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Shiki line and Shiki’s haiku monument

The area where National Route 107 currently runs along Lake Kinshu was once described by haiku master Masaoka Shiki as ``a place of unparalleled beauty in the neighboring countries.'' It was named the Shiki Line after that. There are also monuments of Shiki's haiku in the town. ``Hot springs in the mountains and the Milky Way above the naked sky'' ``While you can see the village of the crows and the setting sun'' ``A mountain inn with the autumn breeze and the appearance of people'' There are three monuments with haiku in the town, which form the Shiki Line. The closest location is in front of Hottoyuda Station.

Kasumi-so

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Kiichigoso

Jokoji Temple

Takuboku Ishikawa was born in this temple on February 20, 1898. In the precincts, there is a monument written by Kyosuke Kindaichi, who was Takuboku's lifelong friend, and reads, ``Ishikawa Takuboku Birthplace.'' In addition, a portion of the room where he lived in Takuboku's Houtokuji Temple until he moved there has been restored and preserved.

Inaniwa Plateau Tankhorn cattle grazing

Hot Spring Lodge Padock [Hachimantai Onsenkyo]

Himegamiyama

Mount Himegami, which stands opposite Mt. Iwate, is 1123.8m above sea level. The beautiful triangular shape of the mountain with its gentle slopes catches the eye. A mountain opening event will be held on the third Sunday of May at a famous spot for lily of the valley. The most popular way to climb the mountain is the Ipponsugi Course, which weaves through a white birch forest while admiring the alpine plants.It takes about an hour and a half to reach the top. The view is outstanding, and you can see the skyline of Mt. Iwate, Mt. Hayachine, and the mountains bordering Akita Prefecture.