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A trip to experience the craftsmanship of Hanamaki

Visit the largest wooden Bishamonten statue in Japan, built 1200 years ago, as well as Narushima washi paper and dai-yaki pottery workshops, and experience the craftsmanship of Tohoku and Hanamaki. As a cafe and rest spot, Saryo Kadan allows you to experience modern Japanese and Western architecture and enjoy a special time spent on the veranda.

Depart from Shin-Hanamaki Station

On foot Approximately 5 minutes

Wall-hanging Hanamaki Umbrella Making Experience at Takita Kogei

The Hanamaki umbrella is a traditional Japanese umbrella that has been passed down in Hanamaki for over 200 years. The only craftsman in Hanamaki who continues to preserve the tradition will give a gentle lecture on how to make a wall-hanging umbrella in his workshop.
As an option, you can also choose a wall umbrella unique to Hanamaki, made from Narushima washi paper that has been specially dyed by a local dye shop.
You can also paint it, so it makes a great souvenir or gift.

Duration: About 1 hour

On foot Approximately 15 minutes

Mikumano Shrine/Bishamon-do

It is said that Mikumano Shrine was built by Shogun Sakanoue no Tamuramaro, who invited the three gods of Kumano to be enshrined there. There is also an anecdote that Minamoto no Yoshiie offered his kabura arrows here to pray for victory in battle.
It is one of the few buildings in Iwate prefecture that boasts an architectural style dating back to the Middle Ages, and has been designated a prefectural cultural asset.

Every May, the Bishamon Festival and National Crying Sumo Tournament is held at Mikumano Shrine, a unique Shinto ritual that has been passed down since ancient times to pray for the growth of children.

On foot Approximately 20 minutes

Lumbi Museum

This art museum mainly exhibits artworks created by people with disabilities.
The first floor houses a gallery, a shop selling original goods, and a cafe renowned for its carefully prepared menu, while the second floor is an atelier.

On foot Approximately 10 minutes

Taiyaki Workshop

Located near the long-established hot spring resort of Hanamaki, Dai Onsen, the pottery manufacturer Daiyaki was founded 126 years ago. They produce pottery with a light green hue called "sugar celadon glaze."
Pottery experience is also available. Please make a reservation in advance by phone.