In order to spread the word about the products and production tools produced in Morioka City, a corner of the store is open to the public as an exhibition corner. Along with the product, you can learn about its history and manufacturing process.
Basic information➀
Access: 10 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station
Contact information: Ono Sensaijo (Small museum on the 2nd floor, 10-16 Zaimokucho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-652-4116
FAX:019-652-4105
Homepage: https://ebisuyaonosen.wixsite.com/onosen
Experience menu➀
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Nanbu ancient pattern dyeing | On the second floor of the store, old paper patterns from the feudal period, restored panels of the patterns, materials and materials for indigo dyeing are on display, and you can listen to explanations of the process using tape. | All year round (excluding Sundays and 12/31 to 1/4) | Approximately 20 people | 10-15 minutes | free |
Basic information ②
Access: 10 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact information: Michinoku Akanekai (4-30 Nasukawacho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-622-2648
FAX:019-622-2648
Homepage: http://www.michinoku-akanekai.com
Experience menu ②
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| homespun | You can observe the homespun process, which is all done by hand, from dyeing to weaving. The production process of the series is introduced on a panel. You can make hand-woven vase linings and felt. ①Homepage mini mat ②Homespun coaster ③Felt balls, paper weights ④Felt eggs, felt coasters |
All year round (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, Obon holidays, and year-end and New Year holidays) | 1 to 20 people (reservation required) | ①30-40 minutes ②20-30 minutes ③④30-60 minutes | ①1,600 yen ②800 yen ③1,000 yen ④900 yen |
Basic information③
Access: 5 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station by bus after getting off at Tatezakabashi, 20 minutes walk from Morioka Station
Contact: Goyosha (9-24 Kitayugaose-cho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-646-9439
FAX:019-646-9439
Homepage: http://naruking.ciao.jp/goyosha/
Experience menu ③
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| local toys | In addition to introducing the history and origin of kokeshi dolls on panels, we also introduce local toys, traditional kokeshi dolls that have been passed down since the feudal era, southern Kinakinabo dolls, Anpo kokeshi dolls, Morioka bokko dolls, and creations that have been made and handed down based on Morioka’s land. Kokeshi dolls and other items are on display. You can experience making kokeshi dolls, tops, etc. | All year round (irregular holidays) | 5-40 people (reservation required) | 30-60 minutes | From 1,400 yen |
Basic information ④
Access: 5 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Urumi Kogei (2-9-23 Chuodori, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-654-4615
FAX:019-654-4620
Homepage: http://www.urumi.jp
Experience menu ④
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Joboji lacquerware/Hidehira lacquerware | On display are tools used to manufacture lacquerware, such as a lacquer bucket for storing lacquer sap, a feather for removing dust, tools used for decoration, and brushes for applying lacquer, as well as the process of making a teapot stand. You can try painting. | All year round | ~12 people | 40-60 minutes | From 1,200 yen (excluding tax) |
Basic information ⑤
Access: 1 minute walk from JR Morioka Station bus stop “Uenohashicho”
Contact: Fujiwara Bee Farm (3-10 Wakazonocho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-624-3001
FAX: 019-624-3118
Homepage: http://www.fujiwara-yoho.co.jp/
Trial menu ⑤
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Beekeeping experience, honey | Founded in 1901. We exhibit tools related to the century-long history of beekeeping and the techniques developed over that time. After listening to an explanation about bees and beekeeping through slides, we put on beekeeping nets and tried collecting and eating honey from beehives. *Depending on the season and weather, the hive may not be open. | All year round (excluding Mondays) | 1 to 8 people (reservation required) | 60-90 minutes | 500 yen for elementary school students and under, 1,000 yen for junior high school students and above (includes souvenirs and ice cream samples) (reservation required) |
Basic information ⑥
Access: 7 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station
contact address: Tachibana Shoe Store (9-11 Zaimokucho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-622-6692
FAX:019-622-6692
Experience menu ⑥
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| shoemaking | In addition to exhibiting the tools and manufacturing process used to make shoes on panels, you can also tour the manufacturing process and semi-finished products inside the museum. | All year round (excluding Sundays) | 5-6 people | half an hour | Free tour |
Basic information⑦
Access: 10 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Sekiguchiya Confectionery (2-3 Shinmeicho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-622-4509
FAX:019-622-4509
Experience menu ⑦
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Morioka sweets | We introduce Morioka Dagashi, the history of the store, and the manufacturing process. Dagashi originated as a preserved food in cold climates. It is a long-established store that was founded in 1899 and is a pioneer in this area. | All year round (excluding Sundays) | ~10 people | 20 min | Free tour (advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑧
Access: 10 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
contact address: Matsumoto Shingen Instrument Studio (2nd floor, Camera Kikuya, 1-16-1 Honmachi-dori, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-651-8862
FAX:019-651-8862
Homepage: http://www.m-stringshop.com
Trial menu ⑧
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| violin making | Introducing the violin manufacturing process through photos. Inside the workshop, you can see the manufacturing process and semi-finished products of violins, violas, cellos, and decorative instruments. | All year round (excluding Sundays and holidays) | 1-4 people | 20-30 minutes | Free tour (advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑨
Access: 10 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station
Contact information: Yamadome Precious Metals Store (2-9-16 Chuodori, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-622-9305
FAX:019-622-9305
Experience menu ⑨
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| engraving | Panels introduce the manufacturing process (annealing, brazing, watermarking, etc.) of rings and pendants. Inside the workshop, you can observe the manufacturing process and semi-finished products. | All year round (excluding Sundays) | Approximately 5 to 6 people | 20-30 minutes | Free tour (advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑩
Access: 7 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Okashishi Yamazen (2-21 Zaimokucho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-622-2618
FAX: 019-622-2653
Homepage: http://yamazen-web.ftw.jp/
Trial menu ⑩
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Japanese sweets | This panel introduces the production process of craft confectionery (from dough to mold cutting and finishing). Inside the store, there are about 30 craft confections made from sweets, such as flowers, trees, and birds. | All year (excluding New Year’s Day) | 5-6 people | 20-30 minutes | Free tour (advance reservation required) |
Basic information ⑪
Access: 20 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Glass Studio Glass K (3-19 Kamimenai, Daiyo, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-661-6734
FAX:ー
Experience menu ⑪
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Dragonfly ball and blown glass | In addition to introducing the glassblowing production process through panels, tools and raw materials are also on display. Inside the workshop, you can watch how vessels and vases are made using a technique that is said to have originated in BC. You can experience making glass-blown cups and vases, and making dragonfly beads. Please make a reservation by phone. | All year round (irregular holidays) | 1-10 people | Production experience: Approximately 25 minutes (1 person) | Blown glass: 2,800 yen, dragonfly ball: 2,000 yen (advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑫
Access: 5 minutes walk from Morioka Bus Center
Contact: Studio Yume Mayu * Hana (1-24 Shinmeicho, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-623-6509
FAX:0019-623-6509
Homepage: http://www.yumemayuka.com/
Experience menu ⑫
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Mayu craft | Introducing seasonal cocoon crafts made by beautifully dyeing cocoon balls. In addition to exhibiting Iwate’s sericulture materials on panels, you can also view works such as bouquets and dolls, and enjoy hands-on experiences making things such as wanko sibling, stone splitting cherry blossoms, and fuku wax. . | All year round (Mondays/Irregular holidays) | 1-10 people | Approximately 30 minutes | Material cost: 1,000 yen (excluding tax) (advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑬
Access: 10 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Baeren Brewery (1-3-31 Kitayama, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-606-0766
FAX:019-626-0201
Homepage: https://www.baerenbier.co.jp/
Trial menu ⑬
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| local beer | A malt mill built around 1900, a brewing room relocated from a small German brewery that has been in use for about 100 years, valuable brewing equipment that is no longer in use, and beer ingredients. are displayed with explanations. | All year round (excluding year-end and New Year holidays) | up to 30 people | 30-40 minutes | Free tour (advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑭
access: 15 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Ishizawa Wakane Hook Studio (10-39 Daijiji, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-623-8876
FAX:ー
Trial menu ⑭
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Japanese rod/hair hook | You can observe the manufacturing process and semi-finished products. In Tohoku, it is a famous Japanese rod (made of bamboo) that is known to those in the know as the Shonai rod for the sea and the Morioka rod for the river. | All year round (irregular holidays) | 5-6 people | 60 minutes | Free (please inquire in advance) |
Basic information⑮
Access: 20 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Touken Tetsusai (19-2-4 Nishimimae, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-638-8808
FAX:019-638-8808
Experience menu ⑮
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Japanese sword basic course | There is a panel explaining the sword polishing process, and you can also watch the process. Additionally, if you wish, you can take a course to learn the basics of how to handle and appreciate swords. | All year round (irregular holidays) | 1-6 people | 30-60 minutes | Free (advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑯
Access: 10 minutes by car from JR Morioka Station
Contact: Atelier Kitanohanakago (1-4-6 Midorigaoka, Morioka City)
telephone number: 090-3129-3801
FAX:019-661-5232
Homepage: https://www.kitanohanakago.com/
Trial menu ⑯
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Preserved flowers, dried flower wreaths | We are exhibiting the manufacturing process of preserved flowers, which are made by processing fresh flowers using a special liquid so that they can be preserved for several years. You can also see craft arrangements that take advantage of the characteristics of preserved flowers, bouquets, dried flower wreaths, and other works, and you can make hair ornaments for the Sansa dance. Please feel free to contact us. | All year round (irregular holidays) | 1-5 people | Approximately 30 minutes | Dried flower wreath: from 1,500 yen, preserved flower arrangement from 2,000 yen, Sansa dance hair ornament from 2,000 yen (excluding tax, advance reservation required) |
Basic information⑰
Access: 2 minutes walk from Morioka Bus Center
Contact: Creative Jewelry Studio SILVER ART☆KAORI (2nd floor of Hotel Bright Inn Morioka, 1-1-21 Nakanohashi-dori, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-652-5725
FAX:019-652-5725
Homepage: http://silverartkaori.com/
Experience menu ⑰
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| creative silverwork | You can create silver pendants, straps, etc. and take them home. Would you like to make memories of making one-of-a-kind silver accessories? You will enjoy the fun of making it and it will become your very own handmade silver amulet. | Irregular holidays (please contact us) | 2-10 people | 30-120 minutes | Engraving experience starts from 2,800 yen, pendant top production starts from 3,900 yen (tax not included, advance reservation required) |
| Learning effect: Develop creativity, gain a sense of accomplishment and acquire skills to create silver jewelry from nothing. | |||||
| Message to teachers…Creating things develops people. I would appreciate it if it would be an opportunity for me to share what I can and want to convey. | |||||
Basic information⑱
Access: 5 minutes walk from Morioka Bus Center
Contact: Charcoal Museum (12-16 Minamiodori 1-chome, Morioka City)
Phone number: 080-6004-1001
FAX:ー
Experience menu ⑱
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee | |
| Charcoal/wood vinegar liquid | At the Charcoal Museum, you can see the charcoal manufacturing process. There is also an exhibition of charcoal from around the world and an introduction to wood vinegar, a by-product, allowing you to learn about the history and manufacturing of charcoal in general. | All year round (irregular holidays) | 20 people | Approximately 1 hour | Free (advance reservation required) | |
| Learning effect: Consider the importance of fuel as one of the fuels that is being reconsidered after the earthquake. | ||||||
| Message to the teacher…Iwate charcoal accounts for a quarter of Japan’s charcoal production, and is the top charcoal producer with the largest production volume in Japan. | ||||||
Basic information⑲
Access: 5 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station bus stop “Midorigaoka 2-chome”
Contact: Yoshikuni Footwear Store (1-14-22 Midorigaoka, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-662-6215
FAX:019-662-6215
Experience menu ⑲
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Nambu paulownia geta | We display panels showing the tools and manufacturing process used to make Nambu paulownia geta. | All year round (excluding Sundays and year-end and New Year holidays) | Consultation required | Consultation required | Consultation required |
Basic information ⑳
Access: 1 minute walk from JR Morioka Station by bus “Konyamachi” stop
Contact: Tomoezenko (5-32 Konyamachi, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-622-5334
FAX:ー
Homepage: http://www.tomoemax.co.jp
Experience menu ⑳
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Dyeing | Founded in 1902 in Konyamachi (dye shop town), the company is currently being run by the 5th generation. We sell products and display dyeing tools used in the past. Dyeing workshops are also available, and factory tours are also available. | All year round (Closed on Sundays, holidays, every other Saturday) | Consultation required | Consultation required | Consultation required |
Basic information ㉑
Access: 10 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station by bus “Yamagishi Elementary School”
Contact: Iwate Leather (36-21 Momijigaoka, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-613-5130
FAX:ー
Homepage: http://www.iwategawa.jp/
Experience menu ㉑
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Iwate shorthorn cow leather | We deliver leather items made from Japanese Wagyu beef to everyone. At our workshop, you can observe and experience the production process depending on the season. | We accept requests depending on the season. Please contact us. | Inquiry required | Inquiry required | Inquiry required |
Basic information㉒
Access: 6 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station bus stop “Morioka City Hall”
Contact: Suzuki Morihisa Kobo (1-6-7 Minamiodori, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-622-3809
FAX:019-656-1151
Homepage: http://www.suzukimorihisa.com/
Experience menu㉒
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Nambu ironware | The Suzuki family, which was hired as the official foundry of the Nanbu family in 1625, has a history of about 400 years. Works are always on display and for sale in the workshop. | All year round (excluding Sundays) | Inquiry required | Inquiry required | Inquiry required |
Basic information㉓
Access: 5 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station bus stop “Chuodori 2-chome”
Contact: Old Coffee Shop Machine Shop (3-2-11 Honmachi-dori, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-653-8833
FAX: 019-601-2316
Homepage: https://hatayacoffee.com/
Experience menu㉓
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| roasted coffee | In 1985, it opened in a quiet residential area as a coffee shop attached to the old cloth store that my parents had started. You can listen to explanations while viewing coffee roasting machines and extraction equipment. | All year round (excluding Mondays and the first Tuesday of the month) | Inquiry required | Inquiry required | Inquiry required |
Basic information㉔
Access: 5 minutes walk from JR Morioka Station bus stop “Higashi Kenei Apartment Mae”
Contact: Raden Sawai Kobo (2-1-4 Higashimashoen, Morioka City)
Phone number: 019-601-8646
FAX:019-601-6210
Homepage: http://sawaikoubou.com/
Experience menu㉔
| Experience menu | Content | period | Number of people | Time required | Fee |
| Mother-of-pearl work | Raden is a lacquer craft technique in which abalone shells and luminescent shells are placed on lacquered ground or fabric and polished. In our workshop, we make mother-of-pearl using lacquer from Joboji, Iwate Prefecture, and abalone shellfish from Sanriku. | All year round (excluding Sundays and others) | Inquiry required | Inquiry required | Inquiry required |