Mt. Kurikoma, autumn foliage route
栗駒山 Mt. Kurikoma (1626m) also known as Mt. Sukawadake in Iwate, is a volcano that borders Iwate, Akita and Miyagi prefectures. It boasts...
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- Sep 10, 2020
- 3 min
Sukawa Onsen
須川温泉 Originally written for the Kitakami Times: http://www.iwate-ilc.jp/eng/ktimes/ways-to-enjoy-the-water-at-sukawa-onsen/ The hot...
- Sep 9, 2020
- 2 min
Top spots for Autumn Foliage!
One of Tohoku's greatest draw-cards is its intense autumn foliage. Iwate Prefecture has many incredible spots that exemplify the beauty...
- Sep 1, 2020
- 1 min
The Ichinoseki-Hiraizumi Hot Air Balloon Festival 2021
The Hot Air Balloon Honda Grand Prix is one of the hottest hot air balloon competitions in Japan! Top pilots gather to take to the Tohoku...
- Jan 23, 2020
- 3 min
Geibikei
猊鼻渓 Gently cruise along the Satestu River where a dreamy world awaits. A calm, natural space with each season bringing transformation to...
- Jun 12, 2019
- 2 min
Genbikei
厳美渓 Genbikei, a designated National Scenic Beauty and Natural Monument, is a delightful sight at any time of year. It's no wonder that...
- Aug 23, 2018
- 1 min
Tsuriyama Park
釣山公園 A peaceful park in the middle of Ichinoseki City. Tsuriyama Park is famed for its beautiful cherry blossoms and brilliant autumn...
- Jul 11, 2018
- 1 min
Kakko-ya at Genbikei
郭公屋 Overlook stunning Genbikei Gorge as you devour some delicious dango at Kakko-ya. 'Flying dango' is one of the main attractions of...
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