Morioka

In the Saien district, near the station, visitors can taste the local cuisine. Sandaimen is an iconic dish with three types of noodles.
Iwate Park houses the ruins of Morioka Castle. In April, the blossoming cherry trees make the site magnificent. The Sakurayama Shrine and an ancient cherry tree can also be found there.
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In the Saien district, near the station, visitors can taste the local cuisine. Sandaimen is an iconic dish with three types of noodles.
Iwate Park houses the ruins of Morioka Castle. In April, the blossoming cherry trees make the site magnificent. The Sakurayama Shrine and an ancient cherry tree can also be found there.
Walking along the Nakatsugawa River, one discovers beautiful old buildings. The Iwate Bank, built with red bricks in 1911, has become a museum.
The Iwate Art Museum exhibits works by local artists in a modern building. The Hara Kei Memorial showcases those of former Prime Minister Takashi Hara.
Morioka hosts many festivals. The Chagu Chagu Umakko celebrates horse breeding. The largest is the Sansa Odori Matsuri, with dances and music in the streets. A grand fireworks display also takes place.
In the Zaimokucho district, visitors can buy handicrafts. The Kitano Minzoku Ichiba market offers fresh fruits and vegetables. The Odori shops sell trendy accessories.
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