Kura Hotel Ichinoseki

Kura Hotel Ichinoseki is a lodging facility about a 5-minute walk from JR Ichinoseki Station. It offers convenient access to Hiraizumi, a World Heritage area where you can experience history at famous temples like Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji—about 20 minutes away by bus. Nature lovers can also visit scenic areas with unusual rock formations, waterfalls, and emerald-green streams; there is a walking trail that takes about 45 minutes to loop around. You can also try the local specialty "Kakkou Dango," also known as "Flying Dango," and see what makes it unique. In hydrangea season, Michinoku Ajisai-en opens to the public, featuring about 200 varieties and 20,000 hydrangea plants along a 1.5 km walking path, making it a wonderful seasonal outing. The hotel property includes a historic "kura" (storehouse) that has stood since the Edo period, letting you feel a sense of history. There is also a bar converted from the kura that is available only to guests. Dining highlights include satisfying 100% buckwheat soba, seasonal ingredients, charcoal-grilled Sendai beef tongue, and Sanriku seafood—an excellent way to enjoy Tohoku flavors.