Tourists are flocking to the Hachimantai Aspite Line, a scenic road connecting northern Japan's Iwate and Akita prefectures, ...

The technical term for the event is “coupling,” but it’s known colloquially as the “Shinkansen kiss.” For Japanese rail fans, it’s a big deal. For foreigners, it is a unique insight into the ...

The Story of Morioka's Iconic Noodles Posted: March 25, 2025 | Last updated: March 26, 2025 "Discover the rich history and cultural significance behind Morioka's iconic noodles. From their unique ...

MORIOKA--With a population of under 300,000 people, this city has found itself suddenly in the global spotlight after placing second in this year’s “52 Places to Go” list from The New York ...

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During the suspension, the Akita Shinkansen Komachi continued running between Akita and Morioka stations, and the Yamagata Shinkansen Tsubasa continued operating between Shinjo and Yamagata and ...

The Mikoda Morning Market has been known as "Morioka's kitchen" for almost 50 years. But it is not only the fresh produce that warms the hearts of customers even on chilly mornings.

No dia 2 de abril, um urso entrou nas dependências de um templo budista no centro da cidade de Morioka, província de Iwate. Segundo funcionários da prefeitura, ursos ficam mais ativos na primavera.

Morioka is perhaps most famous for its noodle-eating challenge and a popular summer festival. But inside its train station awaits one of Japan’s most curious treasures. A spectacle to get the ...