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A popular driving route and a photo spot that has become popular through TV commercials.
A poplar tree appears in a peaceful grassland in the hills of Biei-no-oka in Biei-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido. Nicknamed the "Ken and Mary Tree," it is over 90 years old and became famous in 1972 when it was used in a commercial for Nissan's Skyline.
The tree was named "Ken ＆ Mary Tree" after the couple in a TV commercial.
The long, vertical poplar trees are surrounded by seasonal scenery such as rape blossoms and lupines in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snow in winter, making it one of the most popular tourist spots in Biei. Access to this place is about 2.5 km from the center of Biei and about 5 minutes by car from JR Biei Station. There is also a parking lot, so you can get out of your car and enjoy the area.
It is a great spot to drive around, enjoy the spectacular view, and take pictures.
Ken ＆ Mary Tree
Ken & Mary tree surrounded by the snowy landscape
You can enjoy all four seasons.
Some reviews are AI-translated.
The Ken & Mary Tree is located in Biei, Hokkaido. It's a famous Lombardy poplar that became popular after appearing in a car commercial. Standing alone in a vast field against Biei's blue sky and rolling hills, the view is simple yet very distinctive.
There are no elaborate tourist facilities—just one tree, a vast field, and an open sky—but that's exactly what makes it feel so relaxing.
We followed a day tour to Biei, Hokkaido, and the pastoral scenery along the way kept making us want to stop. We arrived at the Ken & Mary Tree, a towering poplar standing amid the vast hills. With endless fields and a deep blue sky, the view was simple yet very captivating.
Viewed from a distance, the straight tree and rolling fields create natural layers, and when a gentle breeze blows, the whole scene feels especially peaceful. There are no grand buildings, but it has the purity and openness unique to Biei, and it lets you experience the leisurely, comfortable pace of traveling through the Hokkaido countryside.
