Iwate Prefecture
岩手県
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Strange Rocks and Beautiful Coastline: Iwate Prefecture is home to the Sanriku coastline, which offers strange rocks and spectacular views. The former Army No. 2 Foam Embankment in Kamaishi City and the Ayazato Fishing Port in Miyako City are especially well-known.
Hachimantai and Nature: Hachimantai is high in elevation, with beautiful mountains and hot springs. Visitors can enjoy refreshing coolness in summer and snowy scenery in winter.
Hanamaki Hot Springs and Historical Tourist Attractions: Hanamaki City is known for its hot springs and beautiful natural environment. There are also historical sightseeing spots such as Chuson-ji Temple, Morioka Castle, and the town of Shiwa.
Morioka's Local Cuisine: Morioka City has a rich variety of local cuisine, including wanko soba, Morioka cold noodles, and jaja noodles. Delicious dishes using local ingredients abound.
Chuson-ji Konjikido World Heritage Site: Chuson-ji Konjikido is registered as a World Heritage Site and attracts visitors with its beautiful gold leaf covered halls.
Mt. Iwate and Sightseeing Trains: Mt. Iwate towers over the prefecture and is surrounded by beautiful lakes and forests. Visitors can also enjoy sightseeing trains such as SL Ginga Toki and SL Ginga.
A course with a superb view! Bandai Azuma Skyline
絶景コース！磐梯吾妻スカイライン
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A course with a superb view! Bandai Azuma Skyline
(80km)
The Bandai-Azuma Skyline has been selected as one of the 100 best roads in Japan.
Starting from Fukushima Station, it is a 30 km climb to the top of the mountain. The course is a mountain course with an elevation gain of more than 1,600 meters, so it is recommended to challenge the course after you have gained a certain level of bicycle riding experience and physical fitness.
Tono Towa Bicycle Path
遠野東和自転車道
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Tono Towa Bicycle Path
(32km)
The general prefectural road Tono Towa Bicycle Route is a 32-km bicycle path running from Tono City to Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture.
It is commonly known as the "Tono Towa Bicycle Path.
North Orange Line
北部オレンジライン
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North Orange Line
(32km)
Rice planting begins in spring, buckwheat noodles in summer, and autumn leaves in fall.
Morioka-Yakin Bicycle Path
盛岡矢巾自転車道
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Morioka-Yakin Bicycle Path
(30km)
The Morioka-Yakin Bicycle Route is a 30km long large-scale bicycle path running from Morioka City to Yakin Town, Shiwa County.
Kitakami Hanamaki Onsen Bicycle Path
北上花巻温泉自転車道
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Kitakami Hanamaki Onsen Bicycle Path
(26km)
The general prefectural road Kitakami-Hanamaki Onsen Bicycle Path Line is a 26km bicycle path running from Kitakami City to Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture.
It is commonly known as the "Kitakami-Hanamaki Onsen Bicycle Path.
Mt. Iwate! Hill Climb Challenge Course
岩手山！ヒルクライムチャレンジコース
Mt. Iwate! Hill Climb Challenge Course
(23km)
The first half of the route has many curves, but there is little traffic and you can drive at your own pace through quiet mountain forests. The first half of the course has many curves, but there is little traffic and you can run at your own pace through the quiet mountain forests.
The first 7 km or so is an uphill section, but the section after that, "Ukaihana-daira," is a flat section with pastures and ranches.
From this point onward, Mt. Iwate can be seen clearly.
A 12.7km course around Ninohe to feel the history
歴史を感じる12.7km二戸周辺コース
A 12.7km course around Ninohe to feel the history
(13km)
Starting and finishing at Ninohe Station, the 12.7-km course is short and the elevation gain is 139 m, making it a good choice for beginners. There are many historical spots along the course and nearby, including the Ninohe Museum of History and Folklore and the Ninohe City Center for Archived Cultural Properties.
East Green Line
東部グリーンライン
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East Green Line
(11km)
Experience the changes of the four seasons with Lake Kinju glowing green beside you
Morioka City Walking Cycling
盛岡市内散策サイクリング
Morioka City Walking Cycling
(8km)
This historic land surrounded by rich nature is recommended for touring historical sites with a serene landscape as a backdrop.
Morioka City has published a cycling map of spots in the city. Morioka City, the hometown of Ishikawa Takuboku, is packed with sights, and you can enjoy cycling around the city without losing track of time.