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Wanko Soba (Hanamaki)

The history of Wanko Soba in Hanamaki is as old as Hanamaki Castle, dating back over 400 years. Lord Toshinao, the 27th head of the Nanbu family, stopped by Hanamaki on his way to Edo, and to soothe him on his journey, he gave him some local specialty soba, and Toshinao was very impressed with the flavor. It is said that he was invited to the restaurant and was given a replacement many times. It is said that the name ``Wanko Soba'' came from the fact that the noodles were served in a bowl at that time. Hanamaki's Wanko Soba does not engage in provocative chants, carefully preserving the culture of hospitality given to the lords. The ``Wanko Soba All Japan Tournament'' is held on February 11th every year, where participants compete to see how many bowls of Wanko Soba they can eat within a limited time.

Kuzumaru River Stream

Upstream of the Kuzumaru River, which flows into the Kitakami River, there is a mountain stream that flows out of the mountainous area of ​​the Ou Mountains. The 6km long mountain stream is home to scenic spots such as Ichi-no-taki Falls and Mitsubura, and offers beautiful scenery throughout the year, making it perfect for bird watching, forest bathing, mountain stream fishing, and autumn foliage viewing. [Best time to see autumn leaves] Late October to early November

Glass experience workshop Mori no Kuni

A Western-style building surrounded by a forest of broadleaf trees and conifers. Inside the store, you can experience making things such as blown glass and tonbo beads (glass beads made from melted colored glass rods), as well as selling glass products made in the workshop on the spot.