Location List
72 potential locations in newly-arrived order.
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Shizukuishi Ski ResortShizukuishicho, Iwate Prefecture
This international-level ski resort hosted the Alpine Skiing World Championship in 1993. It offers a range of courses, including the men's course, which spans 5,000 meters with a vertical drop of 9...
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ski slopes/golf coursesOther
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Mikoda Morning MarketMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
This is the largest market in Japan organized cooperatively. Entering the narrow alleys of the winding residential area, you’ll find vegetables, wild plants, flowers, fruits, and pickles displayed ...
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markets/wholesale marketsOther
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APPI Snow Mountain ResortHachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture
With a total of 19 diverse courses suitable for beginners to advanced skiers, the resort offers a variety of slopes. Located at 40 degrees north latitude, the Aspiring Snow boasts excellent snow qu...
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fields/pastures Nature forests/woods hot spring resorts/summer resortsOther
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Morioka StationMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Located on the front street of Morioka Station in Morioka City, this is a station served by East Japan Railway Company (JR East) and IGR Iwate Galaxy Railway. It is the central station of Morioka C...
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train stations/station surroundings bus stops/bus stations trains/streetcars/monorailsOther
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Iwayama ObservatoryMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
The main tourist spot in Morioka. With Iwate Mountain in front, you can enjoy a complete view of not only the Kitakami River but also the city of Morioka, known for its trees and water. It is also ...
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views from mountain tops & observatoriesOther
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Morioka Handmade VillageMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Located by the shores of Lake Goshoko, this facility allows visitors to experience the traditional local industries of the Morioka area firsthand. The Nambu curved house on the premises was once de...
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retail stores restaurants/coffee shops other facilities events/functionsOther
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Atago Mountain Memorial ParkMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
A relaxing spot for locals, this area offers a panoramic view of Morioka City and is perfect for a casual stroll. It also features a monument inscribed with a poem by Michizo Tachihara.
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Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabins forests/woods waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsOther
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Iwate Prefectural GymMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Opened in June, 1967. One of the oldest existing gyms in Miyagi prefecture. Has conference rooms, waiting room, reception office, and a multi-purpose room in addition to the arena area (1,877㎡) . ...
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government & public facilities other facilitiesOther
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Koiwai stationTakizawa city, Iwate prefecture
Second stop from Tazawa Lake line on Japan railway. Near Koiwai farm.The station building was built in 1921.
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train stations/station surroundingsOther
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Sodeyama HighlandKuzumakimachi, Iwate Prefecture
This is highland farm where you can enjoy an abundance of nature. There is a panoramic view of beautiful landscapes including Mt. Iwate, Mt. Himekami, and the ranges of the Kitakami Highlands and O...
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fields/pastures Nature forests/woodsOther
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GozakuMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Gozaku is a merchant established in 1816. The buildings date back to the late Edo period to the Meiji era. The main house, seven storehouses, and the earthen wall along the riverbank represent the ...
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retail stores train stations/station surroundingsOther
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Fujimibashi BridgeMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
The pedestrian bridge spanning the Nakatsu River, which flows through the center of Morioka, is named Fujimi Bridge because Mount Iwate (also known as "Iwate's Fuji") is visible from the bridge.
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Sannoukai DamShiwacho, Iwate Prefecture
The Sanno Sea Dam is an agricultural rock-fill dam with the largest storage capacity in Japan at 38 million tons. It irrigates about 4,000 hectares of paddy fields, which are among the leading agri...
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Forest ParkTakizawa City, Iwate Prefecture
This is a vast natural forest where coniferous and broad-leaved trees are intermingled has walking paths, and various birds and animals such as narcissus flycatchers, Japanese tits, and squirrels i...
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government & public facilities Nature forests/woods lakes/swamps/reservoirsOther
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Ishiwarizakura Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Edohigan cherry blossom tree which comes out from the granite 23m around. It is about 400 years ago and a national natural treature.
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national treasures/important cultural propertiesOther
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Hotel Metropolitan Morioka New WingMorioka city, Iwate prefecture
Approximately 3-minute walk from Morioka station. High standard hotel which is convenient for sightseeing and business trip. 121 rooms. Can hold receptions for 1000 people.
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Morioka City General ArenaMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Used as a venue for multiple purposes for sports and events. 4-story building is made of armored concrete. The total floor area is 3234 ㎡. Has 5058 seats. The space can be used for 3 basketball ...
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government & public facilities halls/community centers other facilitiesOther
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Weeping cherry tree in Ryukokuji Temple(Moriokashidare of Ryukokuji)Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture
White-colored weeping cherry tree in Ryukokuji Temple. Newly discovered endemic cherry tree in 1920.Registered as a national natural treaturein1936.
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national treasures/important cultural propertiesOther
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Bank of Iwate Red Brick BuildingMorioka city, Iwate prefecture
Renaissance style building built in 1911. The architect, Manji Kasai is from Morioka city and designed the building Tokyo station as well.Designated as a national important cultural property in 1994
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urban areas/central city streetsOther
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Former Sasaki Residence (Nanbumagariya House)Yahaba Cho, Iwate Prefecture
Built in 1863. Yahaba Cho bought the house from Sasaki family in Fujisama area and relocated it to the Museum of History and Folklore. Registered as the town's tangible cultural asset.
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government & public facilities museums/art museums/resource centersOther
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Tayama Cross-country CourseHachimantai city, Iwate prefecture
A class certified by Ski Association of Japan and major competitions such as the national polity are held.
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ski slopes/golf courses events/functionsOther
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Obuke stationHachimantai city, Iwate prefecture
Old style building built in 1926.Present building is rebuilt in 2018.
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train stations/station surroundingsOther
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National Iwatesan Youth HouseTakizawa City, Iwate Prefecture
Opened in May, 1972. A great facility for training for seminars right in front of Mt. Iwate. In addition to accommodation houses and training rooms, it has a ground, tennis courts, a softball groun...
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government & public facilities halls/community centersOther
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Iwate Industry and Culture Center Takizawa City, Iwate Prefecture
The hub for industries, cultures and sports in Iwate Prefecture. Has a spacious site for multi-purpose uses including event halls (3,600㎡ in total, accommodating about 8,000 people), exhibition h...
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government & public facilities halls/community centers other facilitiesOther
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