The specialty of Genbikei, "Flying Dango," is definitely worth a visit! Delicious activities! [Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture]

Genbikei is a famous scenic spot in Iwate . Many tourists visit this place in search of the famous "flying rice cakes."

So this time we'll be bringing you a feature on the popular dumplings of Genbikei.

What is Genbikei?

Genbikei located in Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture , is a scenic spot designated as a national natural monument

A valley was eroded by the Iwai River, which flowed from the north slope of Mt. Kurikoma, which spans three prefectures: Iwate, Akita, and Miyagi prefectures. This is Genbikei.

The long-eroded valley is surrounded by rough quays on both sides.

ouketsu , and are dotted with round holes created by gradually cutting through giant rocks as they rotate, making it a valuable geological scenic spot where you can observe natural phenomena created by nature over millions of years.

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[Iwate] Genbikei, a famous place named by Date Masamune as a scenic spot within the domain

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Genbikei, which Date Masamune, named as a scenic spot within the domain, is a valley located in Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture. Over two kilometers of the Iwai River that flows from Mt. Kurikoma, the rough surfaces of strange rocks and strange rocks are steep, and the dynamic rock expressions are stunning. The water is a very beautiful color that discolors emerald green due to the sediments at the bottom of the river and the hot springs that flow from Mt. Kurikoma, making it a very beautiful color. On the upstream side, the waterfall flows, pebbles and water currents collide, and potholes that have been created by cutting over many years are everywhere, making them seem like natural artworks. And relax along the walkways on both banks...

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Genbikei's famous dumplings fly in the sky

When you think of Genbikei, you are so famous that it is called "flying dumplings," There must be many people who say this.

In fact, same as words , but it's also true that it's difficult to understand unless you try it once.

Flying rice dumplings are sold at Kakkoya .

He also appears in the popular TV show "Wednesday Doddess." Flying Dango is sold under the name "Kakko Dango"

There is a rope strung from the Kuo Kuoya to the gazebo, and there is a basket at the end of the rope.

Put the money from the dumplings (400 yen for three bottles) into this and hit the board attached to the rope with a tonkachi.

Then, a shopkeeper appears from the Guokoya on the other side and slides the rope around the basket of money. Wait a while and the rice will come back. The flow is that there is a bowl of tea and other dishes inside.

There are three types of dumplings: bean paste, black sesame seeds, and mitarashi.

The sight of the basket filled with dumplings coming through the rugged valley of Genbikei, lightly passing through the ropes, is worth a visit. This is a sight that can only be seen here.

It has been featured in the media as it is a flying dango. The taste is also excellent. It is not a regular sphere-shaped dumpling, but rather a cylinder-shaped dumpling. And the texture is surprisingly soft.

It does not contain any food additives or synthetic preservatives, so you can eat it with confidence.

Guo Koya <Information>

• Name: Gaudou (Flying Dango)
• Address: 211 Takinokami, Igmi-cho, Ichinoseki-shi, Iwate Prefecture 021-0101
• Phone number: 0191-29-2031
• Official URL: Ichinoseki City's official tourism website "Ichidachi!" - Kakkou Dango

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Takimi Dango is a set of 5 colors and is extremely satisfying [closed in 2020]

In addition to the famous Kodango, two other dango shops are popular in Genbikei. Many people go around and compare the food. One is Takimi Dango.

This dango shop is located on the banks of Genbikei and is run by a husband and wife team. The specialty is the five-colored dango. It costs 650 yen and includes 5 sticks: isobe, walnut, red bean paste, zunda, and sesame. The dango made with Sasanishiki from Ichinoseki is a special dish.

Additional note: Takimi Dango closed in 2020, despite regrettable reasons, due to her husband being elderly.

Itsukushi dango is characterized by its rice cake-like consistency.

Another dumpling in Genbikei .

Itsuki dango is given because the area was called "Itsuki skewers" This is why it is characterized by five dango sticking to one skewer.

The dumplings are made from 100% glutinous rice from Genbi Town, and are said to be chewy and delicious. Popular menu items include a set of three soy sauce, sesame, and bean paste, and a set of three soy sauce, zunda, and walnuts.

Megushi Dango <Information>

• Name: Itsuki Dango no Tatami
• Address: 132 Konosu, Igmi-cho, Ichinoseki-shi, Iwate Prefecture 021-0101
• Phone number: 0191-29-2033
• Official URL: Iwate Prefecture's official tourist site "Iwate Journey" - Itsuki Dango no Tachi

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@neft_tohoku Genbikei, a scenic spot in Ichinoseki City, Iwate Prefecture. I ate Guo Gong Dango from Guo Gongya, which is famous as "Flying Dango"! On this day, there were many tourists from Taiwan, and the baskets were decorated with Japanese and Taiwanese flags. It was a great time to enjoy tea and dumplings while looking at the spectacular view 😋 #Iwate Prefecture #Ichinoseki City #Genbikei #Guo #Guo Gong Dango #Flying Dango ♬ Original song – Tohoku Rokken Trivia Media | NEFT