Morioka Castle, constructed in 1598, was a beautiful three-story Castle which served as the residence of the Nanbu family. In 1874, when the age of the samurai eventually came to an end, the castle was demolished and the park became desolate. In 1906, the park was revived and named Iwate Park. This well-maintained park is now a place of recreation and relaxation for many city residents and a popular cherry-blossom viewing park during the Spring. In 2006 this castle site was given the nickname of Morioka Castle Site Park to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Iwate Park. Though the castle no longer stands today, you can still see the beautiful stone walls throughout the park and enjoy the beautiful gardens on one of many walking trails throughout the park.
- 1 min read
Iwate Park
A Picturesque Summer Stroll
By Chris Barnes
Community writer
Join the discussion
Olga
9 years ago
I like those ponds! Cool!
Michael Flemming
10 years ago
I would love to take a summer stroll through the park while dressed up as a samurai to truly soak in the history and beauty of gardens and ruins.
2 comments in total
Book your trip
Find a nearby hotel
Explore some of the best nearby hotels and deals for the perfect place to stay in Japan.
Top Articles
-
1
Haneda Airport Ranked World's Cleanest
Transportation -
2
Kurobe Unazuki Canyon Route to Link with Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route
News -
3
Tokyo Takes 2nd Place on Top Coffee Cities List
Food -
4
Tokyo One of the World's Most Walkable Cities
Transportation -
5
Guide to Golden Week
Planning -
6
Valley of Witches: a New Ghibli Park Attraction
Aichi -
7
Yuranza
Culture - Sponsored -
8
2024 Grand Sumo Tournaments
Culture -
9
Mount Omuro
Shizuoka -
10
Sapporo Beer Opens New Brewery in Tokyo’s Ebisu
News
-
1
Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan
Planning -
2
Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo
Tokyo -
3
Hachiko Statue in Shibuya
Tokyo -
4
Iwatayama Monkey Park
Kyoto -
5
Shibuya Crossing
Tokyo -
6
Daikoku Car Meet
Kanagawa -
7
Kanamara Penis Festival
Kanagawa -
8
Guide to Suica Cards
Transportation -
9
Japanese Urban Legends
Culture -
10
Guide to PASMO Cards
Guide