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Things to do in Morioka
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Upcoming Morioka Events
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Morioka's Sansa Odori
Justin VelgusThe Morioka Sansa Odori is held every year August 1st-4th. In addition to being the world's largest taiko drum gathering, ..
Culture
Morioka Autumn Festival
Chris BarnesEach year in September, the streets of Morioka come alive to celebrate the arrival of Autumn. The Morioka Aki Matsuri of the Morioka..
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![Tono: Legends and Landscapes]( "Tono: Legends and Landscapes")
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![Todogasaki]( "Todogasaki")
3Todogasaki
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![The Farm Life and Legends of Tono]( "The Farm Life and Legends of Tono")
4The Farm Life and Legends of Tono
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![Kitayamazaki and Unosu Cliffs]( "Kitayamazaki and Unosu Cliffs")
5Kitayamazaki and Unosu Cliffs
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![The Genuine ‘Nanbu Tekki’ Kettle]( "The Genuine ‘Nanbu Tekki’ Kettle")
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![Kitakami River Rubber Boat Race]( "Kitakami River Rubber Boat Race")
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![Shivering in Iwate's Beauty]( "Shivering in Iwate's Beauty")
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![Sobe's Cafe]( "Sobe's Cafe")
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10Amihari Ski Resort and Hotel
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Where to eat in Morioka
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The Great Wanko Soba Food Challenge
Amber MezbourianWanko soba represents Iwate’s most famous (and possibly only) food challenge. The aim is to consume as many small bowls of noo..
Japanese
Hot Jaja, Morioka
Justin VelgusHot Jaja is a restaurant specializing in Jajamen noodles. Located right in front of JR Morioka Station, it's the perfect p..
Food
The Best Bread in Morioka
Justin VelgusFukuda Pan Bakery is the most popular bakery in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture. It large numbers of locals and tourists for its fluffy..
Places to stay in Morioka
Accommodation
Hotel Pearl City Morioka
Hotel Pearl City Morioka is perfectly situated right in the heart of the city. A short distance from Morioka Station, and righ..
Accommodation
Hotel Metropolitan Morioka
Bridget YeSituated in the heart of Morioka, at the source of the city’s animated pulse, is Hotel Metropolitan Morioka.
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A Taste of Iwate
Malcome LarcensA little sample of some of the great things to do in Iwate.
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Morioka City From Atop Malios
Bridget YeA three-minute walk from Morioka Station, Fesan Shopping Center, and Hotel Metropolitan Morioka, Malios is a skyscraper located..
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Catching the Sun in Morioka
Bridget YeMorioka is without a doubt a beautiful city. Cradled by mountains in all four sides and blessed with the majestic Kitakami River,..