Souvenirs / Specialties

Roadside station “Kukai Kogen”

Heading east on National Route 106 from Morioka City and passing through the tunnel of the mountain pass, you will reach Kukai Kogen. From the roadside station ``Kukai Kogen'', you can see Mt. Kabuto Myojin, making it the perfect place to take a break from your drive. It is fully equipped with features such as dining at a restaurant with an extensive menu, a souvenir shop stocking not only local specialties but also products from nearby areas, and an information center where you can purchase tourist information.

Restaurant Gen

Restaurant Gen is located in front of Chusonji Temple and Tsukimizaka. The popular ``Hiraizumi Mochi Gozen'' is a traditional hospitality dish that has been handed down in Hiraizumi since ancient times, and you can enjoy six types of mochi: red bean paste, ginger, zunda, spicy, white sesame, and zoni.

Ueyama Kohaku Kobo

You can make your own accessories using amber from Kuji. We select rough amber according to our budget and polish the amber using three types of sandpaper in order. After finishing with toothpaste powder, attach metal fittings to create bleachers and pendants. The experience lasts approximately 3 hours, please make a reservation at least one week in advance. It is also possible to tour the mine shafts.

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Food inn in Appi Hachimantai Shikikan Saito [Danburi no Yu]

A gourmet inn where you can enjoy Japan's highest rank A5 marbled Maezawa beef and authentic kaiseki courses at a Japanese restaurant level. Enjoy a relaxing, retro holiday by soaking in an open-air bath surrounded by highland forests. We are also open for lunch♪

canaan ranch

A handmade bread factory located on a refreshing plateau. They also sell their products at a factory that makes handmade breads using Nishidake's spring water, 100% ground flour, millet grains, and handmade jams. You can also enjoy lunch with freshly baked bread while looking out at the glass-enclosed bakery. Lunch includes ice cream made at a nearby farm. The refreshing ice cream has natural flavors such as sesame and lettuce.

Natsuyu Plateau

The Natsuyu Plateau Interpreters Association provides information on the charms of Natsuyu throughout the year, such as climbing the three mountains of Natsuyu, trekking on the Natsuyu Plateau, and snowshoe hiking.

Aya Sonoko Issaryo

There is a black stucco storehouse that is over 200 years old in Konyamachi, where many earthen storehouse-style buildings still remain. The first floor is Gallery Saisono, and the second floor is Issaryo (coffee shop). The light from the lamps gently illuminating the high-ceilinged interior and the nostalgic furniture will soothe your soul. Enjoy a relaxing moment with coffee and Chinese tea. There is also ``Aisono II'' in the back, which is a hidden art space.

Shizukuishi Ski Resort①