Top Things to do in Morioka
The 10 Best Things to do in Morioka, Tohoku
Discover the best top things to do in Morioka, Japan including Hoonji Temple, Iwate Park (Koen), Morioka Hachimangu, Iwate Museum of Art, Morioka Handi-Works Square, Rock-breaking Cherry Tree, Sakurayama Shrine, Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building, Malios Observation Room, Morioka Sansa Odori Festival.
Restaurants in Morioka
1. Hoonji Temple
2. Iwate Park (Koen)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By WarnerL_12 - Pasadena, United States
This park is medium in size but a very nice place for relaxation though not the standard Japanese Garden type park.
3. Morioka Hachimangu
4. Iwate Museum of Art
5. Morioka Handi-Works Square
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 96 reviews
6. Rock-breaking Cherry Tree
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 261 reviews
Reviewed By hfot2 - Vermont, United States
We had wanted to see Ishiwarizakura for several years, and it was in full bloom the day we finally decided to visit. The tree is much beloved by the people of Morioka and it certainly is a wonder pushing its way out from the cleft in the gigantic boulder. We took the train from Sendai and then the bus from the station. A one day ¥300 bus pass proved to be a good idea for seeing other sites in the city as well. Loads of people crowded around the tree to take photos. Local folks were acting as guides to those who wanted one, which is all well and good though I don’t know why one needs a guide for a tree; the problem was they stationed themselves in position in front of the tree at some of the best locations for photographing the tree and they didn’t move for maybe 10 minutes. Because of the location of the tree and the rather unfortunate buildings surrounding it, it’s not that easy to photograph without some ugly borrowed scenery in your shot. It was very touching seeing middle-aged and elderly folks holding photos of lost loved ones facing the tree. This sort of thing always makes me sad and happy at the same time.
7. Sakurayama Shrine
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By WarnerL_12 - Pasadena, United States
I stopped to take a look/see and liked the simplicity of this shine which was having some work done on the entrance stairs; needed to enter from side; still ok.
8. Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By Stanleymak7777 - Singapore, Singapore
In my opinion, this is a must-visit building in Morioka. It is iconic for Morioka. Without visiting this building, you will regret. We walked a long way from Iwate Park to visit this building. There is a very interesting shopping street close to this building. It is great for lunch.
9. Malios Observation Room
10. Morioka Sansa Odori Festival
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 30 reviews
Morioka Sansa Odori Festival, held early in August each year, holds the world record for the largest Taiko drumming festival with over 10,000 drummers and dancers parading through the city. The sound of that many big drums booming is awesome and quite literally takes your breath away, but when combined with the warbling of thousands of flutes and the vibrant colours of the dancer's costumes makes for an unforgettable experience.
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