Akiko Ema’s poetry monument

Hachimantai City

Central Iwate

Akiko Ema, famous for writing the lyrics for ``Summer Memories'' and ``Hana no Machi,'' lived in Hiratate Village (currently Hiratate District, Hachimantai City) when she was a child, and had a great influence on her own works. As a result of this, monuments of poetry have been erected throughout the town. Location: Hiratate Community Center, Poetry Garden (in front of the city library), Yakehashiri Campsite

Location: Hachimantai City, Iwate Prefecture 028-7100
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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