Location List
134 potential locations in newly-arrived order.
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Nanshoso HouseMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
This private residence of Segawa Yasugoro, a prominent political and business figure of the Meiji period (1868–1912), features a garden designated as a protected garden by the city. The pond occ...
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historic sites/gardensSpecifications
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Shibutami Jinjyo Elementary SchoolMorioka City, Iwate Prefecture
Built in 1884 in the former village of Shibutami, this school building closed in 1963. After its closure, it was used by local residents as the Matsunai Community Center, and in 1968 it was relocat...
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elementary schools/junior high schools/high schoolsSpecifications
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The multipurpose square in front of Hanamaki StationHanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
This plaza sits between Hanamaki Station and the Hanamaki Settlement and Exchange Center (Nahan Plaza). Equipped with a snow-melting system, the square remains clear even in winter and is capable o...
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train stations/station surroundings OtherSpecifications
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Fuppari-choHanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
Shopping street in Fuppari-cho, Hanamaki City.
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markets/wholesale markets shops in shopping arcades restaurants & coffee shops in shopping arcades halls/theaters/movie theatersSpecifications
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Kamegamori Promotion CenterHanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
The former Kamegamori Elementary School was built in 1998 (Heisei 10) and closed in 2021 (Reiwa 3). The interior is spacious, and because the building is relatively new, it remains in good conditio...
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Autumn foliage spots in Hanamaki CityHanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
This video introduces famous autumn foliage spots in Hanamaki City. 【Featured Spots】 Kamabuchi Falls, Osawa Onsen, Kuzumaru River Gorge, Miyazawa Kenji Ihatov Center, Koshiozan Viewpoint, Gindor...
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Nature mountains/mountain trails/cabins waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyons hot spring resorts/summer resortsSpecifications
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Cherry Blossom Spots in Hanamaki CityHanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
This video introduces famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Hanamaki City. [Featured Spots] Hanamaki Onsen, Toyagasaki Park, England Coast, around Bishamon Bridge, Shinshoji Temple
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shrines/temples Nature forests/woods waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsSpecifications
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Tase Promotion CenterHanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture
A promotion center that uses the former Tase Junior High School. About 45 minutes drive from Hanamaki station on Japan Railway.
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Former Hitokabe Elementary SchoolAround 85-1 Arataomote, Esashi Yonesato, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Along the Hitokabe River near the Former Hitokabe Elementary School, rows of cherry trees create a simple and tranquil landscape. “Hitokabe” is a historic town once thriving as a post town, and it ...
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Isawa Dam (Lake Oshu)6, Yokodake-Maeyama, Isawa Wakayanagi, Oshu city, IwatePrefecture, Japan
The Isawa Dam, located on the Isawa River of the Kitakami River system in Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, serves multiple purposes: flood control, securing river flow for environmental conservation, s...
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Nature forests/woods lakes/swamps/reservoirs other facilitiesSpecifications
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Tokusuien Garden45-1 Kamitsuchohashi, Isawa Wakayagi, Oshu City, Iwate prefecture, Japan
Tokusuien was established in 1957 as a memorial garden to commemorate the completion of the first cylindrical water distributor and to honor the pioneers of the Isawa Plain’s development. The garde...
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waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyons bridgesSpecifications
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Atago-yama Shrine176 Atago, Isawa-Wakayanagi, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Atago-yama Shrine, locally known as “Atago-sama,” stands atop a prominent iwakura (sacred rock) in Oshu’s Isawa area. Since the Edo period, it has been deeply revered as a deity protecting against ...
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shrines/temples forests/woodsSpecifications
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Santaki (Three Falls)Around 240 Nagafukuro, Koromogawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Santaki (“Three Falls”) is a fan-shaped waterfall located on the Yokosawa, a tributary of the Kitamata River in Oshu City. Surrounded by natural forest, it comes into view after a short walk along ...
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Kiku-no-taki (Kiku Falls)near 30 Amada, Koromogawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Kiku Falls is distinguished by the confluence of two streams merging into a single cascade. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom, while in autumn, the foliage turns vibrant, offering seasonal beauty. T...
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mountains/mountain trails/cabins forests/woods waterfalls/rivers/streams/canyonsSpecifications
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Koromo-no-Taki (Robe Waterfall)Koromogawa masuzawa, Oshu city, Iwate prefecture, Japan
Koromo-no-Taki (“Robe Waterfall”) is a two-tiered waterfall, with the upper section approximately 15 meters high and 14 meters wide. Its name is said to originate from a legend in which a celestial...
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Dewa ShrineAround 264 Araida, Haneda-cho, Mizusawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Dewa Shrine is said to have been founded when General Sakanoue no Tamuramaro prayed to Haguro Gongen during his campaigns against the Emishi and, after his victory, enshrined the deity here. Legend...
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shrines/temples mountains/mountain trails/cabins forests/woodsSpecifications
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Fujisato Mukaisawa (Rice Fields)Around 410 Mukaisawa, Fujisato, Esashi, Osyu City, Iwate, Japan
A lone pine standing amid the terraced rice fields creates a striking impression. The area offers seasonal views of rural life, making it suitable for capturing both agricultural and natural landsc...
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Hannya Hill (Grassland)Near Terazawa 67, Esashi-Fujisato, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
The site offers a vast expanse of grassland with an open and scenic view. Currently used as pastureland, it features gentle slopes and stretches of green grass. Suitable for filming with horses and...
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Fujisato Hiderita (Rice Fields)Fujisato Area, Esashi, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Fujisato Hiderita is a rural location in the Fujisato area of Esashi, Oshu City, where rice fields and farmland spread along the Ite River. With few artificial structures, the site offers wide, ope...
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Maesawa Iki-iki Sports Land27-1 Abetate, Maesawa, Oshu city, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Maesawa Iki-iki Sports Land is a multi-purpose sports facility located beside the Iwai River and rows of cherry blossom trees. It features a baseball field, multipurpose ground, tennis courts, a gy...
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Hitaka Hibuse Festival1-1 Otemachi, Mizusawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture
The Hitaka Hibuse Festival, a cherished spring tradition of Oshu-Mizusawa with a history of over 300 years, is held annually in late April in the central district of Mizusawa. The magnificent festi...
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Esashi Jinku Festival2, Esashi Odori, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
The Esashi Jinku Festival, originating from the Hibuse Fire Prevention Festival in the Iwayado district of Esashi, Oshu City, has been held since 1974 as a celebration involving the entire local co...
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Omonomi Park179-6 Jinba, Maesawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan
mbination of urban scenery and a mountain backdrop produces a striking and memorable view.
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Mizusawa Racecourse1-2 Akudo, Mizusawa Anetai-cho, Oshu City, Iwate prefecture, Japan
Mizusawa Racecourse, located in Mizusawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, Japan, offers views of the Kitakami River to the front, Mount Tabashine to the right—associated with Yoshitsune legends—and Mo...
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other facilities domestic/in Japan OtherSpecifications
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