Yakehashiri Lava Flow (Nationally Designated Special Natural Monument)

Hachimantai City

Central Iwate

Mt. Iwate has erupted about five times in its history, most recently in 1732, and was 3km long and 1.5km wide from the spout to the end. Black, hardened lava is piled up on the northeastern slope of Mt. Iwate, making it difficult for plants to grow in this area.

Location: 028-7113 Hirakasajinai, Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture (inside the national forest)
Inquiries: (One company) Hachimantai City Tourism Association
Phone number 0195-78-3500
FAX number 0195-78-3838
Website: http://www.hachimantai.or.jp/

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Chie Falls

An unexplored waterfall that can only be seen by those who are prepared to crawl over it. Only the roaring sound could be heard from far up the mountain, and the figure could not be seen until it descended the steep slope and landed on the riverbed. The abundance of water and the cool blast created by the approximately 15m drop will wipe away all your sweat. The footing is poor, so clothing and shoes suitable for hiking are required. Chie-no-taki is a 30-minute drive from Anabata Station on the JR Hanawa Line, then a 30-minute walk.

Hachimantai City

Central Iwate

Nature / Scenery

Ihatov Volcano Bureau

In addition to displaying real-time volcano information on Mt. Iwate, visitors can learn about the history of Mt. Iwate, the state of volcanoes around the world, the natural environment, and the use of geothermal resources through panels and dioramas.

Hachimantai City

Central Iwate

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