More enjoyable trip to Hachimantai and Appi, Iwate Prefecture, Japan

Spring Morioka-Hachimantai 2 Nights 3 Days Travel Plan

Duration
2 Nights 3 Days
Transportation
drive
Season
Spring

-Cherry Blossoms and the Snow Corridor in Tohoku -

Introducing the Royal Plan. It covers popular cherry blossom viewing spots, scenic spots, hot springs, and great spots to eat.

START

DAY 1

Enjoy delicious food and beautiful cherry blossoms in Morioka!

On the first day of your trip, enjoy Morioka's delicious food and cherry blossoms.
The city offers a wide variety of excellent gourmet foods, including Iwate's famous "wanko soba," "Morioka cold noodles," and "jaja-men. After enjoying food, visitors can enjoy the beautiful scenery of cherry blossoms at Ishiwari Cherry Blossom and Morioka Castle Ruins Park (Iwate Park), which is only possible in spring.
Please enjoy a luxurious time surrounded by delicious food and gorgeous cherry blossoms and enjoy the charms of Morioka.

Wankosoba

Morioka

One of Morioka's three major noodles, the famous "wanko soba".

If you come to Iwate, why not try the famous "Wankosoba Challenge"?
Enjoy a unique dining experience as soba is poured into bowls one after another, challenging your limits!
How many cups can you eat?

Ishiwari Zakura

Morioka

360-year-old cherry tree growing on a huge granite rock

This 360-year-old old cherry tree grows straight up on a huge granite rock with a circumference of 21 meters.
In spring, beautiful cherry blossoms bloom, and many people visit this popular tourist attraction to catch a glimpse of its magnificent and solemn appearance.
This cherry tree, which combines the strength of nature with delicate beauty, is designated as a national natural monument.

Morioka Castle Ruins Park

Castle Ruins Park Area

Iwate Prefecture is proud to be associated with the famous poet Ishikawa Takuboku

This area is also associated with Ishikawa Takuboku, a famous poet who is the pride of Iwate Prefecture. Why don't you leave the hustle and bustle of the city and spend a relaxing time in the unique atmosphere surrounded by rich nature?

Cherry blossoms bloom in the spring, colorful roses bloom in the summer, and the brilliant autumn leaves enchant visitors in the fall.

In addition, nearby are the historic Iwate Bank building, the Nakatsu River running through the center of the city, a garden with beautiful cherry blossoms and roses, the Sakurayama Shrine, known as a "power spot" in Japan, and the Morioka Museum of History and Culture.

Hotels in Morioka City

Enjoy the special spring scenery.

From late April to early May, "Ishiwarizakura" and "Morioka Castle Ruins Park (Iwate Park)" will hold nighttime illumination, with the cherry blossoms shining in fantastic light.
Visitors can enjoy history and nature during the day and enjoy the beautifully illuminated scenery at night, a luxurious experience. There are many hotels with easy access to Morioka City, making it an ideal base for sightseeing.

DAY 2

Morioka to Hachimantai

The best season to visit the snow corridor in Hachimantai is from late April to mid-May! You can enjoy a spectacular drive surrounded by a powerful wall of snow.
In addition, the mysterious "Hachimantai Dragon Eye" appears from late May to early June, offering a fantastic view.
Enjoy the natural wilderness of Hachimantai to the fullest, whether it be relaxing in the natural hot springs or enjoying hiking and other activities!

Morioka Station

Morioka Station Front

Rent a car in front of Morioka Station and drive to Hachimantai!

Rent a car in front of Morioka Station and depart for Hachimantai!
If you take the expressway, you can reach the spectacular area surrounded by nature in about 45 minutes by car.
Enjoy a comfortable drive while enjoying the magnificent mountains and beautiful seasonal scenery!

Matsuo-Hachimantai Visitor Center

Hachimantai

Let's stop by Matsuo-Hachimantai Visitor Center.

Matsuo-Visitor Center 1 Chome-2-28 Kashiwadai, Hachimantai, Iwate 028-7303 Tel: 0195 78-3500

First, stop by the Matsuo-Hachimantai Visitor Center (Tourist Information Center) to check on Hachimantai's nature and tourist information.
Afterwards, purchase delicious food and drinks at the adjacent Matsuo-Hachimantai Product Center Asupite, and depart for the Hachimantai Aspite Line!
Enjoy a spectacular drive with spectacular views and enjoy the great nature of Hachimantai.

Hachimantai Aspite Line

Hachimantai

Take the Hachimantai Aspite Line to the summit!

Take the Hachimantai Aspite Line to the summit!
As you drive, the walls of snow corridors rising on both sides of the road gradually become higher and higher, creating a view that seems otherworldly.
A 30-minute drive will take you to the summit, where you will enjoy a powerful wall of snow and spectacular views!

Hachimantai Dragon Eye

Hachimantai Summit

Mysterious eyes of water and snow when melting snow

Arrive at the Hachimantai Summit Rest House! Rent boots here and walk on the snow to the summit. (It takes about 30 minutes to the summit on foot.)
From late May to early June, Kagami-numa (mirror swamp) along the way becomes "Hachimantai Dragon Eye" and offers a fantastic view.
You can also enjoy lunch at a mountain lodge or observatory and enjoy the luxury of being in the midst of vast nature!

Toshichi Onsen

Hachimantai Summit

Milky white hot spring at the highest elevation in Tohoku

Arrive at the Hachimantai Summit Rest House and return rental items.
Then head to Toshichi Onsen Hot Springs to enjoy the dynamic open-air baths surrounded by magnificent nature. (5 min. by car)
Here, you can enjoy a luxurious hot spring experience while feeling the breath of the wild and admiring the snowy landscape. Please spend a moment in the great outdoors and let your mind and body be healed!

Geocolor

Geothermal Dyeing Experience

The world's only geothermal dyeing experience

Descend the Hachimantai Jukai Line and take a break at "Alpenrose" in Matsukawa Onsen. Relax with a cup of aromatic coffee while enjoying the magnificent view of nature. (about 30 minutes by car)
Visitors can also experience "geothermal dyeing" using geothermal steam here. We recommend trying your hand at creating unique dyed goods that take advantage of the power of nature. (*Reservations required)

Saikaen

Strawberry picking

Enjoy strawberry picking!

At Saikaen, you can pick a wide variety of strawberries. Enjoy the luxury of picking sweet and juicy strawberries with your own hands and tasting them on the spot!

Hotels in Hachimantai City

Hachimantai

Overnight stay in Hachimantai

Stay overnight in Hachimantai and enjoy a moment of healing for both mind and body.
The area is dotted with various types of hot springs, including milky-white baths and open-air baths with a secluded atmosphere. Take time to relax and relieve your fatigue in the hot springs surrounded by nature and enjoy a luxurious hot spring experience unique to Hachimantai.

DAY 3

From Hachimantai to Morioka

Capture the beautiful scenery in your photos as you tour the sights of Hachimantai. You will be able to leave behind memories of nature's spectacular scenery and seasonal landscapes.
After a day of sightseeing, return to Morioka and indulge in delicious dishes such as the famous wanko soba, Morioka cold noodles, and jaja-men. To conclude your trip, enjoy Morioka's gourmet cuisine to the fullest!

Uwabo-bokuya Solitary Cherry Tree

Hachimantai

Commemorative photo with the single cherry tree in Jambo against the backdrop of majestic Mt.

Take a commemorative photo with the lone cherry tree in Jambo against the backdrop of majestic Mt.
The contrast between the beauty of a single cherry tree standing alone in a vast meadow and the majestic Mt. In spring, the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, adorning the landscape and enchanting visitors. Why not capture a special piece of your trip here as a memory of your trip?

Yakehashiri Lava Flow

Hachimantai

Rough and rugged beauty of nature's formations

Move on to Yadorikiri Lava Flow to experience the breathtaking volcanic landscape.
Iwate, this area, created by the eruption of Mt. Iwate, is like a different world of rugged lava land. As you walk along the promenade, feel the history of the volcano and the power of nature.

Around Morioka Station

Return your car in front of Morioka Station and enjoy Morioka's gourmet food!

After returning your rental car in front of Morioka Station, taste Morioka cold noodles, one of the three major noodles of Morioka. The noodles have a perfect balance of firmness and a refreshing soup that is addictive and delicious.
In addition, enjoy Iwate's proud brand of beef, Maesawa Beef and Iwate Shorthorn Wagyu Beef! Enjoy a luxurious dining experience by savoring meat full of flavor in yakiniku and steaks.

GOAL

Morioka and Hachimantai 2 Nights 3 Days - Spring

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