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The Hanamaki Festival

The Hanamaki Festival

Early - Mid Sep

The Hanamaki festival is held on the second Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of September each year. It features drum and shamisen playing..

Iwate 4 Free Entry
National Mochi Summit

National Mochi Summit

Mid Nov

Mochi is one of Japan's most popular foods, and it's also one of the most versatile – it can be enjoyed in various way..

Iwate 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
Hanamaki Souminsai

Hanamaki Souminsai

Early Jan

The Hanamaki Souminsai is held every year on January 2nd at the Koshio shrine on Mount Koshio.

Iwate 12 Free Entry
Chagu Chagu Umakko Festival

Chagu Chagu Umakko Festival

Mid Jun

Held on the second Saturday of June every year, the Chagu Chagu Umakko Festival is an event intended to worship Sozen-sama, the..

Iwate Free Entry