Top spots for Autumn Foliage!
One of Tohoku's draw-cards is its intense autumn foliage. Iwate Prefecture has many incredible spots that exemplify the beauty of this...
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Sep 113 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...
Jun 43 min read
Michinoku Hydrangea Garden
Michinoku Hydrangea Garden is certified by the Japan Hydrangea Association as Japan’s No.1 hydrangea garden.
May 143 min read
Ichinoseki's Top Attractions
1) Geibikei Gorge: Cruise gently down the river, where a dreamy world awaits. A calm, natural space where trees seasonally change and...
May 144 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.
May 131 min read
Beech forest, young greenery around Shinyu Onsen
at the foot of Mt Kurikoma along National Route 342, you can find towering beech trees. Quercus oak, horse chestnut, katsura and Japanese ma
Apr 11 min read
The three Roadside Stations of Ichinoseki
Ichinoseki is blessed with three roadside stations, all with their own quirks! Kawasaki Michinoeki, Genbi Michinoeki and Murone Michinoeki
Apr 12 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:
Feb 22 min read
Kanayama Tanada terraced rice fields throughout the seasons
Nestled away in the mountains of Ichinoseki is Kanayama Tanada. Kanayama Tanada is a terraced rice field with 50 uniquely shaped rice...
Dec 17, 20232 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 9, 20232 min read
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...
Jun 1, 20233 min read
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...
May 13, 20213 min read
Mokusa Swords
In Ichinoseki, the Mokusakaji sword-smiths made Mokusa Swords which are said to be an indispensable part of the Japanese sword's origins.
Nov 30, 20202 min read
Nakatsuyagawa Illumination
This event was featured on a popular nationwide television show 「ナニコレ珍百景」last year, a show in which rare or special things happening in Japa
Oct 19, 20202 min read
Top 3 Waterfalls of Ichinoseki
The information and photos for this article were provided by Ryohei Endo of Tohoku-charm Refer to his site for the full English articles;...
Sep 10, 20203 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 4, 20203 min read
The Museum of Stones and Kenji (Ishi to Kenji)
石と賢治のミュージアム On Miyazawa Kenji This museum is dedicated to professional agronomist, teacher, geologist, philosopher, activist, poet, and...
Dec 3, 20191 min read
Ichinoseki City Museum
一関市博物館 Get to know the history, local features and the great achievements of highly renowned predecessors of Ichinoseki. The main...
Aug 27, 20191 min read
POKÉMON with YOU Train
The train connects Ichinoseki, Iwate Prefecture to Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture with some fun stops along the way. This Pikachu themed train
Apr 1, 20192 min read
Basie
ベイシー Originally written for the Kitakami Times (additional information added) Renowned artists from around the globe including Count...
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