Iwate

Morioka, Hiraizumi

Iwate is rich in both history and natural charm. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji in Hiraizumi, admire the Sanriku Coast’s dramatic cliffs, and enjoy regional flavors like wanko soba and Morioka cold noodles. From hot springs to ski resorts, Iwate offers beauty and relaxation in every season.

From Tokyo: Shinkansen 2h 10m; 1h

From Sendai: Shinkansen 40m

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Iwate Prefecture

Iwate Prefecture

Iwate is rich in both history and natural charm. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji in Hiraizumi, admire the Sanriku Coast’s dramatic cliffs, and enjoy regional flavors like wanko soba and Morioka cold noodles. From hot springs to ski resorts, Iwate offers beauty and relaxation in every season.

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Morioka City

Morioka City, the prefectural capital of Iwate, is a city where history, culture, and cuisine converge.The city center features the remnants of the feudal domain era, such as Morioka Castle Ruin Park (Iwate Park), set against the magnificent backdrop of Mount Iwate, along with nostalgic, retro streets along the picturesque Nakatsu River. Historical buildings like the Iwate Bank Red Brick Building, which is a National Important Cultural Property, are also highlights.Gastronomically, the "Three Great Noodles of Morioka"—Wanko Soba, Morioka Reimen (cold noodles), and Morioka Jajamen—are famous. The city is also known for its connections to the beloved poet Kenji Miyazawa.

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Hiraizumi Town

Hiraizumi Town is a very sacred town registered as a World Heritage Site, conveying to the present the unique Buddhist land (Pure Land) culture built by the Oshu Fujiwara clan at the end of the Heian period. Countless historical heritages, represented by the golden Chuson-ji Konjiki-do, deeply shake the visiting traveler's soul, quietly speaking of the glory of that time and prayers for peace. Walking through this land where rich nature and historical buildings harmonize beautifully makes you forget daily busyness and beautifully aligns your mind and body. Deeply touching the essence of traditional Japanese spiritual culture and facing yourself,...

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Miyako City

Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, is a port town blessed with the magnificent nature of the Sanriku Coast and fresh seafood.The most famous scenic spot is Jōdogahama, designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty. The contrast between the sharp white rocks, the green pines, and the cobalt blue sea is praised as being as beautiful as Pure Land Paradise. A mystical experience of touring the Blue Grotto in a small boat (Sappa Boat) on the highly transparent sea is very popular.The fresh seafood landed at Miyako Port is exceptional. You can enjoy seasonal delicacies, especially sea urchin (uni), abalone (awabi),...

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Ofunato City

Ofunato City is a very attractive Sanriku port town blessed with superb views of the rias coast and rich mountain delicacies. The rough yet beautiful coastline and calm ocean scenery strongly attract the visiting traveler's heart. Completely away from urban busyness, spending time feeling the sea breeze while tasting fresh seafood resets mind and body from the depths, bringing new vitality to the soul. Touching the breath of northern country's powerful yet beautiful nature, different from Okinawa's ocean, and facing yourself will be the best travel memory of your life. Please spend a special travel moment in Ofunato.

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Hachimantai City

Hachimantai City

Hachimantai City in Iwate Prefecture is a region blessed with magnificent nature and hot springs.The Hachimantai Aspite Line, which connects Iwate and Akita, is a scenic driving route particularly famous for its Snow Corridor in spring and its stunning autumn foliage. Nearby are scenic spots such as Hachiman-numa Pond, with its beautiful emerald green lake, and Ōnuma Pond, where hot spring steam can be observed.The area also boasts a variety of attractive hot springs, including hidden gems (hitō) like Matsukawa Onsen and Tōshichi Onsen. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year, such as skiing in winter and trekking or...

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Ichinoseki City

Ichinoseki City

Ichinoseki City, located in southern Iwate Prefecture, is an area where spectacular natural scenery and historical traditions coexist.In the northeastern part of the city is Genbikei Gorge, a national scenic spot featuring dynamic rapids and unique rock formations, famous for the "Kakkō Dango," or "flying dumplings." At Geibikei Gorge, which features cliffs stretching for about $2text{ km}$, river cruising (funakudari) while listening to the boatman's boat song (funauta) is popular.Furthermore, it serves as a base for mountaineering, with the trailhead for Mount Kurikoma, where visitors can enjoy autumn leaves and trekking. The southwestern part of the city is also close...

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Tono City

Tono City is a very emotional city known worldwide as the hometown of folktales, where the original scenery of Japan still remains strongly. In the basin surrounded by lush green mountains, nostalgic Japanese rural culture and stages of ghost stories are scattered, wrapping the visiting traveler's heart with nostalgic gentleness. Wandering through sights like Kappabuchi and Denshoen while surrendering yourself to the slow-flowing time makes you forget daily busyness and gently heals your mind and body from the depths. Touching traditional Japanese spiritual culture and warm people, Tono is the place to quietly face your inner self. Please experience a...

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Shizukuishi Town

Shizukuishi Town

Nestled at the foot of Mt. Iwate, Shizukuishi is a premier mountain resort blending Japan’s pristine landscapes with year-round adventure. In winter, skiers from around the globe visit Shizukuishi Ski Resort for its world-class powder snow. From summer to autumn, guests enjoy horseback riding at Koiwai Farm and exploring historic hidden hot springs like Amihari Onsen. Iconic sights such as the "Lone Cherry Tree at Koiwai Farm" and the "Ginga (Galaxy) Ropeway" for stargazing offer breathtaking experiences found nowhere else. Savor fresh local dairy and Iwate Wagyu beef before unwinding in a traditional inn. Shizukuishi is the perfect destination for...

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Kuji City

Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture, is a town in the northern Sanriku Coast known for its rustic charm, having been the setting for an NHK serial TV novel.Its greatest appeal is that it is the only place in Japan where women called the "Northernmost Ama (Sea Divers)" are active. In summer, visitors can observe demonstrations at Kosode Coast where the Ama, in traditional diving attire, dive into the sea to catch sea urchins (uni) and abalone (awabi). This is a valuable experience to encounter traditional Japanese fishing culture.Kuji is also famous as a source of amber, and at the Kuji Amber...

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Top Landmarks

Must-visit iconic spots that define Japan.

Chuson-ji Temple

Chuson-ji Temple

Chuson-ji Temple located in Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture, is a sacred Buddhist temple representing World Heritage sites, built by the Oshu Fujiwara clan in the late Heian period. Among its treasures, the "Konjiki-do" (Golden Hall), completely covered in gold leaf, boasts breathtaking beauty that conveys the advanced craft techniques and the philosophy of the Pure Land of that time. Walking through the verdant approach path of Tsukimizaka deeply heals the mind and body away from the urban hustle, allowing you to touch the essence of Japan's ancient spiritual culture. In this special sacred place where history and nature harmonize beautifully,...

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Geibikei Gorge

Geibikei Gorge, located in Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture, is a gorge along the Satetsugawa River that stretches for about $2text{ km}$. It is designated as a National Historic Site, Place of Scenic Beauty, and Natural Monument.Its biggest feature is the boat cruise (funakudari), where a boatman navigates the vessel using only a single pole. From the boat, visitors can enjoy the magnificent scenery of continuous cliffs exceeding $50text{ meters}$ in height, along with beautiful seasonal views. Near the terminus, at the rock resembling a "Geibi" (lion's nose), the experience of throwing Lucky Balls (undama) with a wish is also popular.The...

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Ryūsen-dō Cave

Ryūsen-dō Cave, located in Iwaizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture, is one of the Three Great Limestone Caves of Japan and is designated as a National Natural Monument.Its most prominent feature is its underground lakes with extremely high transparency. The Third Underground Lake, in particular, with a depth of $98text{ meters}$, is mysteriously illuminated, and its clear blue surface is known as "Dragon Blue." Although only a part of the cave is open to the public, the total length is estimated to be over $5,000text{ meters}$.The cave maintains a constant annual average temperature of around $10text{°C}$, making it feel cool in the...

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Jōdogahama Beach

Jōdogahama Beach

Jōdogahama Beach, located in Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, is a representative scenic spot on the Sanriku Coast and is designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty.It was named for its unique landscape—characterized by sharp, white rhyolite rocks standing close together—which was likened to the Buddhist Pure Land (Jōdo). The calm waters of the inlet are part of the "Michinoku Coastal Trail," and tours on a small "Sappa Boat" to the "Blue Grotto" are popular due to the water's high transparency.Visitors can fully enjoy the quiet and beautiful scenery created by the contrast between the white rocks, the green pines,...

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Sanriku Railway

Sanriku Railway

The Sanriku Railway is a third-sector line that runs $163text{ km}$ along the rias coast of Iwate Prefecture.This integrated line, combining the North Rias Line and the South Rias Line, allows passengers to enjoy the dynamic coastline of Sanriku Reconstruction National Park and the views of beautiful fishing ports from the train windows. The scenery is particularly thrilling when crossing high bridges or passing cliffs that jut out into the sea.It serves as a symbol of reconstruction after the earthquake disaster, and its charm lies in its regionally unique services, such as specialized guides provided by attendants and Tatami-room trains...

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Appi Kogen

Appi Kogen is a very sophisticated resort area boasting one of the largest scales in Tohoku, surrounded by high-quality powder snow and rich nature. Beside the world of silver in winter, vast pastures and beautiful white birch forests spread in the green season, refreshingly healing the visiting traveler's heart. Completely away from urban busyness, the time spent taking deep breaths and refreshing in great nature resets mind and body from the depths, giving new vitality. After enjoying activities, filling your heart with high-quality hot springs and gourmet food, please spend a very luxurious and special holiday for adults in Appi...

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Mōtsū-ji Temple

Mōtsū-ji Temple

Mōtsū-ji Temple, located in Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture, is a Tendai sect temple and, like Chūson-ji, is a component of the UNESCO World Heritage site "Hiraizumi – Temples, Gardens and Archaeological Sites Representing the Buddhist Pure Land."It was originally built by Motohira, the second lord of the Ōshū Fujiwara clan. Although the buildings have since been lost to fire, a vast site of the former temple complex remains. The biggest highlight is the Jōdo Garden (Pure Land Garden), which conveys the gardening style of the Heian period. The garden centered around Ōizumi-ga-ike Pond exudes an elegant and tranquil atmosphere, representing...

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Kappa-buchi

Kappa-buchi is a very mysterious and idyllic small stream surrounded by deep green trees, world-famous as the stage for Tono's folktales. Walking through this place where kappa legends breathe makes you feel as if you wandered into an old Japanese folktale world. Completely away from urban busyness, the time spent in this quiet waterfront resets mind and body from the depths, bringing deep peace and new intellectual curiosity to the soul. In this land where Iwate's rich folklore and nature coexist, please spend an intellectual and special travel for adults.

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Genbikei Gorge

Genbikei Gorge is a gorge created by the Iwaigawa River flowing through Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture, and is designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty and a Natural Monument.The gorge, stretching for about $2text{ km}$, is characterized by its dynamic scenery, where the emerald green clear stream creates a mix of powerful rapids and gentle pools. It is particularly noted for its strangely shaped rocks and potholes (ōketsu) formed by the erosion of the bedrock.A well-known specialty is the "Flying Dumplings (Kakkō Dango)," where dango (dumplings) are delivered in a basket via a rope from a shop on the...

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Authentic Local Experiences

Deep dive into authentic Japanese culture.

Morioka Handi-Works Square

Morioka Handi-Works Square

Morioka Handi-Works Square is a very popular tourist facility where you can actually experience Iwate's rich handicraft culture firsthand, such as hand-roasting Nanbu rice crackers and production demonstrations of Morioka traditional crafts. Immersing yourself in manufacturing under the warm guidance of artisans completely makes you forget digital urban busyness, deeply relaxing the traveler's mind. Touching the depth of traditional crafts and making your only one work in the world makes your Iwate trip even more unforgettable. Please spend an intellectual and special holiday for adults here.

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Nanbu Bijin

Nanbu Bijin is a very famous world-class sake brewery representing Ninohe City, Iwate Prefecture, continuing to brew supreme sake using traditional techniques and carefully selected brewing water. The taste, boasting numerous awards in domestic and international contests, is deeply sophisticated. Leaving the bustle of the city, the time spent touching the culture of this historic brewery richly stimulates the traveler's intellectual curiosity, bringing a heart-enriching special moment. A holiday for adults who love traditional crafts and culture, please spend an intellectual and luxurious time here. Enjoy a journey of deep sensibility.

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Kitayamasaki Sappa Boat Tour

Kitayamasaki Sappa Boat Tour

Kitayamasaki, located in Tanohata Village, Iwate Prefecture, is the premier scenic spot on the Sanriku Coast, where cliffs reaching $200text{ meters}$ in height stretch for about $8text{ km}$.The way to enjoy this dynamic coastline up close from the sea is through the "Sappa Boat Adventures," which utilizes local small fishing boats. Guided by the boatman, the experience is full of thrill and power—you navigate through sea caves (kaishokudō) at the base of the cliffs and experience powerful waves.You can enjoy the stunning view from zero meters above sea level and experience fishing culture, which offers a completely different perspective than...

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Oyasumidokoro Kamishimo Kimono Dressing Experience

Oyasumidokoro Kamishimo Kimono Dressing Experience

Oyasumidokoro Kamishimo Kimono Dressing Experience is a wonderful place where you can feel the traditional beauty of Japan firsthand. Wearing a brightly colored kimono and walking through the historic streets under the careful guidance of expert staff richly stimulates the traveler's sensitivity. Completely forgetting the digital hustle and bustle of the city, immersing yourself in Japan's spirit of harmony and elegant culture gently resets your mind and body from the depths and brings a new peace to your soul. Deeply touching the essence of Japanese culture, this special moment—as if you became the protagonist of a story—will make your trip...

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Former Onuma Family Samurai Residence Calligraphy Experience

Former Onuma Family Samurai Residence Calligraphy Experience

Former Onuma Family Samurai Residence Calligraphy Experience is a very precious spot where you can deeply experience the world of traditional Japanese calligraphy in a space where the history of samurai culture breathes. Surrounded by silence in a historical building, running the brush while being healed by the scent of ink makes you forget the busyness of daily life and deeply calms the traveler's mind. Touching Japan's spiritual culture and beautiful expressive power through characters pleasantly stimulates your intellectual curiosity and beautifully aligns your mind and body. In this special place where history and tradition harmonize, please spend a luxurious...

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Former Sakamoto Family Samurai Residence Matcha Green Tea Whisking Experience

Former Sakamoto Family Samurai Residence Matcha Green Tea Whisking Experience

Former Sakamoto Family Samurai Residence Matcha Green Tea Whisking Experience is a very elegant place where you can fully enjoy traditional Japanese tea ceremony culture in a historical space where the atmosphere of the former samurai society still lingers. Whisking matcha with your own hands and savoring it along with seasonal Japanese sweets brings deep relaxation and the spirit of Japanese "wa" (harmony) to the visiting traveler. Completely away from the hustle and bustle of the city, spending time in a serene building that feels the weight of history resets mind and body from the depths and beautifully refines the...

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Roadside Station Ohno -Ohno Campus- Sakiori Weaving & Chopstick Making Experience

Roadside Station Ohno -Ohno Campus- Sakiori Weaving & Chopstick Making Experience

Roadside Station Ohno -Ohno Campus- Sakiori Weaving & Chopstick Making Experience is a very popular spot where you can actually experience traditional handicraft and woodworking warmth to make your own work. Moving your hands under artisans' warm guidance completely makes you forget digital urban busyness, deeply concentrating the traveler's mind and bringing comfortable relaxation. Touching the fun of manufacturing and the depth of traditional crafts richly stimulates your intellectual curiosity, becoming a special memory. Experiencing Iwate's wonderful culture firsthand, please enjoy an intellectual and luxurious holiday here.

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Kuji Amber Museum

Kuji Amber Museum

Kuji Amber Museum is Japan's comprehensive amber museum, inviting travelers into a mysterious world where the romance of tens of millions of years sleeps. Surrounded by lush nature, this beautiful site not only lets you learn about the history and value of amber, but also allows you to enjoy the precious experience of actually mining amber. Touching the beautiful gemstone nurtured by the earth over long ages stimulates the traveler's intellectual curiosity, bringing deep emotion and new vitality to the heart. Leaving the hustle and bustle of the city and pondering over eternity, spend an intellectual, special holiday deeply appreciating...

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Local Stays

Charming inns and stays for your journey.

Hotel Ōshuku

This inn is located at the very back of Ōshuku Onsen and features $100text{%}$ natural hot spring water.In addition to the indoor baths (uchiyu), there is a garden open-air bath (rotenburo) surrounded by the colors of the four seasons, available for bathing $24text{ hours}$ a day.

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Ōshuku Onsen Kawachō

Ōshuku Onsen Kawachō

A pure Japanese-style inn offering the warmth of wood and tranquility. A blissful hot spring retreat. This calm inn, built on a small hill, has a home-like atmosphere. Its somewhat nostalgic Japanese setting allows guests to relax and unwind fully. Surrounded by nature, it provides a blissful rest that enriches the soul and offers deep healing.

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Hotel Mori no Kaze Ōshuku

Hotel Mori no Kaze Ōshuku

This resort hotel with a Western-style exterior stands at the entrance to the hot spring village. The aerial open-air bath on the $2text{nd floor}$ offers a sense of floating and a panoramic view of the great outdoors, thanks to its structure protruding outside the building. Free events are held daily at the Festival Plaza (Omatsuri Hiroba).

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Kunimi Onsen Moriyamasō

Kunimi Onsen Moriyamasō

This hot spring boasts a rare emerald green, clear, green-colored water that is unusual nationwide. Guests particularly enjoy the scenic indoor bath (uchiyu) constructed entirely from Hiba cypress, and the observation open-air bath (rotenburo) which overlooks the seasonal mountain ranges and valleys.

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Takinoue Onsen Takimikansō

Takinoue Onsen Takimikansō

Takinoue Onsen Takimikansō is an inn nestled deep in the mountains of Hachimantai, Iwate Prefecture. It is a secluded hot spring (hitō) brimming with atmosphere, where guests can savor free-flowing hot spring water directly from the source while gazing at the seasonal scenery.

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Yukotan no Mori

Yukotan no Mori

An "Inn in the Forest" for healing in great nature. Yukotan no Mori is where the natural environment—including trees, flowers, and animals nurtured by clear water and air—merges with abundant hot spring water and a tranquil lodge. The "Mori no Yu" (Forest Bath) is our pride, offering high-quality hot spring water and the warmth of wood to relax both body and mind. From the guests-only observation bath, "Ten no Yu" (Heaven's Bath), you can enjoy the magnificent view of the southern foothills of Mount Iwate.

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Shizukuishi Resort Hotel

Shizukuishi Resort Hotel

Shizukuishi Resort Hotel is a very luxurious resort facility located at the foot of the majestic Mt. Iwate, where you can enjoy beautiful nature and high-quality hot springs at the same time. Soaking in the hot spring while viewing the rich green or snow scenery spreading outside the window makes you forget daily busyness, gently loosening the visiting traveler's mind and body from the depths. Completely away from urban busyness, staying in a space wrapped in silence brings deep peace and new vitality to the soul. Along with delicious dishes utilizing local fresh ingredients, please spend a special holiday for...

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Kurosakisou

Kurosakisou is a very wonderful inn located on the cliffs of Kurosaki, one of the easternmost capes of Honshu, where you can enjoy grand Pacific superb views and supreme hot springs at the same time. The panorama of the great ocean looking down from rooms or open-air baths is overwhelming, deeply healing the visiting traveler's heart. Completely away from urban busyness, the time spent soaking in hot water listening to the sound of waves resets mind and body from the depths, bringing deep peace and new vitality to the soul. Along with dishes utilizing fresh local seafood, please spend a...

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Kyukamura Iwate Amitari Onsen

Kyukamura Iwate Amitari Onsen

Kyukamura Iwate Amitari Onsen is a very wonderful resort accommodation facility nestled in Mt. Iwate's majestic great nature, where you can enjoy traditional milky white hot springs with a long history since opening. Soaking in the hot spring while viewing the grand scenery of mountains spreading outside the window makes you forget daily busyness, gently loosening the visiting traveler's mind and body from the depths. Completely away from urban busyness, staying in a space wrapped in silence brings deep peace and new vitality to the soul. Along with delicious dishes utilizing local fresh ingredients, please spend a special holiday for...

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Kyukamura Rikuchu Miyako

Kyukamura Rikuchu Miyako

Kyukamura Rikuchu Miyako is a very attractive resort accommodation facility located near Jodogahama, the easternmost cape of Honshu, closely viewing superb views woven by Sanriku's beautiful blue ocean and white rock skin. Spending time viewing the beautiful scenery of the rias coast gently heals the visiting traveler's heart from the depths. Completely away from urban busyness, relaxing while tasting Sanriku's fresh seafood resets mind and body from the depths, bringing new vitality to the soul. In Iwate's rich ocean blessings and supreme nature environment, please spend an intellectual and special holiday for adults.

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Yunomori Hotel Shidotaira

Yunomori Hotel Shidotaira

Yunomori Hotel Shidotaira is a very reputable hot spring resort hotel boasting a variety of baths and high-quality service, quietly nestled along the beautiful Toyosawa River. The open-air bath where you can soak while closely feeling the river murmurs gently loosens the visiting traveler's fatigue from the depths. Leaving the bustle of the city, spending leisurely time in a quiet space surrounded by rich nature brings deep peace and new vitality to the soul. Along with delicious dishes using local seasonal ingredients, please spend a luxurious holiday for adults fully enjoying Iwate's rich hot spring culture with all five senses.

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Namari Onsen Fujisan Ryokan

Namari Onsen Fujisan Ryokan

Namari Onsen Fujisan Ryokan is a very historic and emotional inn known for appearing in Kenji Miyazawa's novels, featuring Japan's deepest natural fountain hot spring "Hakuen-no-Yu." The rare deep bath where you can bathe standing warms you from the core, gently healing the visiting traveler's tired mind and body from the depths. Completely away from urban busyness, spending time wrapped in wooden retro architecture and stream murmurs brings deep peace like time travel. Touching the essence of Iwate's traditional hot spring culture and facing yourself, please spend a heart-enriching, intellectual, and special holiday for adults.

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Hotel Ace Morioka

Hotel Ace Morioka

Hotel Ace Morioka is a comfortable hotel located in the center of Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, offering very high convenience for business and sightseeing. Clean modern rooms and delicious breakfasts utilizing local ingredients receive high praise from travelers. Many spots where you can touch Morioka's historic sights and delicious noodle culture are nearby, realizing a fulfilling stay while feeling the city's energy close at hand. The place where urban convenience and Morioka's warm atmosphere harmonize is optimal as a starting point for Iwate sightseeing. In sophisticated service and comfortable environment, make many wonderful Iwate travel memories.

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Grids Premium Hotel Morioka

Grids Premium Hotel Morioka

Grids Premium Hotel Morioka is a very popular premium hotel located in the center of Morioka City, combining a stylish, sophisticated space and supreme comfort. Modern rooms paying attention to details gently heal travel fatigue. Many Morioka historic sights and delicious gourmet spots are nearby, realizing a fulfilling stay feeling the city's energy close at hand. The place where urban convenience and Iwate's warm hospitality harmonize is optimal as a base for sightseeing. In sophisticated service and comfortable environment, make many wonderful Iwate travel memories.

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Local Treasures

Discover hidden gems loved by locals.

Kitayamazaki

Kitayamazaki is a superb ocean view spot boasting height of 200m sea cliffs continuously, selected as No. 1 in Japan by the National Trust Movement. The panorama woven by the dynamic coastline where rough waves hit and green pine trees strongly shakes the visiting traveler's heart, teaching the overwhelming beauty of nature. Completely away from urban busyness, the time spent viewing this grand scenery from the observatory resets mind and body from the depths, bringing new vitality to the soul. Touching the essence of Iwate's great nature, spend a supreme superb view experience that will become the best travel memory...

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Kosode Ama Center

Kosode Ama Center

Kosode Coast is a shoreline characterized by cliffs and copper-colored reefs.Here, visitors can watch demonstrations of free-diving fishing by the "Northernmost Ama (Sea Divers)," who became famous through the drama "Amachan."

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Koiwai Farm

Koiwai Farm, spreading across Shizukuishi Town in Iwate Prefecture at the foot of Mount Iwate, is one of the oldest private comprehensive farms in Japan.In the tourist area, "Makiba-en," visitors can enjoy various activities such as interacting with sheep and cows, horseback riding, and carriage rides across the vast grounds. Exquisite local foods, including soft-serve ice cream and omelet rice (omurice) made with fresh milk and eggs, are also popular.The farm features scattered historical buildings designated as National Important Cultural Properties, and its beautiful landscape is famous as a location for dramas and films. The contrast between the solitary cherry...

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Esashi Fujiwara Heritage Park

Esashi Fujiwara Heritage Park

This is a magnificent theme park that recreates the architecture of the Heian Period, when the Four Generations of Fujiwara enjoyed their golden age. It is used for filming dramas and movies, and visitors can even observe actual filming sessions when they are open to the public. You can learn about history through hands-on experiences, such as listening to Esashi's storytellers, trying Warrior experiences like armor fitting and bow and arrow practice, and dressing up in period costumes.

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Hanamaki Onsen Village

Hanamaki Onsen Village

The cluster of hot springs located in the mountains of western Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, along the Daigawa and Toyosawa River, is collectively known as the "Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs" (Hanamaki Jūnitō). This is one of the largest hot spring areas in the Tohoku region, with each hot spring resort possessing a distinct charm.Its greatest appeal is the variety of accommodation options, ranging from traditional hot spring cure inns (tōji-yado) to large resort hotels, allowing visitors to choose according to their travel purpose.Historically rich and charming hot springs are particularly popular, such as Namari Onsen, famous for its "Shira猿 no...

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Hirono Town

Hirono Town is a very idyllic town blessed with the Pacific's rich fishing grounds and beautiful green hills, rich in both ocean and mountain delicacies. Famous for supreme sea delicacies like sea urchin and abalone, it deeply satisfies the visiting traveler's palate. Leaving the bustle of the city, driving along the beautiful coastline or spending time leisurely in quiet nature makes you forget daily busyness, gently healing mind and body from the depths. Trips touching warm local people and wonderful food culture will be a very intellectual and luxurious holiday for adults. Please spend a special moment in this town...

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Noda Village

Noda Village is a very rustic and attractive village known since long ago as the town of Nanbu divers, scenic coastal spots, and the producer of "Noda Salt." Receiving the rich marine blessings of Sanriku, it warmly welcomes visiting travelers. Completely away from urban busyness, the time spent strolling through this quiet village or tasting gourmet food using delicious local salt resets mind and body from the depths, beautifully realigning the soul. Touching Iwate's unpretentious natural beauty and people's warmth, spend a supreme healing journey. Please make your best memory in Noda.

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Fudai Village

Fudai Village is a very beautiful and unique village facing the Pacific rough waves, embraced by rich nature. It possesses deep history where nature and human wisdom coexist, such as the giant "Fudai Water Gate" that once protected the village from tsunami. Leaving the bustle of the city, visiting this quiet village brings deep introspection and relaxation to travelers, becoming the best opportunity to face your inner self. Touching Iwate's unpretentious natural beauty and people's toughness, spend a supreme healing journey. Please make your best memory in Fudai.

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Tanohata Village

Tanohata Village

Tanohata Village is a very dramatic village boasting "Kitayamazaki," where magnificent sea cliffs continue endlessly, allowing you to experience the formative beauty of the earth created by Sanriku's rough waves. The contrast between the grand Pacific blue and white rock skin overwhelms visiting travelers, teaching the greatness of nature. Completely away from urban busyness, the time spent placing yourself in this great nature resets mind and body from the depths, bringing deep peace and new vitality to the soul. In this land where Iwate's rich nature and people's lives harmonize, please enjoy an intellectual and special travel for adults.

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Yamada Town

Yamada Town is a very calm and attractive port town surrounded by beautiful sea where Japan's leading aquaculture thrives and rich mountains. Especially famous sea delicacies like Yamada Bay's oysters and scallops deeply satisfy the visiting traveler's five senses. Leaving the bustle of the city, staying leisurely while viewing calm seaside scenery makes you forget daily busyness, gently healing mind and body from the depths. Trips touching warm local hospitality and delicious food culture will be a very intellectual and luxurious holiday for adults. Please spend a special moment in this town where Iwate's rich nature and ocean blessings coexist.

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Otsuchi Town

Otsuchi Town is a very attractive Sanriku town surrounded by beautiful sea and rich nature, also known as one of the models for Hyokkori Hyotan-jima. The appearance of walking powerfully toward recovery overcoming the difficulties of the disaster gives deep emotion and courage to visiting travelers. Completely away from urban busyness, spending time strolling through the calm town feeling the sea breeze resets mind and body from the depths, bringing new vitality to the soul. Trips touching local warm people and delicious seafood will be a very intellectual and heart-enriching special holiday for adults. Please experience Iwate's recovery and natural...

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Sumita Town

Sumita Town is a very beautiful town of forests and clear streams, embraced by the rich green and clear water of the Kitakami Mountains. Untouched nature strongly remains, giving visiting travelers deep peace and the original scenery of Japan. Completely away from urban busyness, strolling through this quiet town resets mind and body from the depths and beautifully realigns the soul. Touching warm local people and food culture and deeply savoring Iwate's rich charms with all five senses, you can spend a heart-enriching intellectual special holiday. Please spend a luxurious, peaceful holiday.

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Ofunato City

Ofunato City is a very attractive Sanriku port town blessed with superb views of the rias coast and rich mountain delicacies. The rough yet beautiful coastline and calm ocean scenery strongly attract the visiting traveler's heart. Completely away from urban busyness, spending time feeling the sea breeze while tasting fresh seafood resets mind and body from the depths, bringing new vitality to the soul. Touching the breath of northern country's powerful yet beautiful nature, different from Okinawa's ocean, and facing yourself will be the best travel memory of your life. Please spend a special travel moment in Ofunato.

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Kunohe Village

Kunohe Village is a very attractive village surrounded by rich mountains and clear rivers, where untouched nature strongly remains. This land where traditional folklore and simple culture breathe invites visiting travelers to the good old scenery of Japan. Completely away from urban digital busyness, strolling through this quiet village resets mind and body from the depths and beautifully realigns the soul. Touching warm local people and food culture and deeply savoring Iwate's rich charms with all five senses, you can spend a heart-enriching intellectual special holiday. Please spend a luxurious, peaceful holiday.

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Kanegasaki Town

Kanegasaki Town

Kanegasaki Town is a very emotional historical town where traditional samurai residence townscapes and rich nature harmonize beautifully. Strolling through the surviving old samurai residence landscape makes you feel quiet and deep taste as if you slipped back to the Edo period. Leaving the bustle of the city and walking leisurely while feeling the weight of history richly sharpens the traveler's sensitivity, bringing new vitality to mind and body. Trips touching traditional culture and warm hospitality to beautifully realign mind and body will be a very intellectual and luxurious holiday for adults.

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Shiwa Town

Shiwa Town is a very attractive town embracing rich rural landscapes and the beautiful flow of the Kitakami River, where agriculture and winemaking thrive. In recent years, modern wineries and stylish facilities have increased, wonderfully harmonizing tradition with new culture. Leaving the bustle of the city, strolling leisurely while viewing beautiful vineyards and idyllic scenery richly sharpens the traveler's sensitivity, bringing new vitality to mind and body. Trips touching local delicious wine and food to beautifully realign mind and body will be a very intellectual and luxurious holiday for adults.

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Iwate Town

Iwate Town is a very idyllic and beautiful town blessed with rich nature near the source of the Kitakami River and rich agriculture. Beautiful rural landscapes and historical sites are dotted around, warmly welcoming visiting travelers. Leaving the bustle of the city, strolling through this quiet town and touching local delicious agricultural products and culture brings deep peace and new intellectual curiosity to mind and body. In this land where Iwate's tradition and nature harmonize, please enjoy an intellectual and special trip for adults. Please spend a luxurious, peaceful holiday in this place where nature and history harmonize.

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Takizawa City

Takizawa City is a charming city where nature and daily life harmonize, spreading across the majestic foot of the beautiful "Mt. Iwate," the symbol of Iwate Prefecture. The appearance of Mt. Iwate visible from anywhere in the city is overwhelming, always strongly attracting the visiting traveler's heart. Strolling through the idyllic scenery where vast pastures and apple orchards spread makes you forget the hustle and bustle of the city, gently healing mind and body from the depths. Touching the crisp air and beauty of Iwate's great nature and facing yourself will be the best travel memory of your life. Please...

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Ninohe City

Ninohe City is a very emotional city surrounded by rich nature, where the history of the former Nanbu domain and unique food culture breathe. Beautiful gorges and historical sites are dotted around, inviting visiting travelers to quiet emotion. Moreover, delicious local ingredients and sake nurtured in the rich environment make the travel night supreme. Completely away from urban busyness, spending time in this calm city gently heals mind and body from the depths, bringing deep peace to the soul. Touching Iwate's unpretentious nature and people's warmth and facing yourself, please spend an intellectual and special travel moment in Ninohe.

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Kamaishi City

Kamaishi City, Iwate Prefecture, is a port town along the Sanriku Coast with a history of thriving as the "Town of Iron and Rugby."The main tourist attraction is the Kamaishi Recovery Memorial Stadium (Kamaishi Unosumai Fukkō Stadium), which hosted the $2019$ Rugby World Cup. As a rugby holy ground, it strongly appeals to sports fans. Visitors can also enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Sanriku Coast, feeling the grandeur of the rias coast and the particularly beautiful Tōni Bay.Furthermore, Kamaishi is a hub for the "history of iron," with historical sites that convey its contributions to the development of modern...

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Kitakami City

Kitakami City is a charming area where tradition and modernity harmonize beautifully, embraced by the rich flow of the Kitakami River and lush green. In particular, "Tenshochi Park" is known for its spring superb view woven by thousands of cherry blossom trees, brilliantly coloring the visiting traveler's heart. Leaving the bustle of the city and strolling leisurely while viewing the beautiful riverside scenery richly sharpens the traveler's sensitivity, bringing new vitality to mind and body. Trips touching warm local people and delicious food culture will be a very intellectual and luxurious holiday for adults. Please spend a special moment in...

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Hiraizumi Town

Hiraizumi Town is a very sacred town registered as a World Heritage Site, conveying to the present the unique Buddhist land (Pure Land) culture built by the Oshu Fujiwara clan at the end of the Heian period. Countless historical heritages, represented by the golden Chuson-ji Konjiki-do, deeply shake the visiting traveler's soul, quietly speaking of the glory of that time and prayers for peace. Walking through this land where rich nature and historical buildings harmonize beautifully makes you forget daily busyness and beautifully aligns your mind and body. Deeply touching the essence of traditional Japanese spiritual culture and facing yourself,...

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Tono City

Tono City is a very emotional city known worldwide as the hometown of folktales, where the original scenery of Japan still remains strongly. In the basin surrounded by lush green mountains, nostalgic Japanese rural culture and stages of ghost stories are scattered, wrapping the visiting traveler's heart with nostalgic gentleness. Wandering through sights like Kappabuchi and Denshoen while surrendering yourself to the slow-flowing time makes you forget daily busyness and gently heals your mind and body from the depths. Touching traditional Japanese spiritual culture and warm people, Tono is the place to quietly face your inner self. Please experience a...

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Kuzumaki Town

Kuzumaki Town, located in northern Iwate Prefecture, is known as the "Town of Milk, Wine, and Clean Energy," where livestock farming and dairy farming thrive.Its specialty products include milk from cows raised on the cool highlands, as well as high-quality wine and yogurt made from that milk. At Kuzumaki Kogen Farm, visitors can enjoy cow milking experiences, horseback riding, and barbecues.Another characteristic feature is the magnificent view of wind turbines lined up for wind power generation. It is a place where you can enjoy clean air and delicious gourmet food unique to a farm setting.

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Kuji City

Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture, is a town in the northern Sanriku Coast known for its rustic charm, having been the setting for an NHK serial TV novel.Its greatest appeal is that it is the only place in Japan where women called the "Northernmost Ama (Sea Divers)" are active. In summer, visitors can observe demonstrations at Kosode Coast where the Ama, in traditional diving attire, dive into the sea to catch sea urchins (uni) and abalone (awabi). This is a valuable experience to encounter traditional Japanese fishing culture.Kuji is also famous as a source of amber, and at the Kuji Amber...

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Iwaizumi Town

Iwaizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture, is a town attractive for its dynamic underground mysteries and vast nature.The main tourist spot is Ryūsendō Cave, one of the Three Great Limestone Caves of Japan. The transparency of the underground lake is high, and the surface, illuminated to glow with a vivid "Dragon Blue," is breathtakingly beautiful. Exploring the underground lake offers a mystical experience, as if stepping into an otherworldly realm.Furthermore, the coast features the cliffs of the Sanriku Coast, preserving rich nature. Visitors can also enjoy local gourmet foods such as Iwaizumi's fresh milk and landlocked salmon (yamame) raised in the clear...

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Miyako City

Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture, is a port town blessed with the magnificent nature of the Sanriku Coast and fresh seafood.The most famous scenic spot is Jōdogahama, designated as a National Place of Scenic Beauty. The contrast between the sharp white rocks, the green pines, and the cobalt blue sea is praised as being as beautiful as Pure Land Paradise. A mystical experience of touring the Blue Grotto in a small boat (Sappa Boat) on the highly transparent sea is very popular.The fresh seafood landed at Miyako Port is exceptional. You can enjoy seasonal delicacies, especially sea urchin (uni), abalone (awabi),...

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Ōshū City

Ōshū City is a town where history and culture breathe, known as the ancestral home of Fujiwara no Kiyohira, the founder of the Ōshū Fujiwara clan that flourished at the end of the Heian Period.The main tourist attraction is the theme park facility, "Esashi Fujiwara Heritage Park." The townscape of the Heian Period is faithfully reproduced here, and it is frequently used as a location for historical dramas and NHK Taiga Dramas.Ōshū City is also famous as the production center of Iwayadō Tansu (chests/dressers), a traditional craft alongside Nambu Ironware. Furthermore, Maesawa Beef, regarded as the highest quality black wagyu,...

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Rikuzentakata City

Rikuzentakata City

Rikuzentakata City is a town on the Sanriku Coast of Iwate Prefecture that has been reborn as a new tourist destination following its reconstruction after the Great East Japan Earthquake.The "Miracle Pine Tree" (Kiseki no Ipponmatsu), a single pine tree that narrowly survived as an earthquake relic, is a symbol of recovery visited by many people from both Japan and abroad. The adjacent Takata Matsubara Tsunami Reconstruction Memorial Park also houses facilities that convey the memory of the disaster.Furthermore, the restoration of Takata Matsubara, a scenic spot with beautiful white sands, is underway, and it is cherished as a peaceful...

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Nishiwaga Town

Nishiwaga Town, located on the border with Akita Prefecture in Iwate, is a town characterized by rich nature, hot springs, and a unique culture born of its status as a heavy snowfall area.The main tourist attraction is the Yuda Onsen Gorge, which is steeped in the atmosphere of a secluded hot spring (hitō). Inns are scattered along the river, offering distinctive hot springs such as the historic Yukawa Onsen and Sawauchi Onsen, where the culture of hot spring cure (tōji) still remains.Kinshūko Lake, located in the center of the town, creates a particularly beautiful landscape as the fresh greenery of...

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Karumai Town

Karumai Town, located in northern Iwate Prefecture, is a highland town surrounded by abundant nature.This town is known as the birthplace of Haruichi Furudate, the author of the popular volleyball manga "Haikyu!!" Places that served as models for the high school, gymnasium, and school routes appearing in the work are scattered throughout the town, making it a pilgrimage site visited by many "Haikyu!!" fans.Leveraging its cool climate, the town is known for the active production of millet and other grains as its specialty product.

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Hanamaki City

Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, is known as the hometown of the poet and children's author, Kenji Miyazawa, and is home to many related tourist spots.Visitors can experience the worldview of his works at the Kenji Miyazawa Fairy Tale Village and the Kenji Miyazawa Memorial Museum. Furthermore, the Hanamaki Onsen Village in the southern part of the city features charming hot springs such as Ōsawa Onsen and Namari Onsen, which are popular as hot spring cure resorts (tōji-ba).Traditional culture, such as Nambu Ironware and the spectacular Deer Dance (Shishiodori) performed at the Hanamaki Festival held in August, can also be enjoyed...

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Hachimantai City

Hachimantai City

Hachimantai City in Iwate Prefecture is a region blessed with magnificent nature and hot springs.The Hachimantai Aspite Line, which connects Iwate and Akita, is a scenic driving route particularly famous for its Snow Corridor in spring and its stunning autumn foliage. Nearby are scenic spots such as Hachiman-numa Pond, with its beautiful emerald green lake, and Ōnuma Pond, where hot spring steam can be observed.The area also boasts a variety of attractive hot springs, including hidden gems (hitō) like Matsukawa Onsen and Tōshichi Onsen. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year, such as skiing in winter and trekking or...

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Iwate Prefecture

Iwate Prefecture

Iwate is rich in both history and natural charm. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji in Hiraizumi, admire the Sanriku Coast’s dramatic cliffs, and enjoy regional flavors like wanko soba and Morioka cold noodles. From hot springs to ski resorts, Iwate offers beauty and relaxation in every season.

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Morioka City

Morioka City, the prefectural capital of Iwate, is a city where history, culture, and cuisine converge.The city center features the remnants of the feudal domain era, such as Morioka Castle Ruin Park (Iwate Park), set against the magnificent backdrop of Mount Iwate, along with nostalgic, retro streets along the picturesque Nakatsu River. Historical buildings like the Iwate Bank Red Brick Building, which is a National Important Cultural Property, are also highlights.Gastronomically, the "Three Great Noodles of Morioka"—Wanko Soba, Morioka Reimen (cold noodles), and Morioka Jajamen—are famous. The city is also known for its connections to the beloved poet Kenji Miyazawa.

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Shizukuishi Town

Shizukuishi Town

Nestled at the foot of Mt. Iwate, Shizukuishi is a premier mountain resort blending Japan’s pristine landscapes with year-round adventure. In winter, skiers from around the globe visit Shizukuishi Ski Resort for its world-class powder snow. From summer to autumn, guests enjoy horseback riding at Koiwai Farm and exploring historic hidden hot springs like Amihari Onsen. Iconic sights such as the "Lone Cherry Tree at Koiwai Farm" and the "Ginga (Galaxy) Ropeway" for stargazing offer breathtaking experiences found nowhere else. Savor fresh local dairy and Iwate Wagyu beef before unwinding in a traditional inn. Shizukuishi is the perfect destination for...

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