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Taro Kappa

Tono City

Southern Iwate

Sightseeing SpotsHistory / Culture

    Whenever I approached this shore to do laundry or work in the water, I would see a kappa of my color preference peeking out of the water and peering around my waist.

    residence/location
    74, Koukouji 3-chibari, Matsuzaki-cho, Tono, Iwate 028-0543
    Inquiries
    （Tono Tourist Association
    Tel: 0198-62-1333
    Fax: 0198-62-4244
    Website
    http://www.tonojikan.jp/Open in new tab
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    Café & Dining Bar Kurian

    Kurian is a small mountain Italian restaurant nestled in the great nature of Tono. We offer safe and reliable dishes using home-grown vegetables and herbs. This restaurant requires reservations, and can accommodate groups ranging from one person to 12 people.

    Tono City

    Southern Iwate
    Sightseeing SpotsHistory / Culture

    Jokenji Temple

    An old temple of the Soto sect, founded in 1490. The stream that flows behind the shrine grounds is called ``Kappabuchi,'' and there are stories that many kappa lived there and played pranks on people.

    Tono City

    Southern Iwate
    Sightseeing SpotsHistory / CultureShrines / Temples

    Kagura (Tono City)

    It has been passed down through the lineages of Shinto Kagura and Yamabushi Kagura. Shinjin-ha has a slow tempo and grace, while Yamabushi-ha has a fast and lively feel. Kagura is said to have originated from rituals to pray for the souls of gods, and its performance at festivals is a vestige of ancient beliefs.

    Tono City

    Southern Iwate
    Sightseeing SpotsHistory / Culture