Iwanai-cho

Iwanai is a town located in Shiribeshi Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. As of September 2016, the town has an estimated population of 13,210. The total area is 70.64 km². Wikipedia.
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Kida Kinjiro Museum of Art

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(Translated by Google) The coronavirus countermeasures are also perfect. The paintings on display are powerful. The view of Iwanai Port and the green mountains from the rooftop is wonderful. (Original) コロナ対策もばっちり。展示されている絵は力強さがあります。屋上からみる岩内港と緑の山々の眺望は素晴らしいです。
きゅうまる — Google review
(Translated by Google) He is a painter from Iwanai. The Kida Kinjiro Art Museum opened here in Iwanai Town in 1994. It is said that this building was opened as a result of a desire to have as many people as possible know about his works and life. Kinjiro Kida continued to depict the nature of Iwanai throughout his life. It's not just a place where people can see your drawings, it's also a place for various kinds of communication with surrounding facilities and local residents. General admission fee is 600 yen. (Original) 岩内出身の画家である。１９９４年(平成６年)にここ岩内町に木田金次郎美術館が開館している。 この建物は、その作品や、人生をたくさんの人に知って貰いたいと言う、想いが集まって開館したとある。木田金次郎は、生涯、岩内の自然を描き続けていた。単に描いた絵を見て貰うだけでなく、周辺の施設や、地域の住民との、様々なコミュニケーションのの場でもある。 一般入館料６００円とある。
Maxドンキー — Google review
(Translated by Google) Paintings by painters representing Iwanai are on display. Although there are some drawbacks to the repertoire, as most of the paintings are by one artist, it doesn't bother me too much because the paintings are spectacular. You can also see the view from the rooftop. (Original) 岩内を代表する画家の絵が展示されてます。一人の画家の絵が中心のため、レパートリーに難点はあるものの、絵の見応えから余り気になりません。屋上からも景色を見ることができます。
カミダイスケ — Google review
(Translated by Google) Kinjiro Kida, a Western painter who is known as the model for Takeo Arishima's ``Troubles Born'' and has continued to paint Iwanai throughout his life.At the age of 61, his home and 1,600 exhibitions of paintings were destroyed in the Iwanai Fire. However, two days later, Kinjiro resumed his creative activities and you can learn about his life and his works. (Original) 有島武郎の「生まれ出づる悩み」のモデルとしても知られ､生涯岩内を描き続けてきた洋画家の木田金次郎の美術館です｡61歳の時､岩内大火で自宅とそれまでの絵画1,600展を焼失しましたが､その2日後から創作活動を再開し､描き続けた金次郎の作品とその生涯を知る事が出来ます。
アルファメロン — Google review
(Translated by Google) The world of Kinjiro Kida, a painter who lived in harmony with the nature of Iwanai. Born in Iwanai in 1893 (Meiji 26), he developed a passion for painting from his childhood. After a fateful encounter with Takeo Arishima, he decided to spend the rest of his life in Iwanai and pick up the paintbrush. After Arishima published the novel ``Birth of Birth Trouble'', which was about his interaction with Kinjiro Kida, he became known as the model painter featured in the novel. With Arishima's encouragement, he continued to draw the nature around Iwanai despite the harsh life of a fisherman. After Arishima's death, he abandoned the family business of fishing and devoted himself to painting. Approximately 1,500 works were destroyed in the Great Iwanai Fire of 1954 (Showa 29). After that, he continued to create energetically without leaving his hometown of Iwanai, carving out a unique artistic field. He passed away due to cerebral hemorrhage in 1962 (Showa 37). Passed away at age 69 (Original) 岩内の自然とともに生きた画家木田金次郎の世界。1893(明治26)年、岩内に生まれ、少年時代から絵画への情熱を育む。有島武郎との運命的な出会いにより、その生涯を岩内で過ごし、絵筆を握ることを決心する。有島が、木田金次郎との交流を書いた小説「生まれ出づる悩み」を発表後、小説に出てくるモデル画家として知られるようになる。有島の激励を受けながら、厳しい漁師生活のなかで岩内周辺の自然を描き続けていた。有島の没後は、漁業の家業を捨て画業に専念する。1954(昭和29)年の岩内大火で約1,500点余の作品を焼失。その後、生涯故郷岩内を離れることなく精力的な創作を続け、独自の画境を切り開いた。1962(昭和37)年脳出血により逝去。享年69歳
大草敏史 — Google review
(Translated by Google) I'm glad I went The souvenirs for solving the quiz were an easy-to-draw paper memo and a smooth ballpoint pen. (Original) 行けて良かった クイズを解いて頂いた記念品は描きやすい紙のメモちょうとスルスルすすむボールペンだった
Mota — Google review
(Translated by Google) The view of Iwanai Fishing Port from the museum observation deck was spectacular. (Original) 美術館展望台からみる岩内漁港の景色は壮大でした。
marico kanazawa — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is my second time at the Kinjiro Kida Museum, and today I came to see Mr. Matsubara's exhibit. (Original) 木田金次郎美術館には、今回で２回目で今日は松原さんの展示を見に来ました。
カズさん — Google review
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Roadside station Iwainai

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Roadside station Iwainai is a rest stop situated on the toll road that boasts a unique nautical-themed architecture. It offers various amenities such as tourist information, a gift shop, and an art museum for visitors to enjoy. The facility provides travelers with convenient services while immersing them in an ambiance of maritime culture. This roadside station serves as a perfect pit-stop for those seeking to take a break from their journey and indulge in some sightseeing and shopping activities before continuing their travels.
(Translated by Google) A roadside station located in the city along Prefectural Route 270/Iwanai Port Line. It was built on the site of the National Railways Iwanai Station, which was abolished in 1985, and is conveniently located as the junction of National Routes 229 and 276. Unfortunately, there is no trace of the abandoned line. There was a monument a little further away. The building of this roadside station seems to be modeled after a small sailing ship. The town prospered as a town of advanced seafood processing that has been nurtured through history, such as ``Mekiki Nishin'' and ``Namarashifon''. There is a bus terminal in front of you. Local vegetables and side dishes were sold at a small roadside station. The potato mochi was delicious. We also have goods featuring the local mascot ❬Taramaru❭. A detour on the way back from Otaru to Hakodate. I was just thinking of using the restroom during a blizzard. It wasn't in this facility (tears). There was a public toilet not far away on the other side. I seriously thought I was going to get lost (because I'm not used to snow). I came here two years ago, and there was a sumo wrestler on display. I have attached a photo from that time. It's ❬Ichiyamamoto Seki❭ from Iwanai Town♪ (Original) 道道270号/岩内港線沿いの市街地にある道の駅。 昭和60年(1985年)に廃止された国鉄・岩内駅の跡地に建てられていて国道229号と276号の分岐点として便利な立地にあります。 残念ながら廃線の面影は皆無。 少し離れた場所に記念碑がありました。 こちらの道の駅の建物は小さな帆船をイメージしているらしい。 「身欠きニシン」や「なまらしふぉん」など、歴史が育んだ高度な水産加工の町として栄えた町。 目の前にバスターミナルがあります。 小さな道の駅で地元の野菜やお惣菜が売られていました。 じゃがいももちが美味しかったです。 ご当地キャラ❬たら丸❭のグッズもあります。 小樽から函館に帰る途中に寄り道。 ちょうど猛吹雪でトイレを利用したいと考えていたら この施設内にはなかった(涙)。 反対側の遠くない場所に公衆トイレがあったが まじで(雪慣れしてないので)遭難するかと思ったわ。 ２年前にもこちらに来てまして、その時はお相撲さんが飾られていました。 その時の写真を添付しています。 岩内町出身の❬一山本(いちやまもと)関❭だね♪
YUKO K — Google review
They need to bring more than local gifts or dry goods. You are right beside the only way into the town! Right beside the bus terminal. Need to have stuff for travellers on the go such as sandwiches or food for the road, drinks etc. It doubles as a car rest stop too. I doubt you have anything someone on the road would wanna buy or need. There isn't even a toilet. Be sure to go to a convenience store before leaving town. If you wanna buy some local goods, then you are set!
Hello Hokkaido — Google review
月曜定休日。 場所はそれぞれ少し離れていますが、大きな駐車場が2つ有り。 トイレも中央バスターミナル横の公園にある公衆トイレを使います。 毎日掃除をしていると思われ綺麗です。 岩内町の中心部付近にアクセスしやすく、町を探索するには便利な場所。周辺には多くの飲食店があって繁華街も近いです。 道の駅としての主要な建物は小さく、観光パンフレットと小規模の土産物の販売をしているのみ。駐車場やトイレに行くのにも少し歩き回る必要があるぐらい、それぞれが離れているのがちょっと億劫でもある道の駅。 隣接している飲食店を含めると他の大型道の駅より規模は大きいとも言えるかもしれません。
??? — Google review
(Translated by Google) Visited on November 18, 2021. Although the interior is not large, product displays and leaflets are arranged by making effective use of the space. Paper with detailed information on nearby restaurants, inns, and laundromats is placed on the rack. I visited many roadside stations, but I haven't seen many places where information is written and distributed individually, and I felt that it was a very polite concern. I think it's a good idea to get information about where to eat before considering it. One difficulty is that the toilet is in the next block. It is not inside the roadside station building. I bought a small bottle of "nigari" that seems to be usable for making tofu (I forgot until I wrote this). I've also received instructions on how to make it, so I'll make it in my spare time. (Original) 2021年11月18日来訪。 屋内は広くないながら、スペースを有効活用して商品陳列やチラシ等の配置がされています。 近隣の飲食店や宿、コインランドリーの詳細情報が記載された紙がラックに置かれています。道の駅は数多く訪ねましたが、このように案内を個別に書いて配布しているところはあまり見たことがなく、とても丁寧な心配りだと感じました。 どこで食事を取るか、ここで情報入手してから検討するのも良いと思います。 1つ難点は、トイレが隣の区画にあること。道の駅の建物内ではありません。 豆腐作りに使えるらしい"にがり"の小瓶を買いました（これを書くまで忘れかけていました）。作り方の説明書も貰ってきたので、余暇に作ろうと思います。
Y M — Google review
(Translated by Google) Used while sleeping in the car in March. No Wi-Fi. The roadside station, restrooms, and parking lots were all separated, so I wasn't sure what to expect, but I parked at the parking lot closest to the restrooms. The toilet was clean, but there was no soap. There are quite a few cars where you can sleep in your car, and there are many convenience stores nearby, so you don't have to worry about it. (Original) 3月、車中泊で使用。Wi-Fi無し。 道の駅、トイレ、駐車場がすべてバラバラでよくわからなかったのですが、トイレが1番近い駐車場にとめました。トイレは綺麗でしたが、石鹸がなかったです。 車中泊の車もかなりあり、周りもコンビニなどが多く、心細さはありません。
sono mii — Google review
(Translated by Google) A small roadside station. The information center, restrooms, and parking lot are in different locations, making it difficult to understand. Also, I couldn't connect to Wi-Fi. Even though there were no people inside the store, the parking lot was full and there were some abandoned cars. I request improvement. (Original) 小さな道の駅。 案内所、トイレ、駐車場が別々の場所に有り分かりづらいです。 また、Wi-Fiも繋がらなかったです。 店内には人が居ないのに駐車場は満杯、置き去りの車も有りました。改善要望します。
ふくちゃん — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is a strange roadside station where the parking lot and toilets are separated. The parking lot is large, but since there are many famous sushi restaurants around the roadside station, it seems like it's always full. A variety of products are sold at roadside stations. In particular, the variety and quality of the Taramaru & Beniko goods is amazing, and I hope that other roadside stations in the area will follow suit. There is a free space outside where you can eat what you bought, but not indoors, so I think it would be nice to have one indoors as well. Roadside Station Iwanai is a convenient facility located at the junction of National Routes 229 and 276. Taramarukan is a tourist information center that provides travel recommendations, road information, and local products. It also functions as the ``Iwanai i (information) center'' of the ``Shiribeshi i (information) center.'' Over 100,000 tourists come every year to collect tourist information. We also sell small souvenirs. (Original) 駐車場もトイレも分離している不思議な道の駅です。 駐車場は大きいですが道の駅の周辺に有名なお寿司屋さんが多いためいつも満車状態のことが多いように思えます。 道の駅ではいろいろな商品が売られています。 特にたら丸＆べに子グッズは豊富さやクオリティの高さが素晴らしくこの点は周辺の道の駅も追従して欲しいと感じました。 野外に買ったものを食べられるフリースペースはありますが屋内には無いので屋内にもあるといいなあと思います。 道の駅いわないは、国道229号と276号の分岐点として利便性のある施設です。旅のおすすめや道路情報の案内、物産案内所「たら丸館」は観光客に親しまれています。「しりべしｉ（インフォメーション）センター」の「岩内ｉ（インフォメーション）センター」としても機能しています。毎年１０万人を超える観光客が、観光情報等を集めにやって来ます。ちょっとしたお土産品も販売しております。
とうきび茶 — Google review
(Translated by Google) The building looks old, but the parking lot and restrooms are across an intersection, so it's difficult to use as a roadside station. There's a police box right in front of it... I wish it was a little more clean... This summer, take a drive to Iwanai to avoid the crowds. The main purpose is trendy craft beer. I bought a cooler box. We were blessed with good weather and were able to see a beautiful sunset on the way back, which was very satisfying. (Original) 建物も古そうですが、駐車場もトイレも交差点をはさんでいたりするので、道の駅としては利用しづらいですね。交番もすぐ目の前にあり… もう少し、清潔感があれば… この夏、人混みを避けドライブがてら、岩内へ。一番の目的は、流行りのクラフトビール。クーラーBOX積んで買って来ました。お天気に恵まれ、帰りには、綺麗な夕日も見れて大満足でした。
Yonaneko — Google review
(Translated by Google) The distribution time for Iwanai Town's manhole cards changes depending on the season. [April-October] 9:00-18:00. [November to March] 9:00 to 17:30. However, it is closed on Mondays (November 1st to April 20th). *If Monday is a public holiday, the following day will be closed. Year-end and New Year holidays (December 31st to January 5th). " (Original) 岩内町のマンホールカードは季節によって配布時間が変わります。 【4月～10月】9:00～18:00。 【11月～3月】9:00～17:30。 ただし、 月曜日（11月1日～4月20日まで）は休みです。 ※月曜日が祝日の場合はその翌日 年末年始（12月31日～1月5日）。"
まさ・なち — Google review
(Translated by Google) There was an event during the autumn three-day weekend, and there were various stalls. It's good to eat junk food once in a while. (Original) 秋の三連休でイベントやってて屋台が色々出ていた。たまにジャンクフード食べるのも良いもんだ。
Tom & Jerry — Google review
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Arai Memorial Museum

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Great museum in an extremely beautiful setting.
Cha Orn — Google review
(Translated by Google) The location is adjacent to Iwanai Kogen Hotel 😊 It was in the back just past the front of the hotel 😅 The entrance fee is ¥1000, but we got a half-price ticket at our accommodation and visited. In addition to Picasso's prints, there were more than I expected, including Arai's original paintings, poems, and sculptures. This time I came to the museum without much time, so I wanted to take my time and see it again 😊 There is such a wonderful museum in the mountains of Iwanai. (Original) 場所は岩内高原ホテルに隣接しています😊 ホテルの前を通りすぎた奥にありました😅 入館料は￥１０００ですが うちは宿泊施設で半額券をいただき来館しました😊 ピカソの版画はもちろんですが 荒井さんの作品も独創的な絵画や詩、彫刻など思ってた以上の作品数でした。 今回は時間がない中で来館したので もう一度ゆっくり見に行きたいと思いました😊 岩内の山の中に こんな素敵な美術館があるなんて本当に驚きました😊
MEGUMI KAJI — Google review
(Translated by Google) There are a lot of Picasso prints, so I thought it must have been built during the bubble era, but it seems like it was opened around 1989-1992. Some parts of the building inside have elaborate designs. There are a lot of old books in the library, and if you read them while drinking coffee, the day will pass by in a blink of an eye. There are plenty of sofas so you can relax while you stay, but I doubt there will be many people like that. (Original) ピカソの版画が沢山ある、バブルの時代に出来たんだろうなと思ってみたら1989〜1992頃の開館らしく ドンピシャで内部の建物に意匠を凝った部分もある。 図書室に古い書籍が一杯あってコーヒーでも飲みながら書籍を読めば一日経つのもあっという間だと思う。 ソファーも沢山あってくつろぎつつ滞在出来るけど、なかなかそんな人いないだろうなぁ。
tadakatsu ichimura — Google review
(Translated by Google) Picasso's prints can be seen as part of a permanent exhibition that changes three times a year from a collection of 267 pieces. It was great to be able to learn about Picasso's life in detail, along with the illustrations. There was also a corner exhibiting the works of Keio Nishimura, a local Western-style painter, so I was able to fully immerse myself in the art and enjoy it✨ (Original) ピカソの版画は267点のコレクションの中から年に3回の入れ替えで常設展示として観る事が出来るそうです。 挿画と合わせ､ピカソの生涯を克明に知る事ができて良かったです。 また､地元の洋画家である西村計雄の作品展示のコーナーもあり､たっぷりと芸術に浸り楽しむ事が出来ました✨
アルファメロン — Google review
(Translated by Google) The Arai Memorial Museum of Art, commonly known as ``Arab'', is located next to the Iwanai Kogen Hotel overlooking Mt. Iwanai. The very impressive building is comprised of the Picasso Museum, the Nishimura Keio Museum, and the Born and Awakening Art Museum. The museum is said to have one of the largest collections of Picasso's works in Japan, with over 200 prints in its collection. You can enjoy not only Picasso's works, but also the trajectory of his life and family. In Building 2, the works of artist Nishimura, a native of Ozawa, Kyowa-machi, are on display. There were also a number of works on display that expressed the worldview of Takeo Arishima's novel ``Troubles Born'' through paintings. P.S. Picasso's prints were sold to American musician Mitch Miller for a fee in an exhibition of over 100 pieces. (Original) 岩内岳を望む、いわない高原ホテルに隣接した一般財団法人荒井記念美術館、通称「あらび」。 とても立派な建物内は、ピカソ美術館、西村計雄美術館、生まれ出ずる悩み美術館から構成されています。 ピカソの作品は、日本最大級と称され、版画作品が200点以上所蔵されているようです。作品のみならず、ピカソの生活や家族など生涯の軌跡を辿りながら楽しめます。2号館では共和町小澤出身の西村画伯の作品が展示されています。それから有島武郎の小説「生まれ出ずる悩み」の世界観を絵画で表現された作品が多数展示されていました。 PS.ピカソの版画は、米国の音楽家ミッチミラー氏から100数展まとめて有償譲渡されたそうです。
Fuu TORY — Google review
(Translated by Google) I visited because it opened after the declaration. There were no other visitors and the museum was reserved for everyone, so I took my time to look around. I visited to see Picasso's works. I felt Picasso's energy, or rather, something like a thought. I found it strange that there were so few visitors. If you use Google navigation, it will take you to the back of the museum, so it's best to follow the local signs so you don't get lost. We enjoyed the panoramic line of autumn leaves along the way and the art of autumn. (Original) 宣言明けで開館したので訪れました。 他に来館者もいなく貸し切り状態だったのでゆっくり観覧しました。 ピカソの作品を観るために訪問しました。 ピカソのエネルギーと言うか念の様なものを感じました。 来館者が少ないのが不思議な気がしました。 Googleナビで来ると美術館の裏側を案内するので、現地の看板にしたがった方が迷いません。途中のパノラマラインの紅葉と芸術の秋を満喫しました。
秀一 — Google review
(Translated by Google) The air conditioning isn't very effective and it gets extremely hot in the summer. It's like being in a steam sauna. The basement smells quite musty. I don't know if it's better if it's hot and humid because I'm an amateur, but I can't concentrate. Perhaps because of that, there were no other customers and the place was reserved, so we were able to relax. The prints are good, but I would have liked to see more oil paintings. The location is difficult to find, and I think it's definitely an art museum that won't be popular. It's a waste. (Original) 空調があまり効いていなくて、夏場は猛烈に暑い。スチームサウナの中にいるよう。 地下はかなりカビ臭い。 高温多湿のほうがいいのかは素人なのでわからないが、集中はできない。 そのせいか他に客が一人もいなく貸し切り状態だったので、ゆっくりできた。 版画も良いが、油絵をもっと見たかった。 場所も分かりづらく、まぁ間違いなく流行らない美術館だと思う。 勿体ない。
鈴木義明 — Google review
(Translated by Google) This is my first visit. I avoided it because I thought it was a facility attached to the hotel. too good to waste. Picasso's prints and works by Nishimura Keio are collected here. Nishimura's work is wonderful. I have my signature on the forehead I think this is what the talent of a painter is like. The admission fee is 1,000 yen, but you can get a 100 yen discount by presenting your ticket stub from a partner museum. (Original) 初めて来ました。ホテルの付属施設と思い避けていました。 もったいない。ピカソの版画と西村計雄の作品が集められています。 西村さんの作品は素晴らしい。署名を額にしていますが 画家という才能はこういうものかと思います。 入館料は千円ですが提携美術館の半券提示で１００円引きです。
go jasper — Google review
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Makoto Sushi

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If not the best for sure in the podium, just comparable with a sushi bar I went in Hakodate. They treated me as their grandson, I haven't felt that amount of care ever. I would love to give them 10 stars because was way too good.
Armin Wustner — Google review
Delicious foods very reasonable price! The king salmon soup is breathtaking
Katherine Tan — Google review
Awesome fresh sushi. Highly recommended.
Teeraporn Suwanvidhu — Google review
Amazing sushi! Super recommend!
Colin McCullough — Google review
Solid family sushi-ya. Enjoyed our Saturday lunch. Chef very accommodating of our vegetarian team member.
Chris Auld — Google review
very good service, the chef made vegetarian sushi rolls on request-good quality
Haidee Thomson — Google review
Good value wine food and staff
Guy Jones — Google review
Really nice sushi place and chef!
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