Kushoji Temple

Miyako City

Coast

It is said that Yoshisato Minamoto, a member of the Genji clan, had his residence in Tashiro, and that Yoshitsune and his servants, who had escaped from Hiraizumi, stopped by on their way north. There is a waniguchi dedicated by Yoshisato's wife, Genji Okoma.

Location: Tashiro, Miyako City
Inquiries: Miyako City Tourism Division
Phone number 0193-62-2111
FAX number 0193-63-9120
Website: http://www.city.miyako.iwate.jp/

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Kariyagawa

A major tributary of the Hei River, which originates in Wainai, Miyako City and flows along National Route 340, with a length of approximately 25 km. It joins the Hei River in the Shigeruichi area. There are many wild char and yamame trout, and you can also enjoy sweetfish fishing downstream. Each tributary is a treasure trove of char, and is a paradise for Taikobo. The beauty of the valley is also outstanding. Upstream there is Aba Sanso, which uses mineral springs. Telephone: 0193-62-8711 (Heiigawa Fisheries Cooperative Association)

Miyako City

Coast

Nature / Scenery

Fujinokawa Beach

A wide sandy beach overlooking Miyako Bay.

Miyako City

Coast

Hangan Inari Shrine

To commemorate the virtue of Yoshitsune, who left Mt. Kuromori and headed north after being holed up for three years and three months, a shrine was built on top of his buried armor. This is Hangan Inari Shrine, and Minamoto no Yoshitsune is the enshrined deity.

Miyako City

Coast

History / Culture Shrines / Temples