Unsho-ji Temple’s Hydrangeas

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When in full bloom, the hydrangeas completely dye the grounds blue, with the Sea of Oga stretching out beyond them. These hydrangeas, carefully cultivated over many years by the temple's vice chief priest, cover the temple grounds in a brilliant blue. Beyond the flowers, the deep blue sea peeks through, offering a sight unique to Oga.

Unsho-ji Temple’s Hydrangeas
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【秋田県男鹿市】雲昌寺のあじさい

【秋田県男鹿市】雲昌寺のあじさい

Tourism Division, Tourism, Culture and Sports Department, Oga City

Unsho-ji Temple’s Hydrangeas

Address
57 Kitaura, Kitaura, Oga-shi
Website
https://akita-fun.jp/spots/3
Operator
Unsho-ji Temple

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