Tanohata

Kitayamasaki Cape

The village's No.1 tourist spot with 200m high cliff and 8km wide along Sanriku coast. The locals call here as "Alps of the Sea" because of the vivid landscapes. There are three observation decks in the park area although they offer pretty much same views as well as staircases down to the shore. The park area consists of a large car park, giftshops, lodges and restaurants. There are also a geological education center and the free museum.

Unosu Cliff
Drive to the parking lot on Highway 45 and walk 10 minutes.

Similar to Kitayamasaki apart from the distinctive waveline which attract many seabirds especially cormorant. The name "Unosu" means "cormorant's nest.

Shii-no-Ohashi Bridge

Located along National Road 45, which crosses high on deep valley. Many people had to walk across lengthy roads with steep hills before the bridge being built. Today, you can admire the valley view and the sea in horizon from top of the bridge. There is a gift shop selling local products, especially "Tanohata Ice-cream" which is quite popular for visitors.