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...

1. Iwai River Fireworks Food stalls and watch fireworks at a close proximity along the riverbank. When: August 2nd Where: Along the bank...

The Ichinoseki National Craft Beer Festival is an annual summer festival held in Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture.

The summer night sky is lit with impressive fireworks such as colorful star mines, and powerful 'nishakudama' which has an exploded...

Michinoku Hydrangea Garden is certified by the Japan Hydrangea Association as Japan’s No.1 hydrangea garden.

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...

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...

栗駒茶屋 Driving up toward one of my favorite trailheads, Sukawa Course of Mt. Kurikoma, I noticed flags with a stylish logo popping up along...

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...