Top Things to do in Towada
10 Things to Do in Towada That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Towada, Japan including Oirase Mountain Stream, Towada Art Center, Choshi Otaki Waterfall, Tsutanonana Swamp, Towada Shrine, Kumoi no Taki Waterfall, Ishigedo Kyukeijo, Kankodai, Statue of Maidens, Kudan no Taki Waterfall.
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1. Oirase Mountain Stream
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 770 reviews
Reviewed By Anthony S - Brisbane, Australia
I loved this walk, even in heavy rain with mud and water underfoot. It had been raining for a couple of days so the track was very wet and muddy and the stream was flowing strongly. There is not a lot of colour in the trees as yet, but higher up they have all changed so in another ten days or so the stream environs will be at their best.
The track is well marked, right beside the road but don't let that detract from it. There are many entry and exit points adjacent to the road and therefore the bus stops, but the buses are an hour or so apart.
Due to the rain I only walked the upper last two stops but it was a great walk. Great views of wate and tres along the way. Easy walking. There are plenty of written guides to the walk so select a section that is within your time availability. Walking time is quicker than the printed guides say.
Restrooms are well spaced every hour and a half apart.
2. Towada Art Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By CathCPerth - Yokohama, Japan
Towada City's main attraction has to be its art centre. The street leading to the art centre is lined with amazing large scale public artworks that are striking and unique providing plenty of photo opportunities! A lifesized fat house and garage and car, a super sized ghost, and dotty pumpkins and people by Yayoi Kusama are just some of the works you will see on the street. Immediately outside the art centre building is a colourful and large flower covered horse and a giant red ant! The gallery has a permanent collection of equally creative and impressive works that lead you up and around the floors. Even the entrance floor and the staircase have been painted by commissioned artists. I was really impressed to see a giant hyper- realism sculptural work by Australian based artist Ron Mueck. My only disappointment is that photos of the works inside the gallery are not permitted. I was however allowed to take a photo of the floor art in the entrance. In total there are 22artworks by 21 artists from around the world that were especially commissioned for this gallery.
The Art Centre building is very contemporary in design and has a large mural on the outside by a famous Japanese artist. There is a cafe and small gift shop which area also has its own floor art which is very appealing.
We drove there however if you do not have a car, you can visit the gallery from Hachinohe station by taking a JR bus which takes 40 minutes.
A great gallery that makes art fun and interactive. Worth a visit if you are in Hachinohe or Towada area.
3. Choshi Otaki Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4 based on 162 reviews
Reviewed By Louichan - Tokyo
One of the biggest and best of many waterfall along the Oirsase Stream. We hiked there from Nenokuchi (by the lake). It was enough for the kids. Lovely spot!
4. Tsutanonana Swamp
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By YTCHENG - Hong Kong, China
The walking trail started from Ivy hot Springs and was off the main Oirase Stream route. It was a nice walking trek, slightly uphill and surrounded by high trees. Occasionally, you could find nice ponds alongside the trail. Tsutanana Pond should be the best of the five ponds in this area. It would be more impressive during mid-day when the shadow of mountain reflected onto the pond's surface. On the way, you could find many photo-taking selecting their spots for taking scenic pictures of the ponds. Highly recommended.
5. Towada Shrine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By CathCPerth - Yokohama, Japan
If you find yourself at Lake Towada then you must visit this lovely temple. We stumbled upon it by accident whilst looking for the Two maidens statue. There is a stone tori gate marking its entrance from the road area. Two fierce lion dog statues greet you before you follow a cedar tree lined path that opens up into a clearing where there is another stone gate, a purification Fountain with dragon spout and a set of stairs leading up to the main temple building. The main building is wooden with beautiful ornate carvings. There are several smaller shrine buildings to the right of the temple. The wooden wishing boards are hanging between two cedar trees. There are several pathways ascending uphill through the trees that looked mysteriously inviting but unfortunately we didn't have enough time to explore where they led.The whole area is lush, cool and green- very tranquil! On the ground level before you walk up the steps to reach the main temple building you will see a pile of old metal urns etc just lying in a pile in between ferns and cedar trees- ornate metal fish and spires in the collection, leaving you to wonder where they once stood before they became ruins.
Once you have finished walking around the temple grounds, you can take a path that leads off towards the lake to the two Maidens statue.
The temple is close to a road and car park where adjacent to various souvenir shops and restaurants. You can park right next to the temple entrance if you arrive by car.
6. Kumoi no Taki Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By nenf - Normal, Illinois
Have to look closely for this waterfall as the traffic is not allowed to stop and the roads are narrow. Best to park car then walk to the site.
7. Ishigedo Kyukeijo
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By SLynnS01 - Plantation, Florida
We stopped here to learn about the area. There is plenty of information as well as a mock-up if the gorge that when you press buttons you can see where certain things (camping, toilets, etc.) are located along the way.
8. Kankodai
9. Statue of Maidens
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By YTCHENG - Hong Kong, China
The Statue of Maidens is particularly impressive in autumn with different colored background at the back. Crowds of visitors come here and take a few photos prior to leaving to other spots on their trip. The statue is by the side of Towada Lake and is easily accessible by following the road sign. Highly recommended.
10. Kudan no Taki Waterfall
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
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