One cherry tree in Kamibo

Iwate Prefecture Prefectural Forest

It was established as a place for prefectural residents to spread emotional connection through greenery. There are many types of wild birds and plants, making it an ideal place for nature observation, forest bathing, and recreation.You can also use the forest learning exhibition hall and wood craft center.

Mt. Iwate (Yakehashiri/Kamibo trailhead)

A mountain that represents Iwate Prefecture. To climb Mt. Iwate from the Nishine area of ​​Hachimantai City, you can go from the Yakehashiri or Kamibo trailhead. On the Yakehashiri climbing course, there is a large community of the alpine plant Dicentra, and many small pink flowers bloom on the treeless mountainside, pleasing the eyes of climbers. [Climbing period] From July 1st to the second Monday of October (Sports Day). When entering the mountain, please fill out the climber card.

Hachimantai City Museum

The Ashiro district of Hachimantai City has played an important role as a transportation hub to Akita and Tsugaru since ancient times, and has developed a unique culture. We will introduce the history and culture of the Ashiro area as well as learn about the activities of our ancestors who lived in the area. There are many interesting materials such as items related to the 15th Great Priest Kojun of Higashieizan Kan'eiji Temple Gokokuin who was from the former Ashiro Town, the ``Tayama Calendar'' which is a rare picture book even in Japan, old agricultural tools, lacquerware, Jomon relics, etc. On display.