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  • Kanairo Do
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    Iwate Nishiiwai-gun Hiraizumicho Hiraizumi Koromonoseki 202
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  • Isawa Dam
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    Iwate Pref. Oushushi Isawa-ku Wakayanagi
    Isawa Dam is located in Isawa Ward of the city of Oshu in Iwate Prefecture. It is the highest multipurpose dam in the Tohoku region and has the longest basin in the country at 723 meters. It is also known as the largest rock fill dam in Japan. There are observation platforms and campgrounds in the area, which allow visitors to view the dam in a lovely natural setting.
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  • Lake Kinshuko (Yuda Dam)
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    Iwate Pref. Wagagunnishiwagamachi Kawashiri
    Lake Kinshuko is an artificial lake created by the Yuda Dam in the town of Waga, Waga County, Iwate Prefecture. It is famous for its autumn leaves and attracts many visitors at that time of year. It also attracts people who like to fish for two varieties of trout that live in the lake. Nearby is the Lake Kinshuko Information Center, which contains exhibits and written materials about the lake.
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  • The Cattle Museum
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Maesawa Minamijinba 103-1
    A museum located a seven-minute taxi ride from Maesawa Station on the Tohoku Main Line in Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture. The museum contains a variety of exhibits on cattle such as cattle skeletons and how milk is produced, the relationship between humans and cattle from ancient times to the present, the history of Maesawa beef, and the cattle industry. The museum holds events such as symposiums and picture book readings, as well as classes like butter making and recreating Meiji period ice cream. The museum store sells original merchandise like T-shirts featuring a cow stomach design, and leather cell phone straps.
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  • Hekishoji Temple Museum
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    Iwate Waga-gun Nishiwagamachi Sawauchi Ota 3-32
    This museum is located on the grounds of Hekishoji Temple in Ota Sawauch, Nishiwaga Town, Waga County. It houses a collection of over 10,000 items related to local folkways, including National Important Cultural Properties, the tools used by “matagi,” traditional local wintertime hunters, and items used in everyday life. Visitors can encounter the unique culture that grew up in the harsh natural environment of Japan’s “snow country.”

    山に入り熊を撃つという猟師を岩手と秋田のこの辺りではマタギというようですが、その文化を伝える展示内容が充実しています。

  • Stone and Kenji Museum
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    Iwate Ichinoseki-shi Higashiyamacho Matsukawa Takinosawa 149-1
    A museum located a three-minute walk from Rikuchu-Matsukawa Station on the Ofunato Line in Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture. The museum was established for future generations to share with and make it possible to come in contact with the ideas and lifestyles of engineer Kenji Miyazawa and Tohoku Rubble Factory owner Tozo Suzuki. The museum has lapis lazuli, amethyst, and ammonite fossils on display and a library of books collected by Suzuki. Visitors can also take a tour of the former Tohoku Rubble Factory, which was erected in 1924 and registered a National Tangible Cultural Property in 1996 (note: at the present time, tours are not possible due to renovations; tours are scheduled to reopen in the spring of 2020.)
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  • Motsuji Temple Garden
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    Iwate Pref. Nishiwaigunhiraizumichou Hiraizumi Osawa 58 Moshi Temple grounds
    A garden located a seven-minute walk from Hiraizumi Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line. The Motsuji Temple has been designated a Special Historic Site and a Special Place of Scenic Beauty and, together with the adjoining Pure Land Garden, is collectively referred to as the Motsuji Temple Garden. Oizumi ga Ike pond in the center of the garden is 180 meters from east to west and 90 meters from north to south, and is still the same shape as when it was first created. Goshuin seal marks are offered at the temple shop just past the main temple gate. At the Shofuan restaurant, you can rest legs tired from walking and enjoy soba noodles as well as sweets.
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  • Kitakami City Oni no Yakata
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    Iwate Kitakami-shi Wagacho Iwasaki 16-131
    "A museum located a 20-minute drive from JR Kitakami Station. The museum was opened in 1994 to present information on oni, mythical Japanese creatures alternately translated as ""ogres"" and ""demons."" The museum introduces all kinds of oni, from scary ones to cute and cuddly ones. Exhibits include a large number of oni masks, including a giant mask three-meter-tall and weighing 80 kilograms. The museum also introduces masks depicting oni-like creates from around the world with a focus on Thailand, Nepal, and other Asian countries."
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  • Kigan Meoto Ishi (Husband and Wife Rock Formation)
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    Iwate Ichinoseki-shi Senmayacho Senmaya Ishido
    This giant natural rock formation is said to represent a married couple. The rocks are about five meters high and ten meters in circumference and are linked by a shimenawa, a sacred Shinto rope. A large represents the man, and another large rock behind him represents the woman. People have been fond of this rock formation since ancient times and consider it to be a divine symbol of marital harmony. Visitors can climb the stairs to see a statue of Kodakara Jizo, the god who grants children to couples, and he is venerated here along with the rocks. Beyond the rocks is a small hill, and beyond that is a small shrine, where the male rock is venerated.
  • Chiba Farm
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    Iwate Ichinoseki-shi Kawasakicho Usuginu Shimomaki 93
    A tourist farm where strawberry picking is the main activity. They grow large Yayoihime and Sachinoka strawberries–with their nice sweet and sour balance–in large vinyl greenhouses. In addition to soil plantings, there are also hydroponic beds where you can harvest strawberries without bending over. Visitors pay the entry fee and enjoy all-you-can-eat strawberries without a time limit. They also sell strawberries to bring with you as gifts.
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  • Kamisuki-kan
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    Iwate Ichinoseki-shi Higashiyamacho Nagasaka Cho 390
    A Tozan-washi Japanese paper shop with a long history. Its origins go back over 800 years to Fujiwara Clan fugitives in Hiraizumi, Oshu that were defeated by the Kamakura forces. The handmade washi is made with paper mulberry processed with a special technique, making it more durable than other Japanese paper. They sell stationery, postcards, envelopes, and colored paper made with washi. Their paper making workshops are open to everyone, and once the paper you make has dried they'll have it delivered to your home.
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  • Oshu Koromogawa History Fureai Museum
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Koromogawa Hina 60-18
    A museum that conveys the history of the Abe clan, progenitor of the Northern Fujiwara clan. It has an impressive display of wax figures of Abe no Sadato and Minamoto no Yoshiie depicting a scene in which they compose poems during the Former Nine Years’ War. The exhibition begins with a display of artifacts excavated from a Jomon period site. It also showcases the history and traditions of the region including Masuzawa-nuri lacquerware, first developed during the Northern Fujiwara period and further advanced during the Meiji to Taisho periods. Every Tuesday the Koromogawa Lacquer Association gets together to make Masuzawa-nuri lacquerware at the museum's studio. It’s open to public viewing with a reservation.
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  • Esashi Yume-no-Hashi Bridge
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Esashi Iwayado
    An arch bridge over the Hitokabe River, connecting Tateyama Historic Park and Mukaiyama Park, famous for its cherry blossoms. Completed in 1999, Yume-no-Hashi (Dream Bridge) got its name because its construction was a dream come true for the locals. The highest part of the bridge is 50 meters above the river. It has a view of the Taneyama Highland to the east, downtown Esashi to the west, and the Yakeishi Mountain Range. The view of the bridge itself from below is also popular, often featuring in photos with cherry blossoms or the nightscape. Sightseeing spots including Esashi-Fujiwara Heritage Park and Esashi Native District Cultural Museum are close by.
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  • Toyoda no Tachi Site
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Esashi Iwayado Shimo Nawashirosawa
    A historic park located at the junction of National Route 456 and Prefectural Route 156. There was once a castle on the site built by Fujiwara no Tsunekiyo, founder of the Northern-Fujiwara Clan. The castle's size, date of construction, and layout are unclear, but artifacts such as a four-handled Chinese white porcelain jar have been excavated from the site. It's recorded that Fujiwara no Kiyohira – the first official head of the Northern-Fujiwara – was born here and maintained political influence in the area even after his move to Hiraizumi. Today at the site you'll find a castle monument and historic traces including a spring which was used for Kiyohira’s first bath. There are also grave mounds of the clan of Kiyohira’s father Tsunekiyo, who was killed after the Former Nine Years’ War.
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  • Esashi Local Culture Hall
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    Iwate Oshu-shi
    An experience-based museum showcasing the history, culture, and local industries of the Esashi region. It is located about 15 minutes by car from the Mizusawa Interchange on the Tohoku Expressway, adjacent to the Esashi-Fujiwara Heritage Park. It consists of an agricultural center and the Okunoin exhibition area. It's display of the Nakazen Obara family's 101 statues of the Bodhisattva Kannon are notable and exemplify the beliefs of the region. They also have hands-on programs with culinary and craft themes that let you try making soba noodles, pottery, magatama amulets, and more. During the summer and winter holidays they organize other special hands-on programs too.
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  • Kuramachi Mall
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Esashinakamachi
    The Esashi region prospered thanks to water transport on the Kitakami River starting long ago. This walking street incorporates merchant storehouses and other features built during that period. It's at the Odori intersection on National Route 456 as you pass through Esashi, Oshu City heading towards the Hitokabe River. The street laid with flagstones and townscape with shops utilizing old warehouses will leave you feeling you've traveled back in time. A multitude of shops sell traditional local products such as egg noodles and Iwayado yokan (sweet bean paste jelly). It's a great spot to pick up some souvenirs of your trip.
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  • Esashi Tourist Products Center (Esashi Yume Plaza)
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Esashi Minamiodori 7-40
    Esashi Yume Plaza, a facility tied to the tourist association on National Route 456 in Esashi Ward's Minamiodori Street. Its main tourist product sales area is on the first floor. They sell Esashi specialty items such as Iwayado yokan (sweet bean paste jelly), local candies, and Kinkon-zuke pickles, as well as folk crafts, Esashi Shishi-Odori dolls, etc. They also present area highlights featured in the year-long historical TV drama Homura Tatsu that was shot in Esashi. There's a lounge as well as a gallery with handicrafts made by the locals on display. Various events are held at an outdoor area covered by a tent.
  • Former Iwayado Kyoritsu Hospital
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Esashiminamimachi 4-8
    Iwate Prefecture's first general hospital applying Western medicine was founded in 1874. It's on the Hitokabe River in Minami-machi, Esashi Ward. The multi-storied building has distinctive pseudo-Western-style architectural features constructed by local carpenters. It had the functionality and appearance of a Western hospital geared to a new era, backed by traditional Japanese-style building methods. It was chosen as the setting of the radio drama Kanenonaru Oka. Since its closing in 1878, it's acted as a variety of public facilities including a court, a government office, and a school. It became the Meiji Kinenkan in 1982 and the city's symbol.
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  • Oshu City Traditional Industries Museum
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Mizusawa Hadacho Ekimae 1-109
    This museum tells the history of Mizusawa, the birthplace of Nanbu ironware. It's located a five-minute walk from JR Mizusawa Esashi Station. There are displays on the process of making ironware and some of the actual equipment that was used. There's also a recreation of an ironware workshop to help you learn more about the tradition and casting process. Major league baseball player Otani Shohei hails from Mizusawa Ward, and there's a Nanbu ironware casting of his hand you can try shaking. Nanbu ironware products and crafts such as wind chimes and iron kettles are available for purchase in their gift shop.
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  • Goto Shinpei Former Residence
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    Iwate Oshu-shi Mizusawa Kichikoji 8-1
    An unobtrusive thatched roof building next to the Oshu Government Office Complex on Kichikoji Street in Mizusawa Ward. It's the former home of Goto Shinpei, responsible for Tokyo's ambitious recovery plan after the Great Kanto Earthquake. It was bequeathed to Mizusawa according to his wishes. A lower-ranking samurai residence from the late Edo period, the main house with its toilet and wooden storehouse have been reconstructed. It was designated a Tangible Cultural Property by Iwate Prefecture in 1972. A celebration of the birth of Goto Shinpei is organized by the local honoring association on June 4thevery year.
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A northern Tohoku prefecture promising peace and quiet, Iwate is sparsely populated, replacing people with snow-capped mountains, history-rich sites, and fields of crops that are to thank for the region’s delicious local cuisine. Meander along the three-city Golden Route, where you’ll visit the grand Buddhist temples of Hiraizumi and the Tono folk villages before tasting the three famed noodle dishes of Morioka.

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