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Shiraki Pass

Nishiwaga Town

Southern Iwate

History / CultureNature / Scenery

    Gobansho (checkpoints) were once located in Nishiwaga Town (formerly Yuda Town) and Yokote City, Akita Prefecture (formerly Yamauchi Village), and the approximately 6km old road between them was called the Shiraki Pass Road. It is also written in old books that Sadato Abe passed away during the post of Go Sannen, and there is a memorial tower for those who lost their lives due to snow damage during the feudal period. It is now a hiking course, and clusters of camellias and skunk cabbage can be seen around the promenade.

    Location
    Etchuhata, Shirakinoji, Nishiwaga-machi, Waga-gun, Iwate Prefecture
    Inquiries
    Nishiwaga Town Tourism and Commerce Division
    Phone number 0197-82-3290
    FAX number 0197-81-1061
    Website
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    Wagadake

    At an altitude of 1,440 meters, Mt. Wagadake retains valuable natural beauty such as primeval beech forests and clumps of alpine plants. Because the mountain is steep, there are few climbers, so it is full of freshness. The view is good, and on a clear day you can see the mountain range far into the distance. Just looking at the crystal clear water flowing from the headwaters of the Waga River will soothe your soul.

    Nishiwaga Town

    Southern Iwate
    Nature / Scenery

    Kinshuko Kawajiri General Park Iris Garden

    Every year from early to mid-July, approximately 120,000 colorful iris of 120 types bloom in the iris garden of Kinshuko Kawajiri General Park.

    Nishiwaga Town

    Southern Iwate
    Nature / Scenery

    Hekishoji Museum

    Located within the precincts of Hekishoji Temple, which has a history of 350 years, more than 10,000 items including ethnic materials are on display. Sawauchi is said to be a village founded by Matagi, and has its own customs and beliefs. The museum exhibits valuable items such as tools used during the snowy season, which can be said to be the fruit of the wisdom of people who have lived a strong life in the harsh environment. Matagi Storage, dugout canoe (nationally designated important tangible ethnic cultural property), Snow Country Living Tools Museum

    Nishiwaga Town

    Southern Iwate
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