Central Iwate

Molden hot springs

This is a hot spring that comes from the Morden Zeolite raw stone layer in Hosono Ward, Ashiro-cho, Hachimantai City, and the quality of the hot spring water is sodium hydrogen carbonate spring (formerly known as sodium bicarbonate spring). Baking soda spring has the effect of washing away fat and secretions from the skin, and is said to be a ``beauty bath'' and ``rejuvenation bath'' due to its excellent skin beautifying effects.

Nomura Kodo/Ara Ebisu Memorial Museum

Kodo, who was the original author of Zenigata Heiji Torimonoche, was also active as a classical music critic. This article introduces his early life and achievements. You can also enjoy Kodo's works visualized using the latest video and audio equipment, as well as SP record music loved by Ara Ebisu.

Gashiwa of Shogen-in Temple

Kashiwa is originally a deciduous broad-leaved tree with an upright trunk and can reach a height of over 20 meters, but this Kashiwa does not stand upright, but instead splits into four trunks at the ground level, each of which creeps along the ground before standing up. It has been popularly known as Gyakugashiwa because it looks as if the roots have turned into branches. This gigantic oak tree with such an unusual shape is rare and valuable, and it was the first oak tree to be designated as a national natural monument. There is a legend that it was planted by Minamoto no Yoriyoshi and his son Yoshiie after the war of the previous nine years.

Iwate Regional Exchange Center “Plaza Ai”

We will create a place for wide-area exchange and collaboration among surrounding municipalities and disseminate information on tourism products, etc. It can be used for a variety of purposes, including a town introduction corner, restaurants, observation corner, event hall, and meeting rooms.

Roadside station “Ishigami no Oka”

In addition to providing services such as restrooms, breaks, disaster prevention, and road information, the facility also sells seasonal wild vegetables, fresh local vegetables, handmade dumplings, and side dishes made with local vegetables. The town's specialty "blueberry sauce" is popular. It is also adjacent to the Ishigami-oka Museum of Art, an outdoor sculpture museum, and in early summer, about 20,000 lavender plants decorate the hill.

Himegamiyama Ipponsugi Enchi Campsite

It is connected to the Himegami mountain trail, so it is convenient for those who are climbing the mountain early in the morning.

Iwate Bank Red Brick Building

It opened as Iwate Bank Red Brick Building on Sunday, July 17, 2016. Built to the design of Kingo Tatsuno and Manji Kasai Architects, the former Morioka Bank is built of red brick with a green dome, and its exterior has a strict Renaissance-style outline. Located in the center of the city, it combines with the Nakatsu River and Nakano Bridge to form Morioka's representative landscape. A nationally designated important cultural property built in 1909.

Daisenji Temple

Daisenji Temple, known for Okan's grave, has a main hall with a unique treasure-style warped roof that was rebuilt during the Bunsei era of the Edo period. The treasure-shaped roof is characterized by the beautiful flowing lines of the jewels and the curved eaves. The curved eaves are full of strength and create a wonderful spatial composition.

Morioka Theater

The Morioka Theater was built in 1912, just two years after the Tokyo National Theater, as a result of citizens' efforts to relax. After that, it disappeared with the passage of time, but in 1990, it was brought back to life in the same place due to the enthusiasm of the citizens. Literary drama was also revived at the same time. It is now the only theater in Japan that performs literary plays.

[Morioka hometown guide] D course

[Model course] ■Course D Takuboku/Kenji Ai no Michi Approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes course, guided by Morioka citizens and guided by volunteer sightseeing guides (Morioka Furusato Guide). [Fee] 3,500 yen per guide (1 guide can guide up to 10 people) *Please note that there are costs that are not included in the price. [Contact information] Morioka Tourism and Convention Association TEL 019-604-3305 FAX 019-653-4422 ◆Morioka hometown guide◆ *Please contact us for details.

[Taxi Plan] World Heritage Hiraizumi Course

[Tourist taxi] Approximately 5 hours sightseeing course by sightseeing taxi 【Fee】 Regular car 25,000 yen, Jumbo 40,000 yen [Application/Inquiries] Morioka Station Taxi Information Center: TEL 019-622-5240 [Morioka sightseeing taxi guide website]

[Iwate Enjoyment Model Course] History Course

[Model course] A leisurely 1-night, 2-day journey through world heritage sites and valleys [Iwate Travel Map] Iwate Prefecture Tourism Association TEL 019-651-0626

[Taxi Plan] Iwate Reconstruction Support Kitasanriku Course

[Tourist taxi] Approximately 8 hours sightseeing course by sightseeing taxi 【Fee】 Regular car 40,000 yen, Jumbo 64,000 yen [Application/Inquiries] Morioka Station Taxi Information Center: TEL 019-622-5240 [Morioka sightseeing taxi guide website]

[Tekuteku Tour of Morioka] Morioka retro trip

[Model course] A one-day course recommended for retro fans. [Morioka sightseeing guidebook] *This course is a model course that allows customers to sightsee on their own using the Morioka central city circulation bus `` Dendenmushi .'' [Contact information] Morioka Tourism and Convention Association TEL 019-604-3305 FAX 019-653-4422

[Taxi plan] Iwate reconstruction support Minamisanriku course

[Tourist taxi] Approximately 8 hours sightseeing course by sightseeing taxi 【Fee】 Regular car 40,000 yen, Jumbo 64,000 yen [Application/Inquiries] Morioka Station Taxi Information Center: TEL 019-622-5240 [Morioka sightseeing taxi guide website]

[Taxi plan] Hachimantai/Matsukawa course

[Tourist taxi] 4-hour course from Morioka Station to Hachimantai Aspite Line and Jukai Line 【Fee】 Regular car 20,000 yen, Jumbo 32,000 yen [Application/Inquiries] Morioka Station Taxi Information Center: TEL 019-622-5240 [Morioka sightseeing taxi guide website]

[Drive course to enjoy early summer scenery] 4 hours 30 minutes course

[Model course] A driving course that takes you around the central prefecture area in early summer. [ Morioka wide area Iwate travel guide ] [Contact information] Iwate Prefecture Morioka Regional Promotion Bureau TEL019-629-6512 FAX019-629-6529

[Snow and hot springs! Touring the foothills of Mt. Iwate in winter] 7-hour course

[Model course] Snow and hot springs! A 7-hour course that takes you around the foothills of Mt. Iwate in winter. [ Morioka wide area Iwate travel guide ] [Contact information] Iwate Prefecture Morioka Regional Promotion Bureau TEL019-629-6512 FAX019-629-6529

Iwate rainy day spot

Let’s go meet the animals! Morioka City Zoological Park

Let’s go meet the animals! Koiwai Farm

Famous flower spot “Autumn”

Summer festival/fireworks display information

Special feature on Iwate techniques – traditional crafts

Fruit harvesting experience information

Cherry blossom information 2023 – Northern and central areas of the prefecture

Special feature on Iwate craftsmanship – Iwate craftsmen ②Central/Southern prefecture