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Chasing Cherry Blossoms
This year, cherry blossoms are expected to bloom in early-mid April.
Here are some of the best places to view them:
Apr 102 min read
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Ichinoseki "Mecca of Flowers"
Ichinoseki is one of Tohoku's best known"Mecca of flowers".
Throughout the seasons, beautifully maintained gardens and wildflowers
Apr 13 min read
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Kakkouya at Genbikei
Typically, visitors will order dango by requesting them at the base end of the gorge, however, for those seeking a more tranquil experience,
Mar 302 min read
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Senmaya Hinamatsuri (Girl's Day Festival)
During the Senmaya Hinamatsuri Event, Hina decorations are displayed in the Senmaya shopping street, centering on the Senmaya Sake-no-Kura.
Feb 34 min read
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National Mochi Festival in Ichinoseki
Best show-case of Ichinoseki's amazing and diverse Mochi Culture. This event brings local mochi enthusiasts and those from all over Japan.
Sep 13, 20241 min read
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Mt. Kurikoma, autumn foliage routes
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...
Sep 11, 20243 min read
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Mt. Murone - hiking, horse riding, camping and more!
Near the peak of the 895m tall mountain, there’s a 360-degree panoramic view extending to the Pacific Ocean.
May 14, 20244 min read
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Organic Restaurant Tills
Nestled in the rolling hills of Ark Tategamori Farm, Ichinoseki, is Tills, an organic buffet-style eatery. It's the first accredited...
Apr 12, 20242 min read
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Tategamori Ark Farm, where food is life
館ヶ森アーク牧場 Situated atop the hills of Fujisawa, this magnificent farm has a striking resemblance to the outskirts of Munich, as noted by...
Dec 17, 20232 min read
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Genbikei Gorge
Travelers come to Genbikei Gorge for two reasons:
1) The stunning scenery at any time of year
2) The delicious 'flying dango'
Dec 9, 20232 min read
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Sukawa Onsen
須川温泉 The hot springs at Sukawa well up tremendous amounts of water – 6000L every minute and the unique water properties can be...
Sep 10, 20203 min read
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Tsuriyama Park
釣山公園 The peaceful Tsuriyama Park is nestled in the heart of Ichinoseki City. This picturesque park is renowned for its cherry blossoms....
Aug 23, 20181 min read
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