Iwate Prefecture’s capital is Morioka. Famous attractions include the Buddhist Temples of Hiraizumi, including Chuson-ji Temple and Motsu-ji Temple with their treasures, Fujiwara no Sato, a Movie lot and Theme Park, Tenshochi, a Park in Kitakami City known for its big, old Cherry Blossom trees and Morioka Castle, a popular spot for Hanami lovers.
Koiwai is unique, not only in the tours it offers but also in the range and variety of projects it is involved in. Established in 1891 it functions mainly as a dairy farm, producing milk, and cheese and yogurt, all of which can be purchased at their stores, or tasted at the restaurants located on site.
Morioka is famous for three different types of noodles, reimen being one of them. It is a cold noodle soup which is most preferred in summer.
Hotel Taikan is but one of many inns (ryokan) located in Tsunagi Onsen, a hot spring resort located in the scenic countryside of Iwate.
Wanko Soba is one of the three famous noodles of Morioka. It is an all-you-can-eat challenge that everyone should partake in when visiting this city.
Have a hanami session and appreciate the cherry blossoms if you head up north to Iwate. There is still time to catch the sakura and do some sightseeing too.
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?
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.