Iwate Prefecture (岩手県, Iwate-ken) is a prefecture of Japan located in the Tōhoku region of Honshu. [2] It is the second-largest Japanese prefecture (behind Hokkaido) at 15,275 square …

Mar 25, 2024 · World Heritage sites that capture the richness and sophisticated cultures of each era, the beauty of nature within the ancient land, high-quality and safe delicacies from the sea …

Discover the top things to do in Iwate, a former political seat of the Tohoku region. Marvel at World Heritage town Hiraizumi, particularly Chuson-ji. Visit Ryusendo’s bat-filled caves, family …

Jul 29, 2022 · The Iwate coastline faces the Pacific Ocean and is dotted by ports and restaurants offering a wealth of gourmet seafood dishes. This article will show you some must-visit …

From Morioka city, to the Sanriku coast, to Kitakami and everywhere in-between, plan your Iwate itinerary today.

Iwate (岩手県, Iwate-ken) is a large prefecture on the Pacific coast in the northern Tohoku Region. Its prefectural capital is Morioka. A former political and cultural center of the Tohoku region, …

Mar 3, 2025 · Iwate, ken (prefecture), northeastern Honshu, Japan, bordering the Pacific Ocean (east). The greater part of its area is mountainous—dominated by the central Kitakami …

Part of the Tohoku region, Iwate overlooks the Pacific Ocean via the Sanriku coastline and is buttressed by the Ou Mountains, home to some of Japan's best ski resorts and hot springs.

Iwate is indeed popular for being a great place for people wanting to experience "deep Japan", with towns and cities steeped in history, agriculture and scenery and is well known to some of …

Iwate Prefecture (岩手県 Iwate-ken) is in the northeastern Tohoku region of the main Japanese island Honshu.