Things to do in Iwate Page 3

• Age 1～Age 80
• 1 Day or more
• 14:00

We offer a glamping resort where you can enjoy the outdoors in luxury, taking advantage of the rich seasonal nature unique to Iwate and Appi Kogen. All of our permanent glamping tents are so spacious that you won't even feel like you're inside a tent. At night, you can relax and enjoy a higher-grade BBQ while enjoying the star-filled sky that you can almost touch with your hands, talking around the fire. Please enjoy the glamping stay plan that is only available during the green season. *Free admission for preschool children who do not require meals or bedding. *Pets are not allowed on this site. If you are traveling with a pet, please make a reservation on the pet site. *Please note: Meals are not included for children sleeping together.・During inclement weather, you will be staying at an Appi area hotel to ensure safety. (Hotel stay and 2 meals included) The room will be decided depending on the number of guests. However, we ask that you refrain from moving for your own convenience.・It is expected to get cold in the mornings and evenings. Please take measures against the cold.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 80
• 1 Day or more
• 14:00

We offer a glamping resort where you can enjoy the outdoors in luxury, taking advantage of the rich seasonal nature unique to Iwate and Appi Kogen. All of our permanent glamping tents are so spacious that you won't even feel like you're inside a tent. At night, you can relax and enjoy a higher-grade BBQ while enjoying the star-filled sky that you can almost touch with your hands, talking around the fire. Please enjoy the glamping stay plan that is only available during the green season. *This price is for adults (junior high school students and above) only. If you have children under junior high school age, please let us know when you apply, as we will re-inform you of the amount with the child rate applied. Preschool children who do not require meals or bedding are free of charge. *If you are traveling with a pet, please make a reservation on the pet site. *Please note: Meals are not included for children sleeping together.・During inclement weather, you will be staying at an Appi area hotel to ensure safety. (Hotel stay and 2 meals included) The room will be decided depending on the number of guests. However, we ask that you refrain from moving for your own convenience.・It is expected to get cold in the mornings and evenings. Please take measures against the cold.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 80
• 1 Day or more
• 14:00

We offer a glamping resort where you can enjoy the outdoors in luxury, taking advantage of the rich seasonal nature unique to Iwate and Appi Kogen. All of our permanent glamping tents are so spacious that you won't even feel like you're inside a tent. At night, you can relax and enjoy a higher-grade BBQ while enjoying the star-filled sky that you can almost touch with your hands, talking around the fire. Please enjoy the glamping stay plan that is only available during the green season. *This price is for adults (junior high school students and above) only. If you have children under junior high school age, please let us know when you apply, as we will re-inform you of the amount with the child rate applied. Preschool children who do not require meals or bedding are free of charge. *If you are traveling with a pet, please make a reservation on the pet site. *Please note: Meals are not included for children sleeping together.・During inclement weather, you will be staying at an Appi area hotel to ensure safety. (Hotel stay and 2 meals included) The room will be decided depending on the number of guests. However, we ask that you refrain from moving for your own convenience.・It is expected to get cold in the mornings and evenings. Please take measures against the cold.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 5～
• 2～3 hours
• 07:40

Rise and shine with luxurious 'me time'! Tour Highlights: ✔ Extra special morning on the beautiful Jodogahama beach ✔ Enjoy tasty local cuisine, fresh vegetables salad and seafood BBQ ✔ Exclusive private space, just for you Treat yourself to an extra special morning on the beautiful Jodogahama beach.Tuck in to tasty local cuisine, featuring salads made from fresh vegetables, or perhaps even a seafood BBQ! We will set-up an exclusive private space, just for you, where breakfast will be served with a side of breathtaking natural scenery and clean, fresh air. Breakfast menu produced by culinary genius and head chef of Jodogahama Park Hotel. Start your day with a precious moment of luxury! * Program may be canceled due to rain / unfavourable weather conditions. == 15,000 JPY per pax Duration: 2 hours Start time: 7: 40-9: 30 Canceled in stormy weather, implemented in park hotel in rainy weather Available only on Sundays from May 17 to September 27, 2020 * Except August 9 and August 16

• For Groups

• Age 5～
• 1～2 hours
• 05:00

Watch the sun rise to the hypnotic beat of the Taiko Tour Highlights: ✔ Experience a moment of your own spiritual paradise ✔ Watch the sunrise over the quiet beach 'Jodogahama' – Paradise Beach. In the 1700s, a Buddhist priest known as Reikyo was so moved by the natural beauty of this place that he named it after'Jodo ', the ultimate paradise of Pure Land Buddhism. Experience a moment of your own spiritual paradise that you'll never experience anywhere else, as you watch the sunrise over the quiet beach, accompanied by dramatic echos of local Taiko drumming performers 'Abare-Taiko'. After a captivating performance, enjoy a bowl of warm soup or a light meal as you take-in early morning views of the picturesque bay. * Program may be canceled due to rain / unfavourable weather conditions. == 99,000 JPY per group (Bookings limited to one group, maximum of 10 persons) Duration: 1.5 hours Start time: Will vary with season Available only on Sundays from April 1 to April 30 and September 1 to October 31. The listed time schedule is for April and October.In the case of September, each is advanced by 15 minutes.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～
• 2～3 hours
• 13:00 / 19:00

Give in to the powerful rhythm of a small town Tour Highlights: ✔ Deepen your knowledge of the Japanese mind ✔ Meet Miyako City's major drumming team'Yamaguchi Daiko Group ' ✔ Join in the practice and be treated to an exciting performance Feel the powerful spirit of this small town reverberate from Taiko drums! The moment the rhythmic beat of the Taiko drum echos in your chest, you've captured a glimpse into the spirit of the Japanese people. Deepen your knowledge of the Japanese mind and culture through the performance and direction of Miyako City's major drumming team, 'Yamaguchi Daiko Group' at their practice session! Join in the practice and be treated to an exciting performance by the group from the best seats in the house! 19:00 Meet at Kuromori Fureaikan 19:10 Brief introduction, start a experience 19:20 Practice drums and have a lecture on how to beat the drums. 20:20 Watch the powerful performance of Yamaguchi Daiko in front of you. 21:00 End of tour, local dissolution == 3,300 JPY per pax Start time: Varies with day Tues / Thurs: 19: 00 ~ 21: 00 Sun: Between 13: 00-17: 00

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 80
• 1 Day or more
• 14:00

We offer a glamping resort where you can enjoy the outdoors in luxury, taking advantage of the rich seasonal nature unique to Iwate and Appi Kogen. All of our permanent glamping tents are so spacious that you won't even feel like you're inside a tent. At night, you can relax and enjoy a higher-grade BBQ while enjoying the star-filled sky that you can almost touch with your hands, talking around the fire. Please enjoy the glamping stay plan that is only available during the green season. *This price is for adults (junior high school students and above) only. If you have children under junior high school age, please let us know when you apply, as we will re-inform you of the amount with the child rate applied. Preschool children who do not require meals or bedding are free of charge. *If you are traveling with a pet, please make a reservation on the pet site. *Please note: Meals are not included for children sleeping together.・During inclement weather, you will be staying at an Appi area hotel to ensure safety. (Hotel stay and 2 meals included) The room will be decided depending on the number of guests. However, we ask that you refrain from moving for your own convenience.・It is expected to get cold in the mornings and evenings. Please take measures against the cold.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 5～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00

Please enjoy the day kayaking in Lake Tazawa of adventure Tappuri! Lunch time is the middle landing! Please enjoy the CLUBMAN special lunch. Peace of mind also the first one! And touring while learning such as basic paddle operation and safety. Barbecue dinner if able to stay in the direct management of the lodge enjoy ♪♪♪

• Pickup Service

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

Why do not you run the course together for a while longer? It is a little uneasy by one person, I want to give a child, I recommend this plan at such time. San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from first time lady. Please feel free to run the course first.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

It is a little uneasy by one person, I want to raise children, we recommend a two-seater plan at such time. First of all, as a trial, why do not you run the course together with two people? San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from first time lady. Please feel free to run the course first.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

As you can make 10 laps 5 times, please run as hard as I do not have a surprise! It is okay to race from the first time, even if you confirm the course, the way you run depends on the customer. In addition, it may be good to remember your course and run exhilaratingly. San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from first time lady. Please make a lot of unforgettable memories at the race!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

As we can make 10 laps four times, how to run is up to you. You may check the course at the first time, race with friends from the second time, or remember your course and try running exhilaratingly. San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from first time lady. Please make a lot of unforgettable memories at the race!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

I want to run even more! I can not stop till I win my friend! What? Who is this plan? I can make 10 laps three times so I checked the course the first time. From the second time onwards you may try racing with friends, or learning your own course and running exhilaratingly. San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from first time lady. We are waiting for everyone's participation.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

I'm a little disgusted when I got used to it, I want to run more! Who is this plan? I can make 10 laps twice so I checked the course the first time. It may be good to run exhilarating for the second time. San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from first time lady. We are waiting for everyone's participation.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

If you would like to run the course casually, but if you are a bit ineffective for 5 laps this plan! Because there are ten laps, maybe you may try speeding up every time you get used to it? In addition, San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from the first women.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

The main vehicle bilire N35x is a 4-stroke OHC, a 210 cc car and it's easy to ride over the traditional concept without peaking. The pk-4 strike is a machine with the same engine as the N35x and it is very time-consuming. San Marino can enjoy carts easily even for kids from first time lady. Why do not you run the course easily and casually?

• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 19:30

Purify your body and mind at one of Japan's most unique festivals! Tour Highlights: ✔ At Hotel Musashibo in Hiraizumi, only overnight guests have this opportunity ✔ Experience a special nighttime activity ✔ You can make a wish as they create their own unique paper lantern At Hotel Musashibo in Hiraizumi, overnight guests have the opportunity to experience a special nighttime activity inspired by the spiritual philosophy of the town – the universal desire for 'peace' and 'equality'. In the evening, guests can make a wish as they create their own unique paper lantern decorated with traditional characters for 'peace', 'equality' or whatever design they choose! The lanterns will be displayed at the front entrance to the hotel, sending forth a message of peace to the world. == Adults: 3,000 JPY per pax (tax incl.) Children: 1,000 JPY per pax (tax incl.)

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 13:00

Purify your body and mind at one of Japan's most unique festivals! Tour Highlights: ✔ Discover the true meaning of a peaceful mind ✔ Pray for a good harvest as well as good health fortune ✔ Experience highly unique ritual of Motsu-ji Temple Every year on January 20th in the World Heritage town of Hiraizumi, men and women of'unlucky age 'for that year come together to participate in a highly unique ritual! Carrying flaming torches, they parade through the frozen winter streets to the Shrine inside the grounds of Motsu-ji Temple, bringing with them offerings of vegetables to pray for a good harvest as well as good health fortune for the coming year.You, too, have the chance to join in this unique festival! After participating in the parade with the locals, join a special after-festival meal called 'Norai' and learn more about the local culture and history of Hiraizumi as you eat, drink and chat with the local people! Through your festival experience, discover the true meaning of 'Heiwa- shiso '– a peaceful mind – in one of the spiritual centers of Pure Land Buddhism. == Closed on Tuesdays Adults: 50,000 JPY per pax ＊ Children: Free

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 5～
• 1～2 hours
• 08:00

Discover the 'real' mochi-an ancient cuisine recognized by UNESCO! Tour Highlights: ✔ Enjoy a taste (literally) of ancient 'mochi' food culture! ✔ Learn more about the local mochi cuisine from a 'Mochi Meister' ✔ Try pounding some with a mini-mochi-making pestle and hammer Japanese cuisine has been recognized as an UNESCO World Heritage Intangible Cultural Asset, including Ichinoseki City's local food culture of 'mochi' (rice-cake) .This fun experience prgram allows you to enjoy a taste (literally) of this ancient food culture! At 'Hiraizumi Club', a 150 year old farmhouse, learn more about the local mochi cuisine from a 'Mochi Meister', before trying your hand at pounding some with a mini-mochi-making pestle and hammer. Once it's ready, enjoy comparing different toppings – from traditional Japanese flavors to some more familiar to the palette of international guests! For a different texture altogether, you'll also try frying some dried mochi and watching as it swells and grows into chewy deliciousness over the grill. Enjoy with a few extra side dishes of local cuisine for a fun, interactive and tasty breakfast! == Closed on Tuesdays Adults: 5,000 JPY (tax incl.) Children: 2,500 JPY (tax incl.)

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 07:00

Ride through rice-fields and reward yourself with a hearty local lunch! Tour Highlights: ✔ Discover the best scenic spots on a local cycling tour! ✔ Enjoy a simple cooking lesson ✔ Learn cooking of'Hatto-jiru '(dumpling soup), a local delicacy ✔ Stroll to the historical Towada Shrine and offer a prayer The rice fertile soil of the Kitakami River catchent area has long supported the prosperity of World Heritage town, Hiraizumi.The fresh produce and rice that are born from this soil have played an integral role in the town's history.Discover the best scenic spots to appreciate this picturesque countryside on a local cycling tour! Riding through the atmospheric morning mist, you will truly feel the history and essence of the town.After working up an appetite, you'll also enjoy a simple cooking lesson and re-fuel with a bowl of your own handmade 'Hatto-jiru' (dumpling soup), a local delicacy. Bicycles can be returned to the rental-cycle return spot in front of the station. == 3,300 JPY

• For Groups

• Age 20～
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00

Discover the tastes of a tiny town in its tiny bars! Tour Highlights: ✔ Visit bars usually full of lively local regulars with guide ✔ Eat, drink and be merry with the bar owners and local customers Welcome to the tiny, retro izakayas and bars of Miyako City, yet to be discovered by tourists! These bars are usually full of lively local regulars, so it might be a little intimidating to enter on your own the first time…! On this tour , you'll have an English-speaking local guide to lead the way.Eat, drink and be merry with the bar owners and local customers, with your guide there to help overcome any language barriers.You'll visit two local drinking holes and enjoy some local grub and a glass of your favorite drop at each.Discover new tasty favorites as you master how to eat and drink like a true Japanese local! 18:00 Meet with your guide at Miyako Station (marked with red crab cap) 18:10 After a brief introduction, start a hopping tour and go to the first store 18:20 Arrive at the first store & eat and drink 18:50 Move to the second store 19:00 Arrival at the second store & eating and drinking 19:30 End of hopping tour, local dissolution

• For Rainy Days

• Age 5～Age 90
• 1 Day or more
• 12:30

Tour Highlights: ✔ Start your day by refreshing your mind and body with morning meditation and yoga ✔ Take in views of the spectacular sunrise over the pacific ocean ✔ Replenish with a healthy smoothie made from local fruit and veggies Refresh your mind and body while enjoying a spectacular Pacific sunrise! What better way to start your day than to refresh your mind and body as you take in views of the Pacific sunrise? Join a relaxing meditation and yoga class in front of ocean view windows, before replenishing with a healthy breakfast smoothie. Top the experience off with a dip in the hotel hot-spring baths before tucking in to a tasty breakfast!

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups