Nanchang Mountain

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

At an altitude of 848m, it has been worshiped as a mountain where the dragon god lives in the mountains since ancient times, and you can still see the lion head dedicated to praying for rain on the mountaintop. In addition, the area is home to many types of flora and fauna, and is a place of relaxation where you can come into contact with nature such as the forest, and enjoy sightseeing centered around Nusakake Falls, as well as sports facilities such as mallet golf. It has been well maintained and is a popular hiking and picnic spot for families. Winter closed December to April

Location: 〒028-3623 Oaza Enyama, Yahaba-cho, Shiwa-gun, Iwate Prefecture
Inquiries: Yahaba Town Industrial Promotion Division
Phone number 019-697-2111
FAX number 019-697-3700
Website: http://www.town.yahaba.iwate.jp/

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Yanzan Dam

An earthen dam with a height of 23 meters that dammed the Iwasaki River, which was frequently causing floods and other water damage. The view of the town from the dam side is exceptional, and there is also a health road that goes around the dam. Nearby are the hot spring bathing facility ``Pastoral Baden'' and the indoor heated pool ``Nanchang Green Heights.''

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

Nature / Scenery

Row of cherry blossom trees in the former Enyama Nursery

The row of weeping cherry trees and cherry blossom trees (approximately 100 trees) at the entrance of the former Enyama Nursery in Yahaba Town is a sight to behold in a peaceful rural landscape.

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

Nature / Scenery

Denen Hall (Yahaba Town Cultural Center)

It was built in 1990 as the prefecture's first music hall. It has a seating capacity of 808 people, with four seats for the disabled, six seats for mothers and children, and headphones for the hard of hearing. It is used not only for music, but also for plays, ceremonies, etc.

Yahaba Town

Central Iwate

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