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Iwate’s Fun Gorges (Travel): Flying Dumplings and Kotatsu Table Boat Ride
When we speak of Iwate Prefecture of Japan, people mainly envision food items from the area such as Wanko Soba noodles and Morioka Reimen cold noodles. Read More…
Fujisan Ryokan: Tohoku Region’s Namari Onsen with 600 Years of History
Namari Onsen is situated in the middle of the Ouu Mountains of Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture. It is a hot spring that has been named as one of the “New Japan top hundred hot springs.” Read More…
Heian Period Revived After 1000 Years: The Gokusui no En Event at Motsuji Temple
The Heian Period (794-1185) was an elegant period of aristocratic families. The aristocratic people adorned themselves in gorgeous and exquisite garb and enjoyed a Read More…
Wanko Soba: Food Culture of Iwate with a Dash of Entertainment
You might already know about soba, the buckwheat noodles of Japanese cuisine, but have you heard of wanko soba? Today, we’re going to introduce this wonderful way of Read More…
Nambu Ironware: A Traditional Craft for Delicious Japanese Tea
Have you ever heard of Nanbu ironware, one of the great craft traditions of Japan? You might have seen its tasteful design before, but the excellence of Nanbu ironware is Read More…
