Hydrangeas of Unshoji Temple

Hydrangeas of Unshoji Temple

Unsho-ji is a historic temple located in Akita Prefecture's Oga City, cherished by many since its founding in 1624. However, recent attention has shifted from its history to the beautiful hydrangeas that blanket the temple grounds in a vivid blue. This cluster of hydrangeas was nurtured by the temple's deputy chief priest, Souun Konaka, over 15 years, growing from a single plant to more than 1,500 plants today, creating a stunning blue carpet that captivates visitors’ hearts. Behind these hydrangeas lies the breathtaking view of Oga's blue sea and the harbor town of Kitaura. This scenery was awarded the top spot in Japan's Best Scenic View by the official "Must-See Scenery of the World" website in 2017. The peak blooming period is from mid-June to early July, especially during the dusk of late June, when the contrast between the sunset-lit hydrangeas and the sea creates a spectacular scene. The hydrangeas at Unsho-ji, where history and nature intertwine, are a beautiful landscape in Japan that everyone should visit at least once.

Basic Information

Spot Name
Hydrangeas of Unshoji Temple
Location
〒010-0683 57 Kitakubo, Oga City 
Access
Approximately 45 minutes (34 km) by car from Showa Oga Peninsula IC.
From Akita Station, it takes about 1 hour to Oga Station or Hadachi Station via the JR Oga Line. From Oga Station, it takes about 20 to 40 minutes (16 km) by Namahage Shuttle, local bus, or taxi.
Approximately 7 minutes (4 km) by car from Oga Onsen area.
Parking
Available
Business Hours
Mid June to Mid July (Hydrangea Season)

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM)
Nighttime Illumination Special Viewing
6:45 PM - 9:30 PM (Last entry at 9:00 PM)
Fees
【Daytime】
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)
500 yen
【Hydrangea Season】
800 yen

【Nighttime Lighting Special Admission】
6:45 PM to 9:30 PM (Last admission at 9:00 PM)
1,000 yen
Contact Information
Phone Number:0185-47-7787(男鹿市観光協会DMO推進室)
Official Website

Map

Hydrangeas of Unshoji Temple Movies

男鹿半島と雲昌寺のあじさい
2023年07月 秋田県男鹿市雲昌寺 紫陽花(JAPAN AKITA OGAcity Unshoji Temple hydrangea)
死ぬまでに見たい世界の素晴らしい景色 | Unshoji Temple • 雲昌寺うんしょうじ
【行くなら今‼】死ぬまでに一度は行くべき場所「男鹿あじさい寺雲昌寺」Now is best seeing time!! So beautiful place of blue hydrangea.
【雲昌寺】死ぬまでに行きたいあじさい寺で撮影!【秋田】
男鹿あじさい寺 雲昌寺の紫陽花 Hydrangea flowers Temple | Oga Unsyoji | Akita Japan 4K 男鹿半島観光 東北の花風景
【死ぬまでに行きたい絶景】雲晶寺のアジサイが見頃でした
【秋田県の絶景紹介】雲昌寺 紫陽花
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