Tono hometown village

You can meet the original scenery of Japanese people! There are many attractions in Tono, Iwate Prefecture.

Tono City, located about an hour by train from Shin-Hanamaki Station, is home to many folk tales and legends. There are many charming spots, such as old folk house-style buildings and rivers where kappa are said to have lived, so you can immerse yourself in the atmosphere.

This time we will introduce popular spots and recommended gourmet food.

Will a kappa be caught at “Kappabuchi”?

If you come to Tono, you should definitely visit Kappabuchi in Tsuchibuchi Town. It is said that a red kappa once lived in the stream that flows behind Jokenji Temple. There is a shrine to the Kappa god on the shore, and if you visit it, you may be blessed with good luck.

If you are lucky, you may be able to meet a kappa, which is surprising. If you want to try your hand at catching a kappa, you can buy a kappa catching permit for 200 yen at the tourist information center "Tabi no Kura Tono" in front of Tono Station.

Kappafuchi＜Information＞

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「Study folk tales at the Denshoen and Tono Monogatari no Yakata

For those interested in folklore and Japanese folk tales, we recommend two places: Densho-en and Tono Monogatari-no-Yakata.

The inside of the traditional garden recreates the lifestyle of farmers in the past, and is full of atmosphere. It's also good to hear old stories from storytellers.
At the souvenir shop, you can purchase cute Mayuzashikiwarashi and kappa dolls.

The Tono Monogatari Hall has unique exhibits that you can enjoy viewing. There are also restaurants and a product store, so it might be a good idea to stop by for a break.

Tradition Garden＜Information＞

  • Name: Densoen
  • Address: 6-5-1 Tsuchibuchi, Tsuchibuchi-cho, Tono-shi, Iwate 028-0555
  • Phone number: 0198-62-8655
  • Official URL: https://www.densyoen.jp/

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Tono's Story House＜Information＞

  • Name: Tono Monogatari no Yakata
  • Address: 2-11 Oodori, Tono City, Iwate Prefecture 028-0523
  • Phone number: 0198-62-7887
  • Official URL: Tono Monogatari no Yakata

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Pray for love with “Ukotori-sama”

Ukotori-sama, located about 2 minutes by car from Tono Monogatari no Yakata, is a small shrine dedicated to the god of water. Famous as the god of love fulfillment, it is said that if you write your wish on a piece of red cloth that can be purchased for 100 yen and tie it with just your left hand, you will be blessed with a good match. There are lots of red cloths fluttering around, so you won't have any trouble finding your way there.

Ukotori <Information>

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When it comes to Tono gourmet food, there is nothing but Genghis Khan!

When we think of Genghis Khan, we tend to think of Hokkaido, but Genghis Khan is also popular in Tono City, Iwate Prefecture.
In Tono City, where many households used to raise sheep, fresh mutton is easily available and is still commonly eaten by ordinary households.

The famous Tono Genghis Khan restaurant is "Genghis Khan no Anbe" located in Hayase Town. At this establishment, which has been in business for over 60 years, the lamb shoulder roast set meal is popular. Also, the meat available is not only lamb but also mutton, so it is recommended for those who like firm meat.

``Maruman Jingisukan'', which is directly operated by a butcher shop, is also popular. Using local ingredients such as apples from Tono and garlic from Tago as secret ingredients, you'll be able to enjoy Genghis Khan that can only be tasted here.

Genghis Khan Anbe <Information>

  • Name: Genghis Khan Anbe
  • Address: 2-4-12 Hayasecho, Tono City, Iwate Prefecture 028-0542
  • Phone number: 0198-62-4077
  • Official URL: Tabelog – Jingisukan Anbe

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Maruman Jingiskan＜Information＞

  • Name: Maruman Jingiskan
  • Address: 1-8 Chuo-dori, Tono City, Iwate Prefecture 028-0523
  • Phone number: 0198-60-1185
  • Official URL: Tabelog – Maruman Jingisukan

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summary

Although Tono City is not large in area, there are various spots where you can enjoy publishing throughout the day. There are also famous gourmet dishes such as Tono Genghis Khan, so be sure to try them. Recommended for those who want to enjoy Iwate Prefecture a little different from the usual.

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