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Rock On Iwate - Iwate PR and Communications in English

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We serve up information on Iwate’s awesome food, sightseeing, culture, products, and breathtaking scenic views, along with information coming from the Iwate Prefectural Government.

04/11/2024

It’s that time of year 🤩🍂where beautiful fall colors will be on full display all throughout Japan🍂.
For Iwate, the peak is expected to occur around the end of this month, so hurry on over before the leaves have fallen🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♂️💨!

And what better way to enjoy the scenery than from an old samurai residence? If you thought that first picture was stunning✨, think about how it would look when fall is in full swing! This is the Omatsuzawake Samurai Residence, located in Kanegasaki, Iwate. Nowadays, it’s open as a stylish restaurant🍴🥢😋 serving up a blend of traditional and modern Japanese set meals, desserts, and more.

The atmosphere is immaculate, from the garden path leading to the residence to the lighting and style of the restaurant’s eating area. If you’re looking to enjoy lunch in style and take some impressive pictures🍂📸, it’s safe to say you’ve found your next fall destination🚉✈️🚙!

28/10/2024

🍂🍂🍂With its close proximity to Lake Kinshuko and other rivers🏞, you’ll likely be stopping in the town of Nishiwaga in Iwate for its autumn views🍁😃. But before leaving for your next destination or returning home, how about a quick hot springs trip?

The JR Hotto Yuda station 🚉in Nishiwaga is a stop on the Kitakami line🛤, which runs from Kitakami in Iwate to Akita. Inside, there’s a hot springs bath featuring a traffic light 🚦🚦🚦 that alerts guests to when trains are approaching. But what if you’re not feeling up to the full hot springs experience or you don’t quite have the time? Hotto Yuda station also features a unique hot springs foot bath that anyone from first-timers to onsen aficionados can easily enjoy🤩🦶.

Don’t get cold feet- stop by and take the plunge (or dip) next time you’re in Nishiwaga!

21/10/2024

As you approach Lake Kinshuko, a massive dam comes into view⛲️⛲️⛲️! This dam was built to reduce the accumulation of sediment flowing into the rivers, and from July to October, when the water level is low, a magnificent curtain of waterfalls flow from the dam to the lake below.

Guess what- you can actually walk through this dam, right behind the waterfalls! Feel the misty spray and the roar of the water crashing below as you take the exhilarating path to the opposite shore. If you’re lucky, you’ll be able to see a shimmering rainbow 🌈🌊🌊near the waterfalls! The dam also has light-up events at night🌃, such as turning the waterfalls into a neon rainbow🌈 in July.

If you’re already in Nishiwaga for the autumn views🍁🍂, make sure you block off some time to visit Lake Kinshuko’s dam🏞!

14/10/2024

While you’re driving🚙 through Iwate and enjoying the beautiful views😇, be sure to make full use of the roadside stations🛣 along the way!

This is the Lake Kinshu roadside station, located in Nishiwaga Town. Right outside the building🏢, you get a breathtaking, expansive view of Lake Kinshu🏞, and once you step inside, the welcoming atmosphere almost makes you feel like you’ve returned home after a long journey.

This roadside station is no mere rest stop- there’s a restaurant open for lunch🍴🍴 and various local products for sale🛍, such as various honeys (tasting available!) 🍯and a special refreshing and fluffy yogurt made from milk produced🐄🐄 in Yuda, a region in Nishiwaga. You’ll also notice that most patrons are holding a cone of soft cream- it’s made from that same Yuda milk, with a delicate sweet creaminess and a pleasant aftertaste that locals and travelers alike can’t get enough of🍦🍦. Make sure to grab one

30/09/2024

You’ve definitely heard of sake before🍶🍶. You might’ve even tried it before. But how about…liqueur made from traditional Japanese herbs? How about black tea liqueur or fruit blend liqueurs🍓🍊?

Introducing K.S.P, a one-of-a-kind brewery creating all that and more! Located in Kanegasaki, a town in Iwate known for its traditional samurai residences and stunning nature views, the S in K.S.P stands for sustainability because they’re taking it to the next level. Over 30 different kinds of herbs, in addition to various trees, fruits, and vegetables are grown in-house, which are all used in the production of their original drinks🌱🌿🍃.

This innovation is on full display in all of their products. There’s the Waka collection, inspired by the four seasons, and each liqueur is made from a blend of fruits, vegetables, and herbs that flourish in that season. As we welcome fall here in Iwate, why not try a glass of “Minori,” the Waka collection’s autumn liqueur? It boasts a rich, fruity flavor from the Iwate apples and a pleasantly bitter finish from the shiso and roasted green tea, perfect for relaxing during these crisp fall nights✨🍂.

If you’re interested in the Waka collection, K.S.P's commitment to ingredients, or any other drinks mentioned, feel free to visit their website ( https://www.kspyakusou.com/ )!　

24/09/2024

While in Iwate, you’re always going to be close to small cities🏢🏙 and nature🌳🌳, which is quite different from places like Tokyo with endless skyscrapers.

With that being said, why not take a moment to catch your breath and look up at the vast, clear sky while you’re here? This is Kuji, a coastal city in the northeastern part of Iwate, also famous for being the largest producer of amber in all of Japan. Here are some pictures of Kuji on a nice fine day🤩👓, taken from the observation deck in the city’s Amber Hall!

The aptly named Amber Hall functions as Kuji’s cultural hub and is easily recognized by its striking architecture. It’s also been running on 100% CO2-free renewable energy ⚡️ produced by the city’s hydroelectric plant since 2020, thanks to the Amarine Green Denki initiative!

16/09/2024

Did you know that these cliffs were made over 140 million ago when shifts in the tectonic plates pushed this piece of land up🌊🌊🌊?

Found in the peaceful village of Tanohata, these pristine views are recognized domestically as natural views untouched by the human society🤓. Visitors can drive long the Michinoku Coastal Trail (and the new Sanriku Highway!) to find these cliffs and enjoy the sounds of the wave crashing into the cliffs🔊🌊, or the sounds of the cormorants who use the area as their nesting grounds.

If you want to take a step back from the fast pace of life😌, this is just the place for you!

09/09/2024

Did you grow up with Hello Kitty? Can’t get enough of all things Sanrio?

Then this is your sign to make your way down to the Iwate Museum of Art in Morioka, where the 60th Anniversary Sanrio Exhibition “The Beginning of Kawaii” will be held until October 6th! Pose for pictures with cutouts of your favorite characters, learn how Sanrio’s philosophy made it the icon of Japanese kawaii culture, and take a trip down memory lane as you stroll through colorful displays.

And the best part…? They have a gift shop full of exclusive goods, so make sure to grab your merch before the end of the exhibit!

#サンリオ展

02/09/2024

Back with the Pokémon Manhole Cover series, here we have Kunohe😁!

This design is based off of Odode-sama, a mythical half owl-half human being who was said to be able to predict fortune, weather and illness and speak the human language💁‍♂️🦉.💁‍♂️🦉.
The people in this area often pay respect to Odode-sama at one of the many waterfalls in the mountainous region, not dissimilar to the manhole cover you see above🛣.

26/08/2024

It’s already the end of the month! Oh how time flies...

Here’s a quick video of what happened here in Morioka on the first day of the month: Sansa Festival! These are the top batters: the Miss Sansa and Drum Ensemble. You might’ve seen them do the offering ceremony in one of our previous posts, but here’s the video of them strutting their stuff out on the main streets of Morioka!

It was a blast of a festival and if you attended, we’re glad to have had you here! For those who missed out, don’t worry, it’ll be back bigger and better next year~ Stay tuned!

29/07/2024

The other day, the famous Miss Sansa (the official Sansa promotion team!) and the Sansa ensemble paid respect to the gods by dancing and performing at the home of Sansa, Mitsuishi Shrine⛩

🎆Performed at the end of July, this offering dance is done to pray for the health and success of all who participate in the festival✨

Do come on August 1-4 🗓to see them, and others, perform right at the heart of Morioka!

23/07/2024

Thinking about going to Morioka to do the wanko soba challenge or go see the Red Brick Building?

Chances are, you’ll be in the Sakana-cho area of Morioka! Take a bit of time to come and take a look at its new installment: the Monaka shopping mall!

Opened just last week, this shopping mall in the heart of Morioka focuses on delivering locally sourced products made by local businesses to all who visit. Ranging from desserts made out of goat’s milk to gelatos, all the way to Maesawa beef and fresh seafood, there’s plenty of options out there to enjoy a taste of what Iwate has to offer!

15/07/2024

We’re well and truly into summer which means...
Beaches! Fruits! Drinks!
And of course, seafood!

Iwate is known for its rich and abundant seafood off the Sanriku Coast and these photos are just a little snippet of what you can enjoy in Iwate!
Whether it be sashimi, steamed, roasted or fried, we guarantee that you’ll enjoy everything the Sanriku Coast has to offer.

24/06/2024

Many horses parading around the city streets in fancy dress and ringing hundreds of bells as they go? That’s pretty much summarizes one of Iwate’s well known traditional festivals, Chagu Chagu Umakko. Each horse is ridden by a young child and walked by friends and family. This rare sight can be seen every year on the second Saturday of June, starting from Takizawa and trotting around 14km to end in Morioka.

Iwate was known as a horse breeding prefecture back in the day, and revered horses to the point where man and horse shared the same living space. This festival began as a way to pray for the health and longevity of the horses in the area.

We’d love to see you all come next year to enjoy this rare sight with us!

27/05/2024

Known as one of The Three Great Noodles of Morioka, Morioka jajamen is a local delicacy in the Morioka region. If you’ve been here once before, you might have seen specialist shops selling it. But what is it exactly?

Jajamen is a flat, thin, udon-like noodle topped with cucumbers, spring onions and meat miso. Meat miso is the unique sauce for this dish, made up of ground meat, miso and a range of condiments and flavorings to give it its unique umami taste. Once the meat miso is mixed into the noodles, other condiments such as vinegar, ginger, garlic and chili oil can be added. Mix and enjoy!
..but that’s not the end!

For the ultimate experience, leave a little bit of the noodle-miso mix for something called chiitan! For a small extra price, you can turn your dry noodle dish into a hearty soup to wrap up your meal. An egg, boiling water and extra miso is added to create chiitan. It might not look glamorous but the flavor is definitely as exquisite as it sounds!

Come to Morioka to try this local delicacy when you can!

20/05/2024

The Wind Phone was set up as a place for those who lost loved ones during the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami disaster that wreaked havoc on the prefecture on March 11, 2011. Situated in the back garden of the creator’s home, many have since come to make phone calls to the afterlife, formulating and maintaining relationships to strengthen bonds that traverse time and space. The phone booth also has a notepad, where visitors often leave messages to their loved ones, or messages of encouragement to future visitors. As visitors are often left in an emotional state, the pristine location, right near the coast, creates a peaceful atmosphere that allows visitors to spend as much time as they need before setting off back to their regular lives.

The phone can be found in the town of Otsuchi, and is best accessed by either car or via the nearest train station on the Sanriku Railway.

#311

18/05/2024

Deep in the mountains, on the border of Iwate and Akita Prefecture, lies an unsuspecting swamp. For only two months of the year does it show its prowess, attracting visitors from all over the globe to its vicinity for a once in a lifetime view.

The Hachimantai Dragon Eye is as its name suggests, the winter snow and ice melts in a particular manner that resembles a mystical beast’s eye. Although it looks stunning in the sun, the true beauty is during light snow or fog, the weather adding to the mystery of the phenomenon.

You should be able to see the dragon eye in May so if you’re in Iwate, Akita or even Tohoku around then, consider coming here to see the marvel with your own eyes!

22/09/2023

Author of “Night on the Galactic Railroad” and “The Restaurant of Many Orders”, Miyazawa Kenji certainly left a mark in Iwate and Japanese history. Writing children short stories, many of his works take the reader to another world, clinging to the readers’ hearts and imparting life lessons. With a large chunk of his works based on locations within Iwate, local municipals have taken advantage of this to create tourist spots for fans to immerse themselves in his dream world. Just look at the first photo! Step into story after story and let your inner child run free!

Fun fact: If you speak to an Iwate local, most of them will be able to recite parts of Kenji’s stories off by heart! Try it when you can 

Fun fact 2: Today is the 90th anniversary of his death. His hometown of Hanamaki holds the Kenji Festival every year, so if you’re around, why not go to the Kenji Monument and take a peek at the festivities?

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内丸10－ 1
Morioka-shi, Iwate
020-0023

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月曜日	08:30 - 17:15
火曜日	08:30 - 17:15
水曜日	08:30 - 17:15
木曜日	08:30 - 17:15
金曜日	08:30 - 17:15

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It’s already the end of the month! Oh how time flies... Here’s a quick video of what happened here in Morioka on the first day of the month: Sansa Festival! These are the top batters: the Miss Sansa and Drum Ensemble. You might’ve seen them do the offering ceremony in one of our previous posts, but here’s the video of them strutting their stuff out on the main streets of Morioka! It was a blast of a festival and if you attended, we’re glad to have had you here! For those who missed out, don’t worry, it’ll be back bigger and better next year~ Stay tuned! #iwate #japan #visitjapan #visitiwate #morioka #festival #traditional #sansa #misssansa #taiko #guinnessworldrecord #dance #flute #song #iiiwate #iwategram #localeyesjapan_share

The other day, the famous Miss Sansa (the official Sansa promotion team!) and the Sansa ensemble paid respect to the gods by dancing and performing at the home of Sansa, Mitsuishi Shrine⛩ 🎆Performed at the end of July, this offering dance is done to pray for the health and success of all who participate in the festival✨ Do come on August 1-4 🗓to see them, and others, perform right at the heart of Morioka! #iwate #morioka #sansa #festival #japan #visitiwate #drums #taiko #guinnessworldbookofrecords #traditional #mitsuishi #iiiwate #iwategram #localeyesjapan_share

Sansa Odori: THE BIGGEST Drum Festival in the World #岩手県 #岩手 #japan #japaneseculture #iwate #iwategram #visitiwate #tohoku #sansa #さんさ踊り #祭り #matsuri #japanfestival

Morioka Sansa Odori has come and gone!!! This was the first Sansa Odori in 3 years, and people came from all around Japan to watch the parade and enjoy the festival atmosphere!!! We took some video of the three parts of the Sansa parade for you to see! The parade starts every night around 6 as it starts to cool down outside, and lasts 3 hours each day. Since Sansa lasts a total of four days, almost everyone who lives in Morioka gets a chance to enjoy the festival at some point or another! Store fronts and spaces around the city are filled with stalls to buy food and drink while you enjoy the festivities! This year’s Sansa was so fun that it was over before we knew it but, we hope to see you again next year!!! #iwategram #visitiwate #sansa #sansaodori #sansaodorifestival #MORIOKA #morioka #iwate #matsuri #japanfestival #japan #japanculture #japantrip #tohokutrip #岩手 #盛岡 #盛岡さんさ踊り #さんさ #さんさ踊り #太鼓 #お祭り

Where else can you find elementary school children riding Horses through a city center? The Chagu Chagu Umakko is one of the many local hidden gem festivals in Japan. On the second Saturday in June every year, this horse festival is held in Takizawa and Morioka cities. This year was the first year it was held in three years due to the pandemic and on the 11th of June, people came to see the parade of children riding decoration clad horses in the summer heat on their long trek. This year, the 15 kilometer trek by about 60 horses took over 4 hours, and ran from Takizawa, all the way to Hachimangu shrine in the center of Morioka. Food stalls were set up there and at Sakurayama shrine along the way to feed the many who came out this year to see the horses’ journey. The origins of the festival are rooted in the Iwate people’s love of horses. In the past people started to pray at the Sozen and Komagata shrines to heal horses who were used in farming and pray for their well being. The type of bright and vibrant costumes that can been seen in the Chagu Chagu Umakko festival were originally used by horses who carried goods to the Shogunate in Edo, and the bells ringing on them were used to ward off bears in the area from coming near. #iwate #morioka #takizawa #horses #chaguchaguumakko #岩手 #盛岡 #滝沢 #馬 #チャグチャグ馬コ #iwategram #visitiwate