Floating island in Yukawa-numa (prefecture-designated natural monument)

Nishiwaga Town

Southern Iwate

About 3km from the inner hot springs of Yukawa Onsen is the bluish Yukawa Marsh. It was designated as a prefectural natural monument as the ``Floating Island of Yukawa Marsh'' (March 8, 1966). The appearance of dozens of large and small floating islands, each about 1 meter wide, floating on the water's surface, created by the wind, is a fascinating sight.

Location: 029-5521 Yukawachi, Nishiwaga-cho, Waga-gun, Iwate Prefecture
Inquiries: Contact name: Nishiwaga Town Tourism and Commerce Division

Phone number 0197-82-3290

FAX number 0197-81-1061
Website: http://www.yamanoideyu.com/

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The left grass, the dwarf colony.

On the way to Higusa Onsen ``Fureai Yuseikan'', there is a colony of Zazensou.

Nishiwaga Town

Southern Iwate

Nature / Scenery

Roadside station “Kinshuko”

Roadside Station Kinshuko is located approximately halfway between Kitakami City and Yokote City, and is the gateway to Nishiwaga Town. You can enjoy local flavors at restaurants and shops. "Yuda Dam Curry," which is modeled after Yuda Dam, is a particularly popular dish that expresses the colors of the season. There is a park where you can see Lake Kinshu.

Nishiwaga Town

Southern Iwate

Sightseeing Spots

Nagamine Park Refresh Zone

Surrounded by nature, Nagamine Park is fully equipped with camping facilities and is crowded with children's parties and family groups from neighboring municipalities. At night, the starry sky is the best. There are also 4 bungalows, where you can spend a relaxing time with the gentle feel of wood. Nagamine Park Refresh Zone: Nagamine Park, Fureai Yuseikan

Nishiwaga Town

Southern Iwate

Sightseeing Spots