Ichinoseki
Ichinoseki is a city in northern Japan. In the center, Tsuriyama Park offers city views, and has cherry blossoms in spring. The nearby Sekinoichi Brewery has a museum on the history of local sake production. Ichinoseki City Museum displays Heian period artifacts. To the east, boats cruise the waters of Geibikei Gorge, known for its vibrant fall foliage. West, trails lead to the summit of the Mount Kurikoma volcano.
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Scenic spot
Geibikei is a popular tourist destination where visitors can embark on traditional all-season boat rides that showcase spectacular river-gorge scenery. During the winter and amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, boats are covered to keep snow out and heated tables with blankets are available for guests to use during their 45-minute tour. Visitors also have the option of purchasing duck food to feed the ducks swimming alongside them as they journey through the river.
During winter and covid they cover the boats to keep the snow out. There are heated tables and blankets for you to use while on the tour, you can also buy duck food to feed the menu ducks 🦆 you will encounter on the river.
Overall a really fun and unique 45 minute experience. Not easy to get to with train and bus, but not impossible.
Kevin Kwok — Google review
This boat ride has been on my bucket list for years! We got there first thing in the morning to catch the first boat, and there were only three other people on our boat! Also, we were allowed to bring our two dogs! The gorge is beautiful, and it was great to get out in nature. After riding for a bit, we got out and walked around at the opposite end. On the way back, our tour guide sang, which was great. The acoustics of the gorge really made this a memorable experience. Please make sure to visit if you can. Exploring off the beaten path is a great way to explore japan.
7/7/2023
friday visit and few visitor quite relax and enjoy for all atmosphere!
Boat driver not only introduce but also sing antic Japanese song…great!!
A historical and remarkable of an evocative scene created from jaw-dropping rocks during a boat cruise.
Enjoying the quiet , natural environment along with the boat man singing traditional song, " Song of Geibi"
The scenery of the nature view will change accordance to with the seasons.
It is a place worth to visit.
A nice ride through the river in a boat. Its magical if it snows. The boatsmen kepp you entertained throughout the journey. There's duck food to feed the ducks swimming alongside.
The boat stops at a point in half n hour and you can roam about for a while before the ride back.
Gorgeous scenery and a lovely, relaxing boat ride down this impressive bit of natural beauty. It was easy enough to get to (a train and then a bus run from Morioka) and the boats run hourly until 3pm in the winter.
Definitely worth a visit!
Gorgeous to visit in all seasons. The boat keepers and punters are talkative and friendly, and they even sing for you!
There is a shrine at the end of the gorge and a hole through which you can throw stones into. The stones each represent a wish or desire (love, wealth etc) and getting them into the home will supposedly grant your wish.
Make sure you bring water with you if you’re going in summer like I did. There are also toilets at the end of the gorge.
No prior reservation required, nature at it’s best.
Buy 50円 fish food and pass the time, since the boat ride will last for more than an hour, you should be ready.
The person who navigate the boat will sing a song which was so beautiful,
Beautiful scenery and several spots to enjoy. Apparently, there are different views to enjoy for all four seasons. Very unique and enjoyable experience.
The rock cliff is grand and majestic. Its rugged and imposing facade commands attention.
The water there is very clear, so you can ride small boat to get a clear view of the fish in the water, At the same time, there are many cute ducks accompanying you wownq the side.
By the way, the boatmen sings beautifully.😍
¥1800 ticket per person, the whole trip takes 90mins. The boat man was so nice and even serenaded us 🎤 🎶 A must-try in this area. I can only imagine how much more beautiful it’ll be in Autumn! 🍁
visited geibekie gorge 猊鼻溪on 1.11.2023.
we just caught the 11am boat ride ¥1800 1.5hrs
but actually there were like a dozen returning boats when our boatman punt out
nice gorge beautiful on its own even without peak autumn colours no no great rush
you buy ¥50 feed & the ducks will follow you the whole journey (kind of😂)
takes 30mins to reach the other side where you have 20mins to snap photos, feed big fat carps, find the lion’s nose rock 猊鼻…
猊is the 狻猊 like mystical lion in 龙生九子, the 5th son of dragon’s 9 sons.
the boatman will sing their not Japanese old songs..some younger ones karaoke songs and some passengers audition for boatman vacancy 😎
I think very nice relaxing 1.5hrs well spent 😎
New experience, going on boat, and guide was very kind explaining everything.
Food lovers can opt for lunch and enjoy while riding the boat.
Visited on 11th November (Sat), peak autumn was over but still a very wonderful sight and experience. Best to go as early as possible to avoid the crowd, there were a lot of people already for the 11am slot.
Recommend buying KKDay tickets as it’s slightly cheaper, only need to scan one QR code to collect tickets for your group and it’s faster.
From my travel diary "we broke that with a journey from Nikko to a place called Geibi-Kei. It is about 45 minutes by train from Ichinoseki and when we got there it was snowing lightly. It has only one attraction namely a small river that passes through sheer cliffs about 100m high. We caught a flat bottom boat and for an hour we went up the river. Surrounded by cliffs and really heavy snow falls. Some ducks and birds and lots of winds high up in the trees. Just breathtaking and beautiful. And the bus trip back from there was just great as the snow is falling and you have almost a white-out because everything is white"
Very nice and relaxing experience! You are transported with a group of fellow visitors by the boat operators in a traditional boat steered using a long wooden branch. During the trip, the operator will tell you about the Gorge, and serenade you with a hauntingly beautiful Japanese song in the end. You will get more out of the trip if you understand Japanese, but regardless, I would recommend this trip!
Super friendly boat host operator. We were the last to on board because traveling with a pre-school child and walking from the train station. Amazing nature and river tour! The boater actually built these boats by themselves. And they're great singers too! There's a little fortune game to play at the end of the boat ride. It's worthy to come visit across all seasons. You may reserve your ticket online to enjoy discounts too. Be mindful of the the weather for canceled tours.
Machi-467 Higashiyamacho Nagasaka, Ichinoseki, Iwate 029-0302, Japan•
Scenic spot
Genbikei Gorge is a picturesque location that features a steep, tree-lined ravine with stretches of white-water along the Iwai River. It can be observed from cliff-top paths and is especially beautiful during the autumn season when colors change. The area includes three bridges along its official route, which takes at least 40 minutes to cover if visitors want to see all three. Be careful while scaling rocks for better views as it can get quite slippery in some parts.
It's a beautiful place to just sit and relax. We tried to do the food that goes across the gorge but they were not running at 2 in the afternoon.
Katrina Kyllo — Google review
Very interesting way selling the Dongo dessert. You need to get here early in case it’s sold out.
空飛ぶ団子目当てでした。
東屋のところで注文し団子を食べられます。
500円でお茶付きです。籠の中にお金を入れて、木槌で木の板を鳴らすと籠が引き戻されお団子を入れ下りてきます。こちらの様子を見てなのか…？人数分のお茶が付いてきました。揺らされても溢れる事なく。(お団子も美味しかったです)
反対側に駐車場付きのお団子屋さんがあるけど、やはりこちらで食べたい。
もちろん渓谷も綺麗でした。
こちらの渓谷の駐車場は有料ですが、脇のお土産屋さんでお土産を購入すると無料になります。
2023.秋
(Translated by Google)
I was looking for flying dumplings.
You can order and eat dango at the Azumaya.
Tea is included for 500 yen. When you put money in the basket and hit the wooden board with a mallet, the basket will be pulled back and the dango will be placed inside. Are you looking at this situation...? It came with tea for the number of people. Even when shaken, it does not overflow. (The dumplings were also delicious)
There is a dango shop with a parking lot on the opposite side, but I still want to eat there.
Of course, the valley was also beautiful.
There is a fee for parking in this valley, but if you purchase a souvenir from the souvenir shop next to it, it is free.
2023.Autumn
Not to be confused with Geibikei gorge, Genbikei is pretty underwhelming. The view and walking trails would be much improved in the summer, but I came during winter and all the trees were dormant, the trails closed. Not worth the 1100 yen it takes to bus here . If you do find your way here anyways, cross the suspension bridge, which is neat.
Awesome place for nature lovers. There is a walking path along with the river. It is so refreshing and satisfying. The best season is autumn foliage which is towards the end of October. Do not park here. It is 700 yen and I don’t think they deserve it. There is glass park. Take some time to visit here. Awesome art work.
Beautiful scenery and very close to Ichinoseki! The parking lot by the Rest House is free as long as you spend at least 700 yen inside, which feels absolutely worth supporting anyway - the snacks are delicious and the souvenirs are gorgeous, locally made - we bought a wind chime made of Iwate iron for around 2000 yen. The cherry blossoms were just starting to open, and the glass village across the bridge is worth seeing.
住宅地の真横が深い渓谷で、とても違和感があり、そこが面白かったです。
他にない景色なので、発見です。
対岸からロープに吊るした団子を頼む人々で行列出来てました。
味はともかく、アイデア賞ものですね。
駐車場は近隣の有料民間駐車場しか無いようで、そこは残念。
(Translated by Google)
There was a deep ravine right next to the residential area, which felt very strange and interesting.
It's a discovery because it's a view like no other.
There was a line of people waiting for the dumplings hanging from a rope from the opposite bank.
Regardless of the taste, this is a winning idea.
The only parking available is a nearby paid private parking lot, which is a shame.
Beautiful, especially during the fall/autumn, and especially on a weekday when it is not too crowded. Worth the trip! My in-laws got a kick out of the cross river food-by-rope stand.
9月20日朝8時半くらいに行きました。
まだ殆ど観光客はいませんでしたのでゆっくり見学できました👌
車は道の駅置いて7分くらい歩きましたが、
お土産屋で買い物するならお店の駐車場に置かせてもらえます。
早い時間だとお店が開いてないので駐めれません。
人によりますが1時間も無くて見終わります。
厳美渓の歩道を歩きましたが、途中で切れていました😅
もう少し滝の近くに行けるのかと横の道へ進んだら、民家の方へ出てしまい30分くらいロスしてしまいましたので、歩道は行き止まりで帰ったほうが良いですね。
橋の上から見るのがベストです。
時間があって混んでなければ、是非(そらとぶ団子)を
注文してください
川沿いの東屋で注文と飲食が出来ます
上の店から見てくれて人数分のお茶もサービスで付きます。
団子は箱入りなのでそのまま持ち帰りも出来ます。
桶の中に500円×何箱の代金を入れて板を叩くと、
スルスルと紐が引かれ桶が上のお店に、
そしてお茶と団子が降りてきます。
それだけなんですが、
やってみると以外に楽しい🎶
おすすめです👌
ここもいいけど猊鼻渓もおすすめですよ👍
(Translated by Google)
I went on September 20th around 8:30am.
There weren't many tourists yet, so I was able to take a leisurely look around.
I left my car at the roadside station and walked for about 7 minutes.
If you are shopping at a souvenir shop, you can leave it in the store's parking lot.
If it's early, you won't be able to park because the store isn't open.
Depending on the person, you can finish watching it in less than an hour.
I walked along the sidewalk of Genbikei, but it was broken in the middle 😅
I decided to take a side road to see if I could get a little closer to the waterfall, but it turned out to be a private house and I lost about 30 minutes, so I thought it would be better to go home because the trail ended at a dead end.
The best view is from the top of the bridge.
If you have time and it's not crowded, definitely try the Soratobu Dango.
Please order
You can order and eat at the gazebo along the river.
They will watch you from the store above and provide tea for each person.
The dumplings come in a box, so you can take them home as is.
When you put the money for 500 yen x several boxes into the bucket and hit the board,
At a shop where a string is pulled smoothly and a bucket is on top,
Then tea and dumplings come down.
That's all,
It's even more fun if you try it🎶
Recommended 👌
This place is good, but I also recommend Geibikei 👍
Visited 28th October to see the autumn colours and this place didn't disappoint. I arrived at around 6am but the carpark wasn't open yet so I parked at the michi no eki 5 mins walk away. The view was just stunning, and not much people early in the morning.
There's 3 bridges along the official route, and if you want to check out all 3 it'll take at least 40 mins to cover all. If you are planning on getting photos from the rocks be careful since it can get quite slippery.
Stop by in early Nov to take some photos of the fall foliage. It’s beautiful here. Maybe, because we came in the morning, there were not many people as usual to wait for their orders of「 郭公飛天糰子 」!
It was closed on a snowy Thursday. I don't know why they would keep it closed. Probably it is risky because of the slippery snow. Otherwise very quaint and scenic. Would.love to go back on a day when it is not closed. This place also has the gazebo where they serve food in a basket that is transferred via a zip line from the other side if the river. Quite cute and unique.
Beautiful natural area in Ichinoseki. A must visit if you are in town and worth it for a pit stop if you are passing by. There is a 30 minute and 90 minute walking route around the area with bridges over the gorge 🤩
Beautiful with plenty of scenic spots to take pictures until you've run out of drive space. You can make use of the zip line basket from a local food vendor to order treats while standing on the opposite side of the gorge. We did not partake of this, and instead crossed the bridge to sit down at their shop which has a public bathroom outside.
There are a total of three bridges that cross the gorge and provide great places to take pictures. One of the bridges is a suspension bridge and is bouncy as you walk across. Much to the delight of some local sight seers when the two of us lumbered across causing a bit of sway.
We visited in early November and the gorge was rimmed in gold and red hues. We stopped at several public benches and sat to soak up the sounds and sights.
You can catch the city bus from Ichinoseki Station, it's a sort of off green bus. Ask the driver to confirm if you're on the right bus, make sure you take a ticket when boarding at the back. It was 490 yen per person and took 15 to 20 minutes.
The return bus is just across the street from the drop off bus stop at the gorge.
We passed by here and were able to snap few shots. The fall foliage peak was off when we were there (10 Nov 2022).
Japan, 〒021-0101 Iwate, Ichinoseki, Genbicho, Takinoue, 地内•
Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
Motsuji Temple is a serene and peaceful Buddhist temple situated in a vast garden adjacent to a rocky lake, surrounded by low hills. While the entry fee may be expensive, it is justified by the stunning views and high levels of maintenance. The natural pond setting is renowned for its cultural significance and festivals. Visitors can stroll around the pond to discover smaller historical sites associated with the founders of the area.
This was really beautiful because we had just visited Chuson-Ji temple and it was only a short walk over to this Motsuji temple. Again remarkable simplicity and beautiful especially with the snow all around. It is a Buddhist temple and is known for its beautiful Phoenix Hall which did not disappoint. The Phoenix Hall is a wooden structure built in the Amida style, which is characterized by its simple and elegant design. The hall is decorated with intricate carvings and paintings, and its interior is home to a large statue of Amida Buddha.The temple was founded in 998 by Fujiwara no Michinaga, a powerful courtier and politician during the Heian period (794-1185).
Ross Daniels — Google review
A natural pond setting, famous for its culture and festivals. Walk around the pond to access smaller historical sites linked to the founders of area
Visited on the 28th of December 2022. It's better to visit there in spring or autumn. The garden during winter time, the garden view was not so gorgeous as "Jōdo" , paradise.
All the castles they have are gone with fire from centuries ago but the place is beautiful with a massive pond inside.
A very beautiful and scenic Buddhist temple that is designated as an UNESCO cultural/heritage site. There is a also a very large garden with a footpath that accompanies the temple and its buildings, which are placed around a scenic lake. The walk around the lake offers very different views depending on where you are on the path. You can see sites of where temples used to stand (some were burnt down in wars, etc.) as well as the ones that still remain to this day. During the walk around the lake on the footpath, there is a large bell in a belfry, a gentle stream that empties into the lake, as well as a set of strategically-placed rocks and stones made to resemble a landscape. Most definitely worth the entrance fee. Very highly recommended!
Beautiful scenery and not crowded. Can enjoy the calm environment and relax.
To be honest, the pond and the park were good when compared to the temple, then I find that entry fee was quite costlier but for the sake of beautiful view and high maintenance will cost more may be, not so far from the hiraizumi station
The view of Buddhist Pure Land or something as described in the Buddhist bible Tipitaka. It's cool and calm and all that and one of the main attraction of Hiraizumi area so if you only have time for one temple in Hiraizumi or entire Iwate, make it here.
700 yen entrance fee, actually in walkable distance from Hiraizumi station.
There are two small temples here, but the original architecture has all been lost and all that is left is the Pure Land style garden around a large beautiful pond. It's serene and devoid of the commercialism of nearby Chusonji. You can feel the spiritual essence of the site even when there's no main thing to 'see' -- like the early Buddhist statues that represented the Buddha by just his footprints. If you're not familiar with the history, a guide could really help elucidate the meaning and significance of this sacred landscape.
There are old temples and beautiful garden. In forth Sunday of May, "Gokusui no En" is held at this temple. It reminds an events for old Japanese Nobility. There is nothing to shield the sun so that you need a blind or sunshade in summer.
Osawa-58 Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4102, Japan•
Mountain peak
Nature & Parks
Mountains
Mt. Kurikoma is a volcanic peak located in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan with a height of 1,627m. It is renowned for its vibrant autumn trees and offers hiking trails as well as hot springs baths. The hike to the summit takes few hours and provides breathtaking views of the surrounding scenery including onsens, lakes and fields from the Sukawa side. While not an extremely challenging mountain, it offers a rugged natural feel that hikers may prefer over well-manicured paths.
At over 5000 ft above elevation Mt Kurikoma in Miyagi Prefecture is a great place to hike to experience the wonderful scenery.
joseph miranda — Google review
The autumn leaves were beautiful.
We trekked in light rain.
Might possibly be my favourite hike in Japan. It isn't an intense mountain but it does take a few hours. From the Sukawa side of the hike, there are onsens, lakes, fields - the path isn't as well kept but I prefer the rugged, natural feel of the hike. The view from the summit was spectacular!
The course is well maintained and hiking level rather than climbing.
It is unlikely that you will get lost in the fog.
It was crowded from the parking lot because it was Sunday of the autumnal season.
The course and the summit are full of people.
Autumn leaves and magnificent scenery were good, but it was too crowded.
Off season or weekdays are recommended.
Beautiful mountain. The carpet of god
One of the best places for autumn foliage. It starts from mid September. Gets really crowded. Go early as you can
Very good place for hiking n Momijji
Perfect hiking place.All combinations of natural colors.
Buddhist temple
Sights & Landmarks
Sacred & Religious Sites
Chūson-ji is a renowned temple that has a museum, Noh stage, and mausoleum showcasing 12th-century mummified remains. It was established in the year 850, and its main attraction is the Konjikido, also known as the Golden Hall, which was built in 1124. The first Ou Fujiwara lord Kiyohara visited this place on May 2nd and admired it greatly.
Quite a nice small trek to the temple. I think the walk to the temple is more enjoyable than the destination.
In winter the snow is very slippery so you need snow boots. They offer ropes to tie to your shoes for grip. The road up initially is VERY slippery.
Sutirtha Das — Google review
Amazing view and historical site, came on fall season 2023, not a very touristy place hence can feel the more serenity side of Japan. Use comfy shoes coz slight hike is needed from gateway.
If you came from hiraizumi station, use bus or bike, you can walk and enjoy the road (just like we did) but it’s quite far
I love this place when I visit on May 2nd. The maple trees are in shining green so I can imagine it must be gorgeous at Koyo season which is beginning of November. I came by bus from Ichinoseki Shingansen station but I recommend to go through hiraizumi JRstation and get the information about how to get around the world heritage site . You can walk 10 minutes from JR station to Chuson ji.
A very comfortable place. Trees are beautiful. A good place to spend time to visit slowly.
A delightfully simple but very beautiful place especially as we visited there in winter. The simplicity of the building temple itself is wonderful. I certainly can see why it is designated as a National Treasure of Japan. The temple was founded in 1105 by Fujiwara Kiyohira, the founder of the Northern Fujiwara clan. Chuson-ji was the clan's菩提寺 (bodaiji), or mortuary temple, and was used as the burial place for many of the clan's members. The temple complex includes a number of important buildings, including the Konjikido, which is a National Treasure and is considered to be one of the finest examples of Japanese Buddhist architecture.
I am glad I visited this majestic place during fall. The buildings seamlessly blend with the surrounding nature. Compared to Yamadera, another well-known temple of Tohoku which was originally constructed by Enin, Chuson-ji spans across a wider area and offers a real glimpse of the past. Unlike other places listed as UNESCO world heritages, this one isn’t “branded” as such through posters and signboards (I personally didn’t see the symbol of UNESCO anywhere) and may be that’s the reason why one can feel the authenticity and simplicity of the place as it had been throughout the years.
Beautiful and historic temple complex with the surrounding nature. The museum and konjikido paid area is worth for visiting. Recommend going early in the morning because there’s less people. As April 2023, loop bus runs only weekend and holidays. I prefer to take a bus (run every hour) from Ichinoseki sta. that connects to the shinkansen or use a taxi in front of Hiraizumi sta.
14/11/2023
Plenty of autumn leaves out definitely head there now if it's on your bucketlist!!
Bit of a steep climb up to it so be prepared! There's benches to rest on the way up anyways
Wow. We must said that as per many of shine there to pray respects and really interesting spots for tourists. Hence less of foreigners here main majority are local citizens which language may difficult for those who not familiar with it. But we passed.
Location: The cleanliness were excellent and amazing set up foe those required.
As of more than 950 Years old temples 🛕. It might do something right to keep themselves as of today.
This Temple is a large comlex so allow about 2 hours to visit. It is so beautiful in late autumn.
The atmosphere is super nice, good spot to see red leaves in November period. A bit far away from station but you can rent a bike to look around. There are free parking under care in front of the temple. Clean toilets.
This is definitely a 5-star spot for seeing
fall foliage in Iwate prefecture. Entrance is free of charge except you wish to see the Konjikido. The temple also illuminated the maple leaves in every evening for nearly 2 weeks during the peak of fall foliage. We were so lucky we could be there during the time. Unlike other temples which might charge you an additional fee for entry in the evening, the entry in the evening is free here👍👍👍
There are many national treasures and important cultural properties.
Koromonoseki-202 Hiraizumi, Nishiiwai District, Iwate 029-4195, Japan•
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1Sake Brewery Seki no Ichi
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4.0
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Restaurant
Sake Brewery Seki no Ichi is a nostalgic restaurant with a beautiful building that has been reinforced after the 2011 earthquake. The place offers great craft beers and a variety of mochi to enjoy. It also features a dark and mysterious cafe, adding to its allure. Visitors can look forward to trying out the sake and beef shabu-shabu, which are highly recommended. Additionally, there's a souvenir shop next to the restaurant for those looking for mementos.
The local food at the restaurant was so gewd, and the beer flight was amazing as well. The architecture of the goods building was resuited with more beams for support, since it toppled over during the 2011 earthquake. I really want to come back for more beer, and to check out that dark and mysterious cafe. 5 stars for sweet staff members, food, and beer.
Sara — Google review
Great craft beers
Decent assorted mochi
Okay prices...
Recommend trying the beer sampler, as each style/type of beer is quite different.
Lots of salty, sweet, and umami types of mochi to enjoy here as well.
Nostalgic restaurant with rice cake and hot pod. Design of building is beautiful. still same condition and used for restaurant. Souvenir shop is next to restaurant.
Was there some time ago. Hope they bring back the night tour soon
This is an old nihonshu brewery with a number of interesting old buildings, a museum, a gift shop with limited tasting, a cafe, a beer brewery, and a restaurant specializing in local delicacies. The nihonshu and beer are great -- especially the light and refreshing ale flavored with the peppery sansho herb. The food is great -- I got mulberry leaf udon, mixed mochi dishes, and tempura for a reasonable 1600 yen. Just the museum was not so interesting for 300 yen and I wish there had been more information about things to do there, tastings, and the food -- and I can speak and read Japanese. There are other interesting things nearby, though, including an old samurai home next to a quaint 19th century church.
There was a wait (during Golden Week, expected), and it was expensive (again, expected), but it was the best meal I've had in the 3 years I've lived in Japan. I will dream of the sake and beef shabu-shabu even 50 years from now. If you have the time and the yen for it, I guarantee you will not regret it.
Restaurant and sake/beer brewery featuring several local variations on mochi. Worth visiting for the food alone, but the beer is also some of the best craft beer I've encountered in Japan. Well hopped and flavourful, a far cry from the tourism-focussed 'craft' beers.
The sake is also quite good - tastings are available of all in house sake, including the one that's ¥5000 per bottle. There's also a live unpasteurised sake with active koji, which is effervescent and quite delicious.
Local traditional brewery, reachable by walking, free sake for trying. Beware of the afternoon break if you are here for the mochi dessert.
2Fujisei
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Kaiseki restaurant
Fujisei offers a unique dining experience with its 9-flavor mochi set, featuring a variety of savory and slightly sweet flavors, including one with natto. The restaurant's beautiful atmosphere and attentive staff contribute to the overall delightful experience. Visitors can also enjoy traditional Japanese dishes, with vegetarian options available upon request. This is definitely a must-visit for those looking to embark on a culinary adventure while savoring the pride of the town's love for mochi.
The restaurant is beautiful, dishes are delightful. I tried the traditional Japanese dish. I'm vegetarian and chef made a vegetarian dish just for me, employes are really professionals and kind. The restaurant atmosphere are really good too. Also I tried mochis and they were all very good!!! Thank you very much for this meal!
Lucile Marechal — Google review
Ordered a set of "mochi-zen".
"Mochi zen" is served for the marriage ceremony or celebration events in Ichonoseki city. It was great to eat such dishes at the restaurant. It's better to call in advance if you want to visit and experience the dishes.
Totally new mochi experience for me. Mochi in nine different flavors/seasoning is a must try for those who are seeking food adventure. The ambience of the place was also good!
What a lovely way to eat mochi! I never imagined mochi could be served in savory dishes, but it worked very well! The 9-flavor set had a large variety of slightly-sweet, gingery, etc. palattes. There is natto in one, so beware of that. The shop owner came and chatted with me (in Japanese), he seems so proud of his town's love for mochi.
They do a good mochi set with a variety of different sauces, both sweet and savoury, accompanied by soup and pickles. Reasonably priced at 1600 yen, and a good way to get a number of different flavours; even if some aren't to taste (natto), there's definitely something you'll like!
I want to give this place a full 5-stars... but, the problem is.... it is soooooo fuuuuuuuuuul during the lunch time. No wonder, the foods are so good and awesome. But, waaaah, you will need a but more patience for waiting :)
The mochi set is very good, affordable for good quality.
Delicious mochi sampler and plum wine. Beautiful presentation and gracious host.
3Aoba Chokurian
3.9
(808)
4.0
(19)
affordable
Soba noodle shop
Experience the delectable pleasure of indulging in long, substantial, and incredibly tasty chewy noodles at Aoba Chokurian. This exceptional soba noodle shop offers a delightful menu infused with the freshness of grilled oil for their tempura dishes, making it an irresistible choice for any lover of this traditional Japanese cuisine. The inviting ambiance coupled with friendly service complements the consistently delicious offerings.
Be ready for long thick delicious chewy noodles with the fresh taste grilling oil for the tempura, I recommend this place to any Soba lover. I ordered tempura Soba 🍜 and as usual it’s always delicious with friendly environment and a 😊 smile. Thank you 🙏 so much for helping me order since I can’t read the menu well 🤓.
Taron — Google review
We got there 10 minutes before the opening time but the seats were already full.
You first place your order in the back of the restaurant near the cash register and get a number which they'll call out as they bring your food to your seat. Also, don't be shy about sharing a table with a stranger. Due to limited space you're likely to be day wherever there is an opening.
I have never seen soba as thick as the soba from this restaurant and each noodle is super long. The noodles are chewy and the taste is mild. The dipping sauce was too sweet and too strong for my preference, however.
Overall, I found it a very unique soba noodle shop.
お値段は安くはないけど、食べ応えある太麺のお蕎麦❗️しょっぱい出汁に浸してツルツルいくのか？と思いつつ口へ運ぶ。す、すすれない😅ので、モグモグ(笑)いわゆる蕎麦の香りはあまり感じず、けど、どこか懐かしい🎵そう言えば20年ぶりだっ‼️お店も生まれ変わり、楽しみがまた1つ出来ました😆天ぷらも衣が多くまとってはいるが、なぜか納得してしまう🎵この魅力…負けるも腹は満たされて🤤
The best soba restaurant I've been to
(Translated by Google) To Naorian for the first time in a while!
By the time we arrived at 13:00, the seats were full or there were many people waiting (● ˃̶͈̀ro˂̶͈́)੭ꠥ⁾⁾
The number is 94! Waiting for 1 hour(≧∀≦)///
Finally seated!
Order Tenzaru in advance.
Nostalgic Futa's handmade soba noodles (≧∀≦)///
I'll get it right away.
The soba noodles are also long so it's hard to get into them lol.
Every bite. Hmm, something! Has it changed from before?
I haven't been here in years, so the seats are
There were only table seats.
The noodle soup is still sweet and spicy!
I used to go there because I liked this noodle soup.
In the past, I used to eat large portions, but now
This normal amount is enough (≧∀≦)///
Finally, enjoy the soba soup and enjoy the meal!
It was delicious (● ˃̶͈̀ro˂̶͈́)੭ꠥ⁾⁾
(Original)
久々の直利庵さんへ！
13:00着の時点で満席or待人多数(● ˃̶͈̀ロ˂̶͈́)੭ꠥ⁾⁾
番号は94番！待つ事１時間(≧∀≦)///
やっとの事で着席！
事前に天ざるをオーダー。
懐かしい太太の手打ち蕎麦(≧∀≦)///
早速頂きます。
蕎麦も長いのでなかなか入れられないwww.
一口一口。ん〜なんか！前と変わった？
もう何年も来ていなかったので、座席も
テーブル席のみになっていました。
麺つゆは相変わらず甘辛の麺つゆ！
この麺つゆが好きで通っていました。
昔は大盛りを平らげていましたが、今は
このくらいの普通盛りで十分(≧∀≦)///
最後にしっかり蕎麦湯を頂き完食！
美味しく頂きました(● ˃̶͈̀ロ˂̶͈́)੭ꠥ⁾⁾
(Translated by Google) I went in with high expectations as there was a long line of people waiting in line, but I found it difficult to eat the thick soba noodles that I was not used to eating. It didn't suit me and my companion. The tempura is also open so it doesn't fit into the soba choko. . . Everyone ate everything.
(Original)
行列の出来ているお店なので期待して入りましたが、食べ慣れない太い蕎麦で食べにくかった。私と同伴者には合わなかったです。天婦羅も開いてあるので蕎麦猪口に入らず。。。みなさんは残さず食べてました。
(Translated by Google) I received Tenzaru Nyao 💡🥢😸
The first thing I thought was how long the soba noodles were...Well, I guess that's the "good thing", nya~💡🥢😹
The sauce is a little sweet nya✨
The tempura is ``big shrimp tempura'' with a strong presence💡🦞😹
Well, it's a popular store so it's always crowded nya~✨😹💦
(Original)
天ざるをいただきましたのニャお💡🥢😸
まず思ったのは、そば一本のなんと長い麺か…まぁそれが『ウリ』なんでしょうがニャ～💡🥢😹
タレは少し甘めですニャ✨
天ぷらは存在感のある『デカい海老天』💡🦞😹
ま～人気店なのでいつも混んでますニャ～✨😹💦
(Translated by Google) It was my first time to eat soba noodles that were so thick.
The corner of the soba is not upright.
The scent of buckwheat is weak.
A large serving will give you an amazing amount,
Quite a few people were eating large portions of tempura.
The condiment is grated maple leaves and no wasabi.
Since the soba noodles are thick, the grated maple sauce went well with it.
Sobayu is served in a pot around the time you eat it.
It's not something I made myself, so it's boiled water like thin water.
When you enter the store, buy a meal ticket at the counter in the back.
Then, when you are seated, your number is called and you are served soba noodles.
I had some rare Iwate soba noodles.
(Original)
こんなに太いそばは初めて食べました。
そばの角が立ってないですね。
そばの香りは弱いです。
大盛りはスゴい量が出てきますが、
結構皆さん大盛りに天ぷらを付けて食べていました。
薬味はもみじおろしで、わさびはありません。
そばが太いのでもみじおろしがよく合いました。
蕎麦湯は、食べた頃にポットで出てきます。
作ったものではないので、薄いお湯みたいな茹で湯です。
お店に入ったら、奧のカウンターで食券を買います。
それから、席に着いていると、番号を呼ばれてそばが提供されます。
珍しい岩手の蕎麦を頂きました。
(Translated by Google) I've only eaten tempura soba, but the tempura and sweet, thick sauce go together so well!
At first, I was a little disappointed at the amount of soba noodles that looked like udon, but for some reason I was able to finish the whole thing.
I want to try curry soba next time.
(Original)
天もりそばしか食べたことありませんが、天ぷらと甘い濃いめのたれが、合う合う！
最初はうどんみたいな蕎麦と量に、え⁉︎ってなりますが、なぜか完食できます。
次はカレー蕎麦がたべたいなぁ
4Komatsu
4.4
(130)
4.5
(19)
affordable
Izakaya restaurant
Komatsu, an izakaya restaurant housed in a charming traditional Kura building, offers a delightful dining experience. The menu boasts an array of delectable tempura dishes, including succulent Oyster tempura and various mushroom varieties. Additionally, their cold soba is simply delicious. The owner's warm hospitality and effective communication through Google Translate contribute to the welcoming atmosphere. Patrons can enjoy the excellent food served here along with the great service provided by the attentive staff.
Wonderful atmosphere great service and excellent food ! We are tourist and Master communicated with us through google translate. All dishes are good and we enjoyed very much !!
Wency Ho — Google review
Amazing Oyster tempura (so plump and fresh) and so many different kind of mushroom tempura! Delicious cold soba. Cosy restaurant in an old traditional Kura house. Super welcoming owner. We communicate through google translate, which worked perfectly. He gave us a souvenir also, a Japanese Towel with his restaurant name, thank you so much for a delicious dinner and great experience!
この界隈の居酒屋としては最高評価です。
ただ１つ欠点があります。
人気店過ぎて予約なしでは厳しいですね。
1人や2人までなら予約無しでなんとかなると思いますが、それ以上の人数ならまず行く前に予約してください。
突然行くと店の前に満席と書いて貼られてますので(写真参照)
お店は行って思うのは雰囲気の良さ。
店員さんも元気ですし、各種選ぶのに困るほどの日本酒も店主に聞きに行ってくれたりと痒いところに手が届きます。
料理も素晴らしい。
刺身も新鮮ですし、天ぷらもサクッと美味しい。
ずんだコロッケ美味しいので是非食べてください。
そして〆に頼めるざる蕎麦はメチャクチャ美味しい。
閉店前には品切れになるので早めに頼んだ方が良いですね。
お酒も本当に美味しくて特に日本酒のセレクトは完璧でした。
また絶対に訪れたいお店の一つです。
オススメですよ。
Great food and hospitality. Very welcoming
5Ramen Marucho
3.9
(373)
4.0
(16)
cheap
Ramen restaurant
Ramen Marucho, a conveniently located eatery near the station with excellent value for money, offers a delightful dining experience. Situated just a short three-minute walk from the ticket gate, this establishment serves up delicious ramen and tsukemen dishes. The noodles are thick and substantial, providing a satisfying chewiness that pairs perfectly with the light and flavorsome soup. The broth effortlessly coats each strand of noodle without becoming overly intertwined.
(Translated by Google) Since I came to Ichinoseki, I was looking for a ramen shop near the station, and I found this shop with good reviews, so I came to the shop for the first time.
The shop is on the first floor of a multi-tenant building right in front of Ichinoseki Station.
There is also an Indian curry shop in the building, which gives a sense of multinationality.
There is no parking lot in front of the shop, so it is best to park your car in the municipal parking lot in front of the station.
* 100 yen per hour
Since the curtain was reversed, I thought "Today is a store holiday?", But I was relieved because it was open properly.
It is a system to purchase meal tickets at the ticket vending machine on the right side of the entrance.
The menu is a simple lineup of ramen, tsukemen, rice, and dumplings.
This time I ordered ramen (650 yen) and taste ball (100 yen).
When you sit at the counter, you can see it
Anxious phrase "ramen is a local food"
The served ramen is a soy sauce ramen with dried bonito broth.
The soup was hot.
The noodles were thin and small and easy to put in your mouth.
The taste ball is. .. .. Unfortunately, it seems that the taste is not fully stained to the inside.
It might have been better not to add this.
Even so, the ramen itself is reasonably priced despite its location in front of the station, and the cost performance is sufficient.
The ramen itself tastes good, but I'd be happy if you could get a discount when using the parking lot.
This time it was a treat! !!
(Original)
一関まで来たので駅に近いラーメン屋さんを探していたところ口コミ評価も上々のこちらのお店を見つけたので満を持して初来店。
お店は一ノ関駅のすぐ目の前の雑居ビルの1階。
ビルにはインドカレー店なども入居していて多国籍感漂います。
お店の前に駐車場はありませんので車は駅前の市営駐車場に停めるのがベストです。
※1時間で100円
暖簾が逆になっていたので思わず「今日は店休日？」と思っちゃいましたがきちんと営業されていたので一安心。
入口右手の券売機で食券を購入するシステムになっています。
メニューはラーメン、つけ麺、ライス、餃子とシンプルなラインナップ。
今回はラーメン（650円）と味玉（100円）を注文。
カウンター席に座ると目に入るのが
「ラーメンは郷土食」という気になるフレーズ
配膳されたラーメンは鰹節の出汁が効いた醤油ラーメン。
スープは熱々でした。
麺は細めのちぢれ麺で口に含みやすかったです。
味玉は．．．残念ながら中まで味が十分染みていないようです。
これなら追加しない方がよかったかも。
それでもラーメン自体は価格も駅前という立地ながらも良心的な価格でコスパは十分。
ラーメン自体の味もいいのですが駐車場利用時に割引などしていただけるとうれしいですね。
この度はご馳走様でした！！
????? — Google review
Popular with students for large servings for cheap prices - two can belly full for around 2000Y
Nice ramen!
2022.4.29夜 晩酌セット…1700円
選べるドリンクはビール、麺はつけ麺で
「丸長」という屋号を冠してはいるものの、関東一円に根付く「丸長のれん会」ならびにその系譜とは無関係。
それはつけ汁の味付けをはじめとするパーツの方向性を見れば明らか。
これはこれで良いと思うし、何よりお値打ち。
ちなみに、ツマミ皿にはメンマ・チャーシュー・ネギ・味玉が乗っている状態で提供され、後から蒸したての焼売が手渡しで供された。
こういう人間味も、いかにも個人店という感じで面白い。
付け加えると、このの宿泊先（東横イン）の横ってのも利便性最強で良いじゃない。
(Translated by Google) A good cost performance store near the station. 3 minutes walk from the ticket gate.
Ramen ¥650 Tsukemen ¥700
I made tsukemen.
Take a bite, hmm... 😑 The soup doesn't get entangled in the noodles and the taste is light. It felt good to eat the chunky noodles while picking up the bowl and sipping the soup.
Also, it comes with 4 slices of char siu, which is very delicious! ! "It was the best when I ate noodles with char siu."
I felt like I needed to devise a little way to eat it, but it's delicious.
Next time I will go to eat ramen.
(Original)
駅近でコスパ良い店。改札から徒歩3分。
ラーメン650円 つけ麺700円
つけ麺にしました。
一口食べて、うーん、、😑スープが麺に絡まなくて味が薄い。 がっつり麺をスープに漬けて、かつ器を持って少しスープを飲みながら食べると良い感じになりました。
あと、チャーシューが4枚付いてきて、とても美味しい！！ チャーシューと一緒に麺を食べると最高でした。
少し食べ方に工夫が必要な感じでしたが、美味しいです。
次はラーメン食べに行きます。
Very good ramen!
Japan, 〒021-0882 Iwate, Ichinoseki, Kamiotsukikoji, 2−34, 丸長ビル１Ｆ•
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