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[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] A famous spot that is very popular with children! Iwayama Parkland and Iwate Prefecture...

Iwayama Parkland is the only amusement park in Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture. Located in the mountains, Morioka City Zoo is nearby. This theme park has been loved for a long time, especially by the people of Morioka City...

sugarsugar2017.07.03

[Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture] Esashi Fujiwara no Sato is a famous filming location for taiga dramas! Heian period...

Esashi Fujiwara no Sato is a historical park that focused on the main attraction during the Heian period. It could be said to be a theme park for the Oshu Fujiwara clan. It is made as an open set for NHK's Taiga drama "Flame Tatto"...

sugarsugar2017.06.18

Kappa Falls (Tono City, Iwate Prefecture)

Tono's yokai spot "Kappa Pond" - get a kappa capture permit and go kappa fishing!

Since the publication of "The Tales of Tono" by Kunio Yanagita, the founder of Japanese folklore studies, Tono City in Iwate Prefecture has become famous as one of Japan's leading "hometowns of yokai."

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2017.06.09

[Morioka, Iwate Prefecture] Let's go to Morioka Castle Ruins Park by Denden Mushi! A solid stone with a history...

A famous spot in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, is Morioka Castle Ruins. While feeling the remnants of the castle that is no longer in the future, the viewing of the stone walls that still stand out gives you a sense of emotion and eternal beauty. This time, we will talk about Morioka...

sugarsugar2017.05.21

[Ninohe District, Iwate Prefecture] Iwate Children's Forest is the largest children's center in Iwate Prefecture! For children...

Iwate Children's Forest is a large children's center located in Ichinohe Town, Ninohe District, Iwate Prefecture. The total construction cost is 5.8 billion yen and the site area is approximately 30 hectares. The vast lot offers a variety of things to enjoy, both inside and outside...

sugarsugar2017.05.19

[Iwate] Special feature on the highlights of the two major zoos! Morioka City Zoological Park and Iwate Safari Park

When it comes to zoos in Iwate, there are Iwate Safari Park and Morioka City Zoo Park. These are Iwate's two major zoos and are loved by locals and tourists. This time, we'll be offering these two zoos...

sugarsugar2017.05.11

[Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture] Wanko Soba? Or cold noodles? A famous restaurant in Morioka City where you can taste specialties...

When it comes to Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, Wankosoba was once famous, but in recent years Morioka cold noodles and jaja noodles have been attracting attention, and can be called "the town of noodles." When visiting Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, you'll be sure to find a place to visit...

HarumakiHarumaki2017.04.26

[Shizukuishi Town, Iwate Prefecture] At Koiwai Farm, you can enjoy cows, ice cream, and fun! Extremely popular...

The total area of ​​Koiwai Farm is 3,000 ha. Its area is one of the largest in Japan. The vast 9 million tsubo farm holds approximately 640 Tokyo Domes. There were 2,000 cows there...

sugarsugar2017.04.21

Miyazawa Kenji Fairy Tale Village in Hanamaki City is a "rakushu" facility where you can enjoy the world of Kenji's stories...

Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture is famous as the birthplace of Miyazawa Kenji. Miyazawa Kenji is a writer who is still loved by many people, regardless of generation. Hanamaki City is a spot where you can enjoy the charm of Miyazawa Kenji...

sugarsugar2017.04.19

Genbikei bus stop

The specialty of Genbikei, "Flying Dango," is definitely worth a visit! Delicious activities! ...

Genbikei is a famous scenic spot in Iwate Prefecture. 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...

NEFT Editorial DepartmentNEFT Editorial Department2017.04.18

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