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Kokusekiji Sominsai in Oshuu 2026

Kokusekiji Sominsai in Oshuu 2026

Mid Feb

A winter water purification ceremony, participants strip down to only a loin cloth. Next they face several challenges to show bravery..

Iwate 1 Free Entry
Hoonji Temple 9

Hoonji Temple

Chris Barnes

The Hoonji Temple is home to the famous 500 Buddhist Disciples. This unique attract is one of Morioka's best.

Iwate 3