Kotaro Takamura Memorial Museum

Enjoji Gate

This gate was originally made from the materials used for the main gate of Waga Futago Castle. Around 1614, the then lord of Hanamaki Castle, Nanbu Hikokuro Masanao, was working on constructing Hanamaki Castle, and he salvaged the materials and used the Sannomaru Karame handiwork. It was relocated to Enjoji-zaka, where it was originally located, and is called Enjoji-mon. It has been designated as a cultural property by the city.

Mishōji Temple

A temple where Kenji Miyazawa's grave is located. The main hall is located near Gindoro Park and is located at the top of a narrow stone staircase. Kenji's funeral was held at Anjo-ji Temple (Otani sect of Jodo Shinshu sect), but it is said that he was later reinterred at Mishō-ji Temple. The tombstone is located at the back of the main hall, and it is said that fresh flowers will never run out. In spring, the weeping cherry blossoms on the grounds are spectacular.

Kasuga style Hachiman deer dance

You can see it at the Yahata Shrine annual festival and Kochi Kumano Shrine annual festival. This deer dance, which prays for peace in the world, the fulfillment of five crops, and happiness for all people, was transmitted from Towa Town (formerly Ochiai Village). It is considered to be the northern limit of Taiko-style deer dance. There are a wide variety of events, including the first garden, scarecrow dance, robami dance, and gun dance.