forest where the wind sounds

Hidehira lacquer

The fixtures used at Chuson-ji Temple and Motsu-ji Temple in Hiraizumi were handed down to the folk, and they are also made in Hanamaki. The lacquer from the southern region is of the highest quality in the world and is used in high-quality lacquerware. Also, as the birthplace of Kenji Miyazawa, lacquerware related to Kenji's works are also made.

Kenji Miyazawa Fairy Tale Village

A facility where you can experience a dream-filled world based on Kenji Miyazawa's fairy tales. ``Kenji's School,'' an experience facility with five zones depicting the world envisioned by Kenji, and ``Kenji's Classroom,'' a log house exhibition facility, feature exhibits related to Kenji's fairy tales, as well as Kenji's works and Hanamaki specialties. There are also stores with a wide variety of items.

Narushima Washi Crafts Museum

The Narushima Washi Crafts Museum is a production base for Narushima Washi, the northernmost Japanese paper in Japan, and a facility for experiencing paper making. Everything about Narushima Washi is concentrated in the museum, and you can experience the culture of Washi that has been handed down since ancient times in Japan. Additionally, during the winter when paper making is in full swing, you can also observe the paper making process. There is a taxi office in front of the station