Nationally designated historic site Nagahide Takano’s former residence

scattered settlement

A village where houses are built far apart in the middle of a rice field or field is called a scattered village. It is said to be the original scenery of the Japanese countryside, and can only be seen in a few places across the country today. There is a nostalgic landscape reminiscent of ``My Neighbor Totoro.'' Access: After getting off at Mizusawa Station on the JR Tohoku Main Line, you can take a bus on the Iwate Prefecture Kotsu Maru Line or Hirooka Line and look inside.

Kinugawa Furusato Nature School

If you spend time doing various things in nature, you may discover something new. Furusato Shizenjuku is a place where everyone can make such discoveries and think about how to live a truly rich life. In addition to a campground with bungalows and cottages, there is also a hands-on learning center where you can try your hand at processing agricultural products, making soba noodles, and woodworking such as bamboo crafts and crafts.

Komagata Shrine

In 1903, the shrine that was located at the top of Mt. Komagatake was moved to its current location. It is a quiet shrine surrounded by cherry blossoms and old cedar trees. Along with the cherry blossoms in Mizusawa Park, it has been designated as a natural monument by the prefecture as a group of Higan cherry blossoms. A children's cavalry parade is held as an annual spring festival.