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Iwate Prefecture

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Iwate Prefecture Travel Guide

Iwate Prefecture is a state/province in Japan. Home to cities such as Morioka, Hanamaki, and Ichinoseki, there's no shortage of things to do and see here.
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Experience Iwate Prefecture

What to Do

Looking for things to do in Iwate Prefecture? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Appi Kogen

Appi Kogen

4.3
4.5/540 Reviews
"Mountains"
Chūson-ji Temple

Chūson-ji Temple

3.7
4.5/550 Reviews
"Temples"
Appi Kogen Ski Resort

Appi Kogen Ski Resort

3.6
5.0/52 Reviews
"Outdoor Skiing"
Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building

Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building

3.5
4.9/57 Reviews
"Museums"
"Historical Sites"
Morioka Castle Ruins

Morioka Castle Ruins

3.5
4.4/526 Reviews
"City Parks"
"Castles"
Koiwai Farm

Koiwai Farm

3.5
4.5/539 Reviews
"Grasslands"
"Farms"
Ryūsendō Cave

Ryūsendō Cave

3.5
4.5/531 Reviews
"Caves"
Geibikei

Geibikei

3.4
4.3/54 Reviews
"Lakes"
"Canyons"
Motsuji Temple

Motsuji Temple

3.3
4.5/539 Reviews
"UNESCO World Heritage - Cultural Sites"
"Temples"
Michi no Eki Takata Matsubara

Michi no Eki Takata Matsubara

3.3
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Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Iwate Prefecture, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Jr-East Hotel Mets Kitakami
Greenpia Sanriku Miyako
Mizusawa Grand Hotel

Mizusawa Grand Hotel

3.0/53 Reviews
Hotel Route-Inn Yahaba

Hotel Route-Inn Yahaba

4.2/525 Reviews
Atto Business Hotel Ichinoseki

Atto Business Hotel Ichinoseki

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Ofunato Plaza Hotel

Ofunato Plaza Hotel

4.4/526 Reviews
Kusano Hotel

Kusano Hotel

4.0/51 Reviews
Hotel Route-Inn Miyako

Hotel Route-Inn Miyako

3.9/519 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Iwate Prefecture dishes and foodie spots.
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nihonryourimukaitsuru

nihonryourimukaitsuru

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"Japanese"
Pyonpyonsya, Morioka Ekimae

Pyonpyonsya, Morioka Ekimae

4.0/52 Reviews
Avg. AUD31/person
"Fast Food"
Jobanni

Jobanni

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Monfurebu

Monfurebu

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Pairon(Originator of Morioka Jajamen)

Pairon(Originator of Morioka Jajamen)

4.5/54 Reviews
Avg. AUD12/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Filo

Filo

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"Western-style"
Seirokaku

Seirokaku

4.0/53 Reviews
Avg. AUD12/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Juen

Juen

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Korakuen Moriokatsushidaten

Korakuen Moriokatsushidaten

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Ajito Kitakamiten

Ajito Kitakamiten

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Avg. AUD31/person
"Western-style"
Wakana

Wakana

3.7/57 Reviews
Avg. AUD2/person
"Japanese"
Fukudapan

Fukudapan

4.0/53 Reviews
Avg. AUD12/person
"Bakery"

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