waterside village

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

The approximately 1.4km promenade takes advantage of the rich natural forest and clear streams that spread along the Iwasaki River, and includes a suspension bridge, watermill, arbor, and a natural habitat for skunk cabbage. Families can enjoy forest bathing while taking a casual stroll.

Location: Yahaba Town, Shiwa District, Iwate Prefecture
Inquiries: Yahaba Town Commerce and Tourism Division
Phone number 019-611-2603
FAX number 019-611-2629
Website: http://www.town.yahaba.iwate.jp/
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Yahaba Onsen

A simple alkaline spring that began to flow in 1963. Effective for neuralgia, joint pain, chronic digestive diseases, etc. The surrounding area is blessed with magnificent nature, including the Horseshoe Stone, which is said to be the footprint of Minamoto no Yoshiie's favorite horse, Nusakake Falls, and Mt. Namsho.

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

Sightseeing Spots Nature / Scenery

Tokutan Castle Ruins

An ancient castle fence built by the conquering shogun Bunshiro Watamaro in the early Heian period (around 813). Divided by a rectangular outer wall approximately 350m on each side, it was built for the purpose of pacifying Ezo and controlling the Shiba region, and is a nationally designated historic site. It has been developed as a historical park, and you can see artifacts excavated from the Tokutan Castle ruins at the folklore museum inside the park.

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

History / Culture

Jonaiyama Observation Deck

Mt. Jonai is 328m above sea level. It takes 30 minutes on foot from the Yanzan dam side to the summit, or you can also climb by car. The observation deck at the top of the mountain offers a panoramic view of the town.

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

Nature / Scenery