Morioka Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Iwate Prefecture, Japan
About Morioka
For a traveller, Morioka is perhaps not high on any itinerary and is best known as a major transport hub for Tohoku. From here, one can branch off on the Shinkansen towards Akita and some of the tourist towns on the Akita Shinkansen line. Morioka is an ancient city; it has been inhabited since prehistoric times. You're not likely to see much of its history, however, as it presents itself as much like any Japanese city of its size. The city government hasan official Japanese-only site for sightseeingwith integrated Google Translate. The local tourist association also has aJapanese-only guide sitewith integrated Google Translate.
Top Attractions in Morioka
Explore the best things to see and do in Morioka:
- ★Chagu Chagu Umakko
- ★Daijiji
- ★Former Nakamura Residence
- ★Fukazawa Kōko Nonoha Art Museum
- ★Funekko Nagashi
- ★Hachiman Shrine Festival
- ★Hara-kei Memorial Museum
- ★Hoonji
Where to Eat in Morioka
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Aeron Standard
- 🍴Morioka Jajamen
- 🍴Morioka Reimen
- 🍴Wankosoba
Where to Stay in Morioka
- 🏨Route Inn Morioka-ekimae
- 🏨Toyoko Inn Morioka-ekimae
Morioka Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: