8 Culture Morioka's Hachimangu Shrine Chris Barnes Explore Morioka's Hachimangu Shrine, one of the finest and most relaxing thanks to the lack of crowds.
15 Culture Inside the Iwate Museum of Art Hannah Bambra Iwate Museum of Art's permanent Museum Collection. A diverse exhibition of 20th Century Japanese art at its finest.
7 Culture Kenji Miyazawa's Memorial Site Sarashanti Memorial site of Japanese poet and children's author of international fame, Kenji Miyazawa, who was born and grew up in Iwate.
9 Culture Iwate Park Chris Barnes A fantastic place to learn about the history of Morioka in a relaxing park.
8 Culture Takuboku's Honeymoon House Chris Barnes Explore the honeymoon house of one of Japan's most famous poets in downtown Morioka.
Culture Chiba Family Magariya Sarashanti Outstanding 19th century farmhouse of architectural importance located in Tono, Iwate Prefecture
9 Culture Hoonji Temple Chris Barnes The Hoonji Temple is home to the famous 500 Buddhist Disciples. This unique attract is one of Morioka's best.