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Iwate Prefecture Prefectural Forest

Hachimantai City

Central Iwate

Nature / Scenery

    It was established as a place for prefectural residents to spread emotional connection through greenery. There are many types of wild birds and plants, making it an ideal place for nature observation, forest bathing, and recreation.You can also use the forest learning exhibition hall and wood craft center.

    Location
    1-515-2 Matsuo Yosegi, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture 028-7302
    Inquiries
    Contact name: Prefectural Forest Management Office
    Phone number: 0195-78-2092
    FAX number: 0195-71-1778
    Website
    http://kenminnomori.com/Open in new tab
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    Nanashi Ameyama

    The name comes from the fact that the weather changes seven times a day. From the top of the mountain, which is 1063 meters above sea level, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of Mt. Iwate and Hachimantai.

    Hachimantai City

    Central Iwate
    Nature / Scenery

    cotton hat hot springs

    The landmark is the chocolate tower and the cotton hat tower on the roof. There are two types of baths: Western-style ``Cosmos-no-Yu'' and Japanese-style ``Rindo-no-Yu,'' and the baths for men and women change every week.

    Hachimantai City

    Central Iwate

    Yakehashiri Lava Flow (Nationally Designated Special Natural Monument)

    Mt. Iwate has erupted about five times in its history, most recently in 1732, and was 3km long and 1.5km wide from the spout to the end. Black, hardened lava is piled up on the northeastern slope of Mt. Iwate, making it difficult for plants to grow in this area.

    Hachimantai City

    Central Iwate
    Nature / Scenery