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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.
3 days ago1 min read


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.
Jun 175 min read


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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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