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The allure of Takamatsu Pond changes with the season, from the cherry blossom trees in spring to the swans in winter; in summer, one can rent a rowboat.
Being a vegetarian in Japan can be challenging, being a vegan even more so. So why not give this macrobiotic restaurant in Morioka a try?
Tsurunoyu Onsen in Akita, is one of many hot springs which belong to Nyutou Onsenkyo. Great tips about visiting various natural hot springs by Yumeguri Pass and perhaps spend the night in a traditional ryokan!
Defying the mountains above and commanding a valley from below, Nagano’s Matsumoto castle is daring and dashing as a crow.
Ishiwari Zakura exemplifies that greatness is born from adversity. Like its name implies, the tree split a boulder so that it could continue its growth.
The Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan offers a wide range of exhibits featuring your favorite sea animals: otters, dolphins, penguins and sharks galore.
Near the center of Morioka’s downtown rests the site of Morioka’s former castle. Long since demolished, it was renovated into a public park and garden.
A friend of mine told me that when she was a child, the Kitakami River ran red. It wove its way through town, staining the banks the color of blood. There were no fishermen waiting by the shores, there were no fish. This was an effect of the sulfur mine upstream, Matsuo Kouzan.
Lake Tazawa offers many activities such as fishing, skiing, relaxing in hotsprings as well sightseeing spots like the Goza no Ishi Shrine.
Experience the awe-inspiring Aomori Nebuta Festival, featuring magnificent five-meter tall theatrical floats known as Nebuta. Join thousands of attendees and immerse yourself in one of Japan’s most renowned and popular summer festivals.
Nanshoso House in Morioka brings visitors a taste of the Meiji era in the modern day with its traditional Japanese garden and year-round events.
Morioka’s temple district is a hidden gem that offers rich stories and surprising history in addition to a pleasant respite from the bustle of the city.
