Iwate

History

Discover the best History experiences and spots in Iwate, Japan, curated by Locals.

History spots in Iwate(6)

Chusonji Temple

Iwate

Chusonji Temple

A gilded hall built to mourn war dead, deep in Tohoku's hills.

Culture ExperienceHistory
Tono Furusato Village

Iwate

Tono Furusato Village

Thatched roofs and bent farmhouses frozen in Edo-era mountain life.

Culture ExperienceHistory
Motsuji Temple

Iwate

Motsuji Temple

A Heian paradise in moss and still water, 900 years intact.

Beautiful SceneryCulture ExperienceHistory
Takkoku no Iwaya Temple

Iwate

Takkoku no Iwaya Temple

A warrior god's shrine, chiseled into a cliff face 1,200 years ago.

Art & ArchitectureCulture ExperienceHistory
Tsuzuki Ishi Stone

Iwate

Tsuzuki Ishi Stone

A warrior monk may have stacked this stone—no one really knows.

Beautiful SceneryHistoryTrendy Places
Morioka Castle Ruins Park (Iwate Koen Park)

Iwate

Morioka Castle Ruins Park (Iwate Koen Park)

Granite walls from 1663, etched in verse by two hometown poets.

Beautiful SceneryHistory

Frequently asked questions

What History experiences can I find in Iwate?
In Iwate you can discover History activities and spots curated by WOW U's Locals, from guided experiences to must-visit places.
Can I book History activities in Iwate?
Yes. WOW U lets you browse and book History experiences in Iwate, hosted by vetted Locals.