Former Ishii Prefectural Residence

Kiyoshi Goko

A businessman from Mizusawa Ward, Oshu City. He became president of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in 1942, but in the same year he was selected as a cabinet advisor to the Hideki Tojo cabinet, and became chairman the following year. After the war, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries was manufacturing wartime weapons, and Goko, as president at the time, was working hard to increase production, but he was forced to be detained as a suspected war criminal. After being released from prison, he was punished by being expelled from public office, but when the charges were cleared and the punishment was lifted, he returned to the business world. He held various positions in the industry and contributed to the postwar economic recovery.

Iwate Prefectural Public Hall

It was built in 1927 (Showa 2) to commemorate the marriage of Emperor Showa. At that time, the modern structure with its exterior decorated with brick attracted attention in Tohoku, and even in today's government district, which is lined with modern buildings, it still catches the eye.

Morioka City Children’s Science Museum

It was built in 1981 to help children deepen their knowledge and understanding of science while having fun. In addition to various exhibition rooms, laboratories, and workshops, there is also an 18m dome planetarium. Events such as night museums, science shows, and workshops are also held.