi, a legendary three-trunked cedar tree with an estimated age of 500 years.Explore this spot
The Sanbon Sugi is a rare and magnificent Japanese cedar located near the approach to Oiwa-yama Shrine in Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture.
What makes it special
About Sanbon Sugi (Sanbon-sugi of Mt. Oiwa)
- Feel the overwhelming vitality of a 500-year-old tree with its massive, three-way split trunks.
- Witness a rare Japanese Cedar designated as an Ibaraki Prefecture Natural Monument.
- Enjoy forest bathing in the sacred, tranquil atmosphere of the Oiwa-yama Shrine approach.
- Capture the silent, breathtaking beauty of nature's unique architectural forms through photography.
Weather forecast
Tue
8/4
24°/19°
0%
Wed
8/5
26°/20°
7%
Thu
8/6
27°/23°
100%
Fri
8/7
27°/24°
88%
Sat
8/8
28°/22°
65%
Sun
8/9
26°/21°
67%
Mon
8/10
25°/20°
43%
Tips
Payment
Cash is the standard for shrine-related expenses and local areas. Credit cards may not be accepted.
English Support
English signage is limited, but the natural landscape is easy to enjoy.
Reservations
No reservation is needed for viewing, but follow local guidelines for hiking or shrine visits.
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for nature walks.
Photography
Photography is allowed; please respect the sacred atmosphere.
Accessibility
The terrain is natural and unpaved; not suitable for wheelchairs.
Etiquette
Please do not touch the trees or plants, and always take your trash home.