Hour bell Nanbu Morioka Castle Tower Bell (Hanamaki Castle Hour Bell)

Galaxy Poppo (Karakuri Clock)

A mechanical clock with the motif of Kenji Miyazawa's fairy tale "Night on the Galactic Railway." It is located at the north entrance of ``Nahan Plaza'' in front of Hanamaki Station, and when the long hand points to 12 o'clock, characters from fairy tales appear along with the opening melody, an arrangement of ``Hoshimeguri no Uta'' (composed by Kenji Miyazawa).

Ishidoriya History and Folklore Museum

It houses sake brewing tools that tell the story of the history of sake brewing in the south, and introduces the sake brewing process. 1,788 of the sake brewing tools have been designated as important cultural properties of the country. Also on display are Jomon pottery excavated from within the town, clay bear figurines that are rare in Japan, ancient documents such as umbrella-shaped complaints, and personal accessories that reflect that era. We also exhibit sake vessels from Japan and around the world.

Tase Fishing Park

Lake Tase is known as a treasure trove of freshwater fish, including carp and carp. The fishing park was developed as a facility where families can easily enjoy fishing by taking advantage of its abundant resources. In addition to being able to enjoy fishing to your heart's content at the fishing pond within the park, you can also take a boat ride at Jabu Jabu Pond, and enjoy a restaurant that uses local ingredients, making this a perfect facility for those who want to enjoy a day out with their families. [Business period] Late April to late October *In winter, you can enjoy smelt fishing experience.