Sightseeing Spots

Ishiwarizakura

In front of the Morioka District Court, Edohigan cherry blossoms are growing out of a huge granite rock with a circumference of 21 meters. This cherry tree, which has a root circumference of 4.3 meters and a height of 10 meters and is said to be over 360 years old, blooms beautifully from mid-April every year. The cherry blossoms are beautiful during the day when the spring sun shines through them, but the cherry blossoms at night are also very atmospheric. It was designated as a national natural monument in 1923. [Best time to see cherry blossoms] Mid-April to late April

Ninohe Park Hotel

Takamatsu Park (Takamatsu Pond)

Takamatsu-no-ike Pond is a dike that was built in the 1660s for flood control in Morioka. There were four such levees called "Ueda no Tsutsumi," one of which is now Takamatsu no Ike. It is also a place of recreation and relaxation for citizens in all four seasons, with boating in summer, autumn foliage in fall, and swans in winter. Rose Garden] More than 40 varieties of roses are planted in the rose garden, which is usually at its best around mid-June every year. Admission is free. No time limit. Button Garden】 More than 200 buttons and peonies are planted, and the best time to see them is from mid to late May. Free admission. No time limit.

Kurita Recreation Center “Benten no Yu” (day trip bathing facility)

Funakubo Cave

This is Yokoana limestone cave, which is designated as a historic site by the prefecture. Inside the cave, there is a hall of about 50 square meters, and there are remains of Jomon period dwellings, including beautiful stalactites, earthenware, and stone tools.

Shirahana Rhododendron

An inn located within the scenic Kitayamazaki park.

Hatakeyama Ryokan

There is a large parking lot, so long-term guests and bus drivers can stay with peace of mind.

Marios Observatory

The top floor (20th floor) of Malios, which opened in November 1997 in the west exit area of JR Morioka Station, has an observation deck that offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Morioka in all four seasons. All Malios buildings are closed on New Year's Day, but only the observation deck on the 20th floor will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Please enjoy the first sunrise of the year. For details, please visit *Opening hours are also extended on the days of " Morioka Fireworks Festival" and "Boat Floating" in August.

Hotel Kuroishi Onsen

Enmanji Kannondo

Tamuramaro Sakanoue, the same as Kiyomizu-dera, built Toi at the time of the peace era, the second temple of Ou 33 Kannon Fudaraku. The Bato Kanzeon here has been passed down as a ninja piece, and there is this monument. It is also located on a hill, making it a popular viewing spot.

Osawa Onsen Ryokan

Sakurayama Shrine

It was founded in 1749. The shrine building is located on the site of the Sannomaru ruins of Morioka Castle, and was worshiped as the guardian deity of the Nanbu domain. In 1926, a sword made by Kuninaga in the early Nanbokucho period was donated to Sakurayama Shrine by Nanbu Rijun, and is designated as an important cultural property of the country. The annual festival is held from May 25th to 27th, and includes a parade of warriors and offerings of traditional performing arts.