7 Culture Kenji Miyazawa's Memorial Site Sarashanti Memorial site of Japanese poet and children's author of international fame, Kenji Miyazawa, who was born and grew up in Iwate...
12 Historical Former Numata Family Residence Chris Barnes The Former Numata Family Samurai Residence is located in the centre of Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture. In the latter half of..
Museums Explore Japanese Traditions in Tono Malcome Larcens Tono is of my favorite places to go in Iwate. I often go there by bicycle from Hanamaki, round trip around 100 kilometers. The route..
12 Museums Kuji Historical Folk Museum Sarashanti Free museum that displays the rich historical heritage of Kuji.
Festivals Goyōzan Matchlock Rifle Brigade Jonathan Grogan Enjoy a demonstration of Hinawaju rifles by Sumita town's very own Hinawaju Rifle Brigade!
Culture Tono's Megane Bridge Bridget Ye Watch the SL Ginga and JR Kamaishi Line trains rumble overhead on the Megane Bridge. Not to be confused with the Megane Bridge in..
Culture Michinoku Geino Festival, Kitakami Malcome Larcens A festival of performing arts in the streets and public places in Kitakami. Enjoy the Onikenbai, Demon dancers, Kagura, dance to..
Culture Tsuchizawa Station's Nearby Shrines Bridget Ye The Hanamaki-towa area is host to many cultural attractions, including the multitude of shrines near Tsuchizawa Station. All within..
