Recreational Activities / Experiences

Okunakayama Kogen Ski Resort

A ski resort located on Nishidake at an altitude of 1,018m. Boasting an abundant snowfall and smooth powder snow with low humidity, from the summit you can see the sparkling white mountains of Mt. Hakkoda and Mt. Hayachine. There are courses ranging from courses that beginners can ski safely to courses that will satisfy advanced skiers. A night ski slope is also available. Fun for families at reasonable prices. The tree run area for advanced climbers is also popular.

Kuroyachi Marshland where daylily blooms

Galaxy Plaza Yamanekoken

"Ginga Plaza Yamanekoken" is directly opposite Shin-Hanamaki Station. The first floor is a shop stocked with Kenji Miyazawa goods and other local products, and you can also try Wanko Soba at the restaurant on the second floor.

pension door

Nodagama

This workshop is run by Yukiya Izumida, a potter from Rikuzentakata City who has received high praise in numerous contests. In addition to soil from Noda Village, he continues to create works with a focus on local materials, such as using loose ore from the Noda Tamagawa Mine. The workshop is adjacent to the Asian Folk Art Museum. Works can also be purchased from Gallery IZUMITA in Tamagawa, Nodamura.

big roof takizawa

Big Roof Takizawa consists of a community center, library, antenna shop, and restaurant, and is a complex facility that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The rooftop is an open space with a terrace overlooking Mt. Iwate.

Natsuyu Kogen Ski Resort

A ski resort that boasts one of the highest snowfalls in Japan and an amazing powder reset rate. With transportation capacity of 2 gondolas, 1 high-speed quad, and 2 lifts, the 14 slopes are varied and interesting. Not only is the quality of the snow and ski slopes excellent, but there are also bathing facilities, simple lodging facilities (reservations required), and childcare facilities (reservations required), so you can enjoy your time with peace of mind. Night skiing using a gondola is also special. You can enjoy the long course both day and night. The tree run area has been further powered up.

Soba Bun Kamiya

At the handmade soba shop "Sobabo Kamiya" located inside the day-trip bathing facility "Seika no Yu" in Dai Onsen, Hanamaki City, you can enjoy the natural sweetness of soba and the smooth texture made with 100% buckwheat core flour without using binder. .

Katakuri and wild cherry blossoms