Chuson-ji Temple
A Temple Famous for the Glistening National Treasure “Konjiki-do” and Lotuses.
Iwate / Shrines & Temples / Temple
Esashi-Fujiwara Heritage Park
A large theme park where you can experience the heritage and culture of Oshu-Fujiwara Clan and Michinoku Region.
Iwate / Amusement Parks & Theme parks / Theme park
Appi Kogen Ski Resort
It is the atmosphere of the finest powder snow and the highland resort area in Europe.
Iwate / Outdoors
A park known for glorious cherry blossoms, an oasis to Kitakami residents.
Iwate / Parks & Gardens
The magnificent stone walls of Morioka Castle and a park where you can feel the four seasons.
Iwate / Parks & Gardens
Cherry blossom trees are full of life, splitting and growing out of huge rocks and blooming into full blossoms.
Iwate / Parks & Gardens
Morioka's power spot is where all kinds of life-related gods are enshrined.
Iwate / Shrines & Temples
Morioka's specialties, such as traditional crafts, are gathered here! A place where you can touch the skills of craftsmen and experience the craftsmanship for yourself.
Iwate / Experiences Facilities / Hands-on Facilities
Built 110 years ago, the building has a history together with the community.
Iwate / Tourist Attractions / Historic Building
The ama (women divers) diving demonstration is popular at the tourist base on the Kosode Coast.
Iwate / Museums / Tourist facility
Eight hot springs are scattered in the hidden hot spring of Michinoku, which sits quietly in the ravine along the Toyosawa River.
Iwate / Famous Places / hot-spring village
One of Japan's leading ranch complexes with a history of over 130 years. It was also a favorite place of Kenji Miyazawa, the great Japanese poet and writer of fairy tales.
Iwate / Zoos & Aquariums / Ranch
This is a "fun learning facility" where visitors can enjoy learning about the world of Kenji Miyazawa's fairy tales through videos and songs.
Iwate / Museums / Cultural Facilities
The beauty of the valley is overwhelming, with its oddly shaped rocks and clear streams.
Iwate / Nature Spots / Gorge
The Pure Land Garden, which is said to be an expression of the Buddhist world on earth, is a must-see.
Iwate / Shrines & Temples / Temple, World Heritage Site
A designated national natural monument and one of the three largest limestone caves in Japan.
Iwate / Nature Spots / Nature
A sightseeing facility that recreates the nature of the village by relocating an old house in the Tono area.
Iwate / Tourist Attractions / Tourist Facilities
This tour train connects JR Hanamaki and Kamaishi Stations. It was designed after Kenji Miyazawa’s Night on the Galactic Railroad.
Iwate / Experiences Facilities / Tour train
A memorial museum where visitors can see Kenji Miyazawa's cello, paintings, manuscripts, and other items that he actually used.
Iwate / Museums / Tourist facility
Unique 12 onsens dotting Hanamaki Hot Spring Resort, the largest onsen area in the Tohoku Region.
Iwate / Famous Places / Hot spring resort
A winery cellar door of “Edel Wein” receiving a high evaluation from in and outside Japan.
Iwate / Experiences Facilities / Winery cellar door
As a boatman steers a vessel, you adore the majestic cliffs in lovely seasons.
Iwate / Nature Spots / Gorge
The bridge symbolizes Morioka, a strategic point of transportation and a spot with a splendid view.
Iwate / Tourist Attractions / 橋
The only amber museum in Japan, where you can see, touch, and experience the mysterious amber. An amber mining workshop is also available.
Iwate / Museums / Museum
The tourism facility with a mission to pass on the Tono Monogatari (Tale of Tono) by Kunio Yanagita.
Iwate / Museums / Cultural facility
