2025 Iwate Prefecture Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

Ishiwate Onsen is a paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the city. 😎 Shikitei is a traditional Japanese-style hot spring hotel located in the deepest part of the Shizukuishi Onsen area in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, with a history of 900 years. You can enjoy the changing beauty of the Japanese garden in the room. The spring is a simple sulfur spring, rich in metasilicic acid, which is good for the skin and makes it smooth and moist. 🥰 ✅ Room type: Japanese-style, Japanese-Western style. Baby supplies are available, making it perfect for family trips. 🌹 ✅ Hot spring: The hotel has a large bath and an open-air bath. Some deluxe rooms are equipped with a private open-air bath. 🛀♨️ ✅ Meals: Kaiseki cuisine, made with the freshest seasonal ingredients, and the menu changes every month. From winter to spring, you can enjoy Japanese hairy crab, and in other seasons, the popular Maesawa beef. 💕

This time, we will introduce the popular inn "Yama no Kami Onsen Yukaen" located in Hanamaki Onsenkyo, Iwate! ✨♨️ This popular inn has won awards such as "Top 250 Hot Spring Inns and Hotels" and "Top 100 Japanese Inns Selected by Professionals"😊 ——————— ♨️ Hot Spring Inn: Yama no Kami Onsen Yukaen A luxurious inn surrounded by the nature of Hanamaki Onsenkyo. The hot spring water that springs from the abundant private hot spring source is so smooth that it is described as "thick and smooth" and has excellent skin-beautifying effects! ✨ 🌟 Recommended points ✅ Beautiful skin water (direct from the source) The spring water quality blends into the skin like lotion. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot springs in the open-air baths and large baths ♨️ There are three hot springs, each with a different atmosphere ☺️ ✅ Tasty Japanese-style architecture A luxurious structure that makes you feel the warmth of wood, it's an extraordinary space that makes you feel like you've traveled back in time 🏯 ✅ Meals that allow you to enjoy seasonal flavors You can enjoy kaiseki cuisine that uses plenty of Iwate ingredients, and enjoy a luxurious time with the hot springs 🍽️ 🚶 Access: Free shuttle bus from JR "Hanamaki Station" "Yamanokami Onsen Yukaen" where you can enjoy the mellow beauty water and healing space. Experience the ultimate hot spring trip that will refresh your mind and body ✨ ——————— We will continue to introduce wonderful spots! #IwateTrip #HanamakiOnsen #HotSpringLover #DomesticTrip #HotSpring #Tourism #AccommodationReport #Trip #FamilyTrip #HotSpringRyokan #TravelLover #HotelReview

This time, we will introduce the world heritage site "Chusonji Golden Hall" located in Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture! ✨🏯 The golden interior of the hall is truly stunning! Please visit as you can enjoy the scenery of the four seasons😊 ——————— ◾︎World Heritage Site in Iwate Prefecture: Chusonji Golden Hall The Golden Hall, the symbol of Chusonji Temple in Hiraizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture, is a national treasure that brings together the craft techniques of the Heian period! The pillars and walls inside the hall are covered with gold leaf and are gorgeously decorated✨ 🌟 Highlights ✅ Golden Hall The interior is completely wrapped in gold leaf, truly a "golden world." It is the only Buddhist hall in Japan that retains its original appearance from the time of its founding, built by Fujiwara Kiyohira in hopes of paradise✨ ✅ Tsukimizaka The approach to Chusonji Temple. You can enjoy the beauty of each season, with cherry blossoms in spring, green maples in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snowy scenery in winter 🍁❄️ ✅ Sankozo A treasure museum next to the Golden Hall. It displays precious items such as Buddhist statues and scriptures that are national treasures and important cultural properties 📜 🚶 Access: About 25 minutes walk from Hiraizumi Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line / Get off at Chusonji by bus The Golden Hall of Chusonji Temple has continued to shine for over a thousand years. If you visit Iwate, be sure to visit it ✨ ——————— We will continue to introduce wonderful spots ☺️ #IwateTrip #WorldHeritage #Chusonji #DomesticTrip #Tourism #Trip #TravelLover #DomesticSeasonalPlaces

This time, we will introduce recommended restaurants to taste Morioka's three major noodles! 🍜✨ When it comes to Morioka, the three major noodles are famous: "Morioka Reimen", "Wankosoba", and "Jajamen"! Please enjoy the authentic taste at each of the famous restaurants😊 ——————— 🍜 If you want to eat Morioka's three major noodles, go here! [If you want to eat Morioka Reimen, go here] Recommended restaurant: Seirokaku Strong and smooth noodles with delicious beef bone soup are exquisite! You can also choose the spiciness of the kimchi, so you can enjoy the taste to your liking🔥 📍 Access: About 2 minutes walk from JR "Morioka Station" [If you want to eat Wankosoba, go here] Recommended restaurant: Azumaya Main Store A famous style where soba is poured into small bowls one after another with the shout of "Hai, Dondon!"! The more bowls you eat, the deeper your memories of Morioka will become✨ If you eat 100 bowls, you will receive a wooden tag☺️ 📍 Access: About 15 minutes on foot from JR Morioka Station [If you want to eat Jajamen, go here] Recommended restaurant: Pairon Main Branch A Morioka specialty where flat, chewy noodles are mixed with special meat miso and chopped green onions! The way to eat it as a connoisseur is to enjoy it all the way to the last "Chi-tan-tan (egg soup)"🥚 📍 Access: About 10 minutes on foot from JR Morioka Station The three great noodles of Morioka, tasting them in their original place, are exceptional! ✨ If you visit Morioka, please be sure to visit😊 ——————— We will continue to introduce great spots! #IwateGourmet #ThreeGreatNoodlesOfMorioka #MoriokaColdNoodles #DomesticTravel #Tourism #Trip #Gourmet #GourmetTrip #TravelLover #DomesticSeasonalPlaces

This time, we will introduce "Fukuda Pan", a popular bakery in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture! 🥪✨ "Fukuda Pan", a fluffy koppepan sandwiched with plenty of ingredients, is a soul food that continues to be loved by locals. The freshly made taste, which is made to order, is exceptional! Please visit us😊 ——————— Popular shop: Fukuda Pan A very popular bakery in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture! The simple yet deep koppepan is the charm✨ 🍞 Recommended menu ✅ Anko butter The sweetness of the anko and the rich butter are exquisitely matched! The most popular iron plate menu✨ ✅ Shrimp cutlet The cutlet is filled with plenty of shrimp, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside! The deliciousness of shrimp spreads with one bite🦐✨ ✅ Peanut butter Plenty of rich and fragrant peanut cream! Addictively sweet 🥜 🚶 Access: About 15 minutes on foot from JR Morioka Station Enjoy simple yet deep-flavored bread at Fukuda Pan! If you visit Morioka, be sure to stop by! ✨ ——————— We will continue to introduce great spots! #Iwate #Morioka #IwateGourmet #Bakery #Bread #DomesticTravel #Tourism #FamilyTrip #GraduationTrip #TravelLover #DomesticSeasonalPlaces

#asiatrip Denshoen, located in Tono, Iwate Prefecture, is a captivating open-air museum that offers a deep dive into the traditional rural life of Japan. This cultural gem showcases beautifully preserved thatched-roof farmhouses, traditional tools, and engaging exhibits that bring the folklore and history of the region to life. Visitors can wander through the picturesque grounds, participate in hands-on activities like mochi pounding, and enjoy performances of local folk tales. The serene environment, coupled with the rich cultural heritage on display, makes Denshoen a must-visit for anyone interested in experiencing the authentic charm of rural Japan

#asiatrip The Kinshu Lake Water Festival, held annually at the picturesque Kinshu Lake in Iwate Prefecture, is a vibrant celebration that brings together locals and visitors for a day of fun and festivities. The event features a variety of water-based activities, including boat races, water sports, and traditional performances that highlight the rich cultural heritage of the region. The festival grounds are adorned with colorful decorations, and the atmosphere is filled with the sounds of music and laughter. Food stalls offering local delicacies add to the festive spirit, making it a perfect opportunity to indulge in regional flavors. As the day transitions into evening, the festival culminates in a spectacular fireworks display over the lake, creating a magical and unforgettable experience for all attendees

#traveldiaries #japan #japantrip #iwate What I find particularly captivating about Iwate is its connection to Japan’s history and spirituality. Sites like Chuson-ji Temple and the World Heritage Site Hiraizumi showcase the region’s ancient Buddhist heritage, while also offering moments of reflection and beauty. The prefecture’s historical festivals, such as the Chagu Chagu Umakko horse festival, keep traditional customs alive in a vibrant way. Iwate’s combination of unspoiled nature and rich cultural experiences makes it a remarkable destination for travelers looking to connect with Japan’s traditions while enjoying its scenic grandeur. It’s a place where time seems to slow down, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the simplicity and beauty of life.

#Natural Landscape Genbi Gorge in Iwate Prefecture, northeastern Japan, is a magical secret place carved by the magic of nature. Over the long years, the valleys and streams have been shrouded in a veil of mystery, attracting countless travelers to explore. As you step into Yanmei Creek, the first thing that catches your eye is the towering cliffs. The creek flows endlessly at the bottom of the valley, splashing water and forming charming curtains of water. There are towering ancient trees and lush greenery on both sides of the valley. The most unique thing about Yan Meixi is the "Flying Dumpling" experience😆. Visitors can put money into a basket and knock on a gavel at the pavilion on the other side of the stream. The shop owner will then deliver delicious Guogong dumplings and a cup of tea to them along the ropes stretched across the river. This ancient method of transportation makes people feel as if they are traveling through time and space, experiencing the wisdom and ingenuity of ancient people. 📸Attraction: Yanbi Gorge 📍Address: Takinoue, Yanbi Town, Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture #100 Ways to Travel #Japan Attractions #Tohoku #Iwate #Overseas Travel #trip

Botanical Garden in Iwate Ken Prefecture Japan Sanohe Iwate Japan #Garden #botanicalgarden #japan #iwatejapan #IwateKenJapan

In Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan, I visited the solemn Iwate Gokoku Shrine, a place full of historical significance and spiritual ambiance. I captured five photos to document this profound visit. The Iwate Gokoku Shrine is located in a tranquil area of Morioka City and is a shrine dedicated to the spirits of war heroes. As I entered the shrine, I was immediately captivated by its solemn atmosphere and the beautiful natural scenery. The shrine's main hall is designed with simplicity and dignity, surrounded by tall trees and delicate plants, creating a sense of peace and tranquility. Inside the shrine, I paid my respects at the main hall and other important altars, feeling the sacredness and solemnity of the place. Every detail showed respect for the war heroes, inspiring awe. I prayed quietly here, feeling inner peace and pleasure. The shrine's garden is also a place worth appreciating, where the natural landscape and architecture blend perfectly, forming a harmonious picture. I strolled through the garden, enjoying the surrounding beauty and feeling the power of nature and spiritual enlightenment. What particularly impressed me were the monuments and sculptures within the shrine, which displayed respect and remembrance for history and ancestors. I captured these solemn scenes, hoping to share this sacredness and beauty with everyone. This visit to the Iwate Gokoku Shrine not only allowed me to understand Japanese history and culture but also made me feel the spirituality and tranquility of the place. I will forever treasure this beautiful memory and look forward to returning here in the future to experience more of the beauty of history and spirituality.

great nature in Minzoku Myra, Kitakami, Iwate, Japan. You will enjoy the life style of people back in 1700 era.

When it comes to the "star" of the city of Izumi, Iwate Prefecture, you have to mention this "Mitian Workshop", which is a famous century-old shop in the area, because the fruit of the local soba noodles is pulled up. Handmade soba noodles, fragrant, very rich in taste, very chewy, and many people come to visit. As a "food maker" identified by Iwate Prefecture, the 80-year-old grandmother is particularly energetic. I saw the enthusiasm of our arrival and introduced a lot of knowledge about the cultivation and harvesting of buckwheat. I learned a little through translation, and I also listened to it with relish. spend 2000 yen of experience gold, you can learn to make buckwheat with your grandmother, and then taste the authentic soba noodles made by yourself.