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Top Attractions in Iwate

Top Attractions in Iwate

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Iwate Prefecture is the second largest prefecture in Japan home to historically significant destinations, rich natural landscapes,..

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Geibikei Gorge

Geibikei Gorge

Geibikei is a 2-kilometer-long canyon formed by the Satetsu River, surrounded by over 50-meter-high rock walls and culminating at 124 meters. The name..

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Genbikei Gorge

Genbikei Gorge

The Genbikei Gorge is a 2 km stretch of the Iwai River, known for its rugged landscape and dynamic whitewater stretches. The rocks and cliffs are a national..

Iwate
Ryusendo Cave

Ryusendo Cave

Ryūsendō is one of Japan's three largest limestone caverns. It is located in the town of Iwaizumi, Iwate Prefecture, in the Tōhoku region of nor..

Iwate ¥1,000
Sanriku Fireworks Competition

Sanriku Fireworks Competition

Early Oct

The Sanriku Fireworks Competition brings 23 different fireworks companies to Iwate Prefecture to show off their skills in the pyrotechnics..

Iwate ¥5,000
Shizukuishi Winter Festa

Shizukuishi Winter Festa

Early - Mid Feb

If you're looking for some family-friendly fun this February, the Shizukuishi Winter Festa at Iwate's Koiwai Farm is worth..

Iwate ¥400
Visit to Genbikei Gorge

Visit to Genbikei Gorge

Sarah Mathews

Most people go to Hiraizumi for the temples listed as World Heritage Sites. However, you can’t go to this area and miss seeing..

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