A car-touring plan with stories of Tono and Hanamaki, Iwate

This is a plan to explore the area from Tono to Hanamaki in Iwate Prefecture, which was the stage for various folk tales, such as Kappa (mythical water dwelling creatures) and myths. Enjoy spending a nostalgic day surrounded by the rich nature of Tono and the kindness of Hanamaki, hometown to Kenji Miyazawa.

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Update 2023.08.07

DAY1

2018-06-05
- Kappabuchi
  
  09:30
- Tono City Museum
  
  10:30
- Tono Meat Center
  
  12:00
- Kenji Miyazama Fairy Tales Village
  
  14:00
- Kenji Miyazawa Iihatobu Center
  
  15:30

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DAY1

- Kappabuchi
  
  09:30
  
  45min
  
  This is a spiritual spot in the deep waters of the Kogawa river that flows through Jokenji in Tsuchibuchi. Enjoy the mysterious atmosphere where it's said one can still see the legendary Kappa creatures.
  
  Address
  
  A Day Out in Tono
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  - Kappabuchi
- Car
  
  9min
- Tono City Museum
  
  10:30
  
  60min
  
  Museum / Science Museum
  
  If you want to know more about the legend of Tono, then this is a place you must visit. Here, they have exhibitions and videos that help you discover the nature, lifestyle, and history of Tono in a simplified way.
  
  Address
  
  Iwate Pref. Tonoshi Higashidatechou 3-9
  
  Tono Overview
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  - Tono City Museum
  - Tono City Museum
- Car
  
  6min
- Tono Meat Center
  
  12:00
  
  60min
  
  Restaurant
  
  Of course, since you're in Tono, for lunch, you must have their popular "Genghis Khan"! In this cafeteria-style restaurant, running for more than 60 years, you can taste high quality meat sold directly from the source. Their high standards have kept fresh meat flowing to their customers for decades.
  
  Address
  
  Iwate Pref. Tonoshi Matsuzakichoushiraiwa 20-13-1
  - Tono Meat Center
- Car
  
  43min
- Kenji Miyazama Fairy Tales Village
  
  14:00
  
  60min
  
  In a facility built with high quality lighting and acoustics, you can experience the world perspective of Kenji Miyazawa. Even if you aren't a Kenji fan, you'll thoroughly enjoy the educational experience you have here.
  
  Address
  
  Step into the World of Kenji Miyazawa’s Fairy Tales
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  - Kenji Miyazama Fairy Tales Village
  - Kenji Miyazama Fairy Tales Village
  - Kenji Miyazama Fairy Tales Village
- Car
  
  3min
- Kenji Miyazawa Iihatobu Center
  
  15:30
  
  60min
  
  Memorial Hall
  
  Here, you'll find creations and materials from Kenji Miyazawa on display. We recommend you take a short break here, where you can even enjoy delicious cake and coffee in the cool cafe inside.
  
  Address
  
  Iwate Hanamaki-shi Takamatsu 1-1-1
  - Kenji Miyazawa Iihatobu Center
  - Kenji Miyazawa Iihatobu Center
- FINISH
  
  16:30