9 Culture 20th Floor View of Morioka Sarashanti Enjoy spectacular views of Morioka city from the 20th Floor of the Malios Building. Only one minute on foot from the west exit of..
Shopping Timeless Pottery of Kokuji Sarashanti Learn about and make pottery at the excellent Kokujiyaki pottery workshops in Kuji City, Iwate Prefecture.
10 Activities Kitayamazaki Cliffs - Rikuchu Coast Katherine Moore Make the trip to the towering cliffs and sculpted pillars of Kitayamazaki's rugged coastline and you won't be disapointed...
Activities Ishiwarizakura Justin Velgus The 400 year old Ishiwarizakura, also known as the Rock-Splitting Cherry Tree, rests near Morioka station in front of an old court..
Activities Visit to Genbikei Gorge Sarah Mathews Most people go to Hiraizumi for the temples listed as World Heritage Sites. However, you can’t go to this area and miss seeing..
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.
11 Sun, Sky, Furusato Mura Imogen Riethmuller Furusato Mura in Tono on a summer day is relaxing and unique, and completely removed from the outside world.
Activities Mt. Iwate Yakehashiri Lava Flow Justin Velgus Located a 15 minute taxi ride from JR Obuke Station is the Mt. Iwate Yakeshiri Lava Flow in Hachimantai City. Created from a 1..
