Museums The Fairytales of Kenji Miyazawa Hannah Bambra Tohoku's mountains and forests were the inspiration for Hiyao Miyazaki's work. Kenji Miyazawa's stories of shape-shifting..
16 Arts & Crafts Kokujiyaki Sarashanti Kokujiyaki pottery workshops are located in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture. Learn about the pottery making process, or try your hand..
Historical Chiba Family Magariya Sarashanti Outstanding 19th century farmhouse of architectural importance located in Tono, Iwate Prefecture
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 Chuson-ji Temple in Iwate Ryohei Suenaga Chuson-ji temple was designated as a World Heritage Site in 2011. It is located at Hiraizumi in Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku.
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 History of Hiraizumi Andrew Checkley This quiet corner of Iwate was once the cultural and commercial heart of nearly a third of Japan.
8 Museums Takuboku's Honeymoon House Chris Barnes Explore the honeymoon house of one of Japan's most famous poets in downtown Morioka.