Shin-Hanamaki Station (新花巻駅)
Station Type: Train station
Shin-Hanamaki Station is a Tohoku Shinkansen station located in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture. There are many attractive tourist spots in the surrounding area, such as nature, hot springs, and historical buildings, which are popular among foreign tourists.
First, let us introduce Hanamaki Onsen-kyo, a hot spring resort located near Shin-Hanamaki Station. It is a 15-minute drive from the Shinkansen station and is lined with many ryokans and hotels. Hanamaki Onsen is known as the birthplace of hot springs in Japan, and is popular for its spring water, which is said to be effective for beautifying the skin. It is also very popular among foreign tourists, so please visit.
Next, we will introduce “Iioka Castle Ruins Park” located in Hanamaki City. Iioka Castle Ruins Park is the former residence of the Iioka Clan, which flourished in the Edo period (1603-1868). It is also known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, attracting many tourists in spring.
In addition, the Hanamaki Tsuran Museum of Art is located in Hanamaki City. The museum exhibits mainly the works of Kakuran, one of Japan’s most famous ceramic artists, and is popular among foreign tourists. The museum has a relaxed atmosphere that allows visitors to take their time to appreciate his works.
Hiraizumi is a 30-minute drive from the Shinkansen station. This is a sightseeing spot where the historical townscape flourished at the end of the Heian period and is registered as a World Heritage site. Hiraizumi is also popular among foreign tourists and attracts many visitors.
Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture has many attractive spots, such as nature and historical buildings, which we encourage you to visit.
Restaurants, Foods
Some restaurants and food shops around the station.
Yamanekoken (山猫軒駅前店)
Restaurant Type: Restaurant
Soba noodle shop (イーハトーブの里 新花巻店)
Restaurant Type: Soba noodle shop
Cafe restaurant CABIN (カフェレストランきゃびん)
Restaurant Type: Cafe
Tourist area
Some tourist area – the best views, museums and parks – around the station.
Future City Galaxy Earth railway mural (未来都市銀河地球鉄道壁画)
Tourist Area Type: Tourist attraction
This is a popular and romantic spot where a fantastic painting reminiscent of “Night on the Galactic Railroad” appears on a 10-meter-high, 80-meter-long retaining wall. Since the picture is painted with special paint, only the white outline can be seen during the daytime. Night is the best time to visit.
Miyazawa Kenji Museum (宮沢賢治記念館)
Tourist Area Type: Museum
The Kenji Miyazawa Memorial Museum opened in 1982 in Hu-Shiouzan, Hanamaki-City, a place associated with Miyazawa. It is a facility where visitors can encounter the world of Kenji Miyazawa, which covers a wide variety of genres. Screen images and related materials are categorized into five fields, and explanations of the creative process that led to his works and the latest research results are displayed and introduced. Visitors can feel the world of Ihatov.
Hanamaki Nitobe Museum (花巻新渡戸記念館)
Tourist Area Type: Museum
Hanamaki Nitobe Memorial Hall is located in Takamatsu, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, and was founded in 1991. Built on the site of the Nitobe family estate, the museum introduces the achievements of the Nitobe family, items related to them, and the world of Inazo Nitobe.
Hotels
There are various hotels around the station.
Kenjinoyadohonkan Kenjinoyado Car Rental (ケンジの宿本館 ・ケンジの宿レンタカー)
Hotel Route-Inn Hanamaki (ホテルルートイン花巻)
Tourist Information Center
Tourist information centers inside/around the station.
Have a nice visit !
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