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Saigyo Sakura Forest

Hiraizumi Town

Southern Iwate

Nature / Scenery
#Sakura

This is a famous spot for cherry blossoms that was once written about in a poem by Saigyo, saying, ``The cherry blossoms of Mt. Takuine without any hesitation should bloom in addition to Yoshino.'' In the past, the cherry blossom forest, where pale peach blossoms made the mountain look hazy, has been revived. More than 3,000 cherry blossoms of 100 different species, including Oyamazakura, have been planted, and their branches are showing off their splendor year after year. Mount Tsukuine is likened to Kyoto's Higashiyama and is also known for its Daimonji ware. From the observation deck, you can get a panoramic view of Hiraizumi's cultural center, including Chusonji, Motsuji, and Takadate. [Blooming period] Late April

Location
Hiraizumi Town, Nishiiwai District, Iwate Prefecture
Inquiries
Hiraizumi Town Agriculture and Forestry Promotion Division
Phone number 0191-46-5564
FAX number 0191-46-3080
Website
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Dargakku Bishamon-do Hall

Dargakku Bishamon-do Hall

Even before Kiyohira settled in Hiraizumi, several temples had already been built in and around Hiraizumi. One of them is Saikoji Temple. According to the temple law, when Sakanoue Tamuramaro subdued Ezo, he built Bishamon-do Hall in imitation of Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera Temple in gratitude for the blessings of Bishamonten, and built 108 Tamonten statues following Kurama-dera Temple. It is said that it began when the shrine was dedicated to The circumstances surrounding Ezo and Tamuramaro have become the subject of many stories and folklore, and they also add color to the temple legends of Saikoji Temple. Bishamondo was destroyed by fire twice, and the current one was rebuilt in 1963.

Hiraizumi Town

Southern Iwate
History / CultureNature / SceneryShrines / Temples
Hakusan Shrine

Hakusan Shrine

There is an outdoor Noh stage that is designated as a nationally designated important cultural property.

Hiraizumi Town

Southern Iwate
History / CultureShrines / Temples
Motsuji Pure Land Garden [World Heritage Site]

Motsuji Pure Land Garden [World Heritage Site]

The Motsuji Pure Land Garden, which is centered around Oizumi Pond, has been designated by the national government as a special historical site and a special place of scenic beauty. The Motsuji Pure Land Garden has Mt. Toyama in the background, and the stonework of Suhama, Tsukiyama, Dejima, and Tobijima are placed around Oizumigaike. Gardening techniques that incorporate natural landscapes are shown throughout.

Hiraizumi Town

Southern Iwate
History / CultureShrines / Temples