Isawa Dam (胆沢ダム), Oshu for You Ep. 11
See the cool, refreshing natural sights in Oshu, Iwate, Japan. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, driving: we’ve got all the nature and water you need to keep cool and relaxed.
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
Oshu TABI ROMAN #06～Oshu City Yakeishi-Dake Hot Springs HIMEKAYU～
【explanation】
After climbing Yakeishi-Dake or sightseeing around Isawa, stop in at Yakeishi-Dake Hot Springs HIMEKAYU.
There are two fountainheads with different hot spring qualities. Locally, it is known as the “BIHADA NO YU” (Waters of Beautiful Skin).
The views of the mountains and Isawa Dam from the open-air baths and the rooms are wonderful.
【narration】
The season for summer mountaineering has finally arrived.
Taneyama Heights and Yakeishi Mountains in Oshu are opened on June 1.
Today we are visiting the YAKEISHI-DAKE Hot Springs HIMEKAYU at the base of the YAKEISHI Mountains.
It is about a 30 minute drive to HIMEKAYU from the Mizusawa Interchange on the Tohoku Expressway, and 20 minutes from the YAKEISHI-DATE trailhead.
We’re here!
“Welcome!”
OK. Shall we start with a bath?
Let’s take a look at the open-air bath.
This space gives you a sense of freedom.
There are two fountainheads with different spring water qualities.
Both are smooth and feel as if they adhere to your skin.
Local people are quite familiar with this “BIHADA NO YU” (Waters of Beautiful Skin).
You might end up unintentionally staying in the bath for a long time gazing at the snow remaining on the Yakeishi Mountains.
And now it’s time to enjoy the evening meal.
The ingredients used are harvested locally.
This o-mochi (rice cakes) is called “JUNE-MOCHI.”
“JUNE” is from the local dialect for “wild sesame” grain. It is one of the local specialties.
There are various selections for those who do not stay the night as well.
The ingredients here are also made locally.
The rooms have beautiful views, where you can see the Yakeishi Mountains and Isawa Dam. It will give you a feeling of relaxation.
Climb Yakeishi-Dake. Take a bath. Eat some delicious food.
This has been a really happy day.
If you come to this area, please stop by HIMEKAYU’s “BIHADA NO YU.” We look forward to serving you.
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Oshu TABI ROMAN #26〜Taking a drive through Oshu in the Autumn〜
【explanation】
This season, let HATTO-KUN, the mascot for “OSHU HATTO” guide the senior generation on a tour of recommended sites for Oshu in the autumn.
You find where to enjoy MOMIJI-GARI (maple viewing) and where to find one of Oshu’s specialties, HATTO (a type of soup with flour dumplings in it), as well as some historical sites and hot springs to complete your journey.
【narration】
Hello. I’m HATTO-KUN, the mascot for “Oshu HATTO (a type of soup with flour dumplings in it).”
If you are heading west, I’ve got the perfect trip for the senior generation to make by car.
First head to the “OSHU-KO CHOBODAI (Lake Oshu Tower).”
You can enjoy the scenic Yakeishi Mountains and MOMIJIGARI (maple viewing) around Isawa Dam.
This weekend should offer the best viewing.
From Isawa Dam, head east on Route 397 for about 30 minutes.
Have some lunch at “OFUKURO.”
I recommend the “Dam Gozen.”
You can dine on five different types of Oshu’s specialty, HATTO, including soup and Azuki beans.
“Most of the ingredients used come from right here in the Tanko region. We are proud of the healthy meals we provide.”
Keep going east towards Mizusawa.
The city scape once prospered as a castle town of 16,000 KOKU (a unit of measurement roughly 150kg).
One of the samurai residences is the former home of one of Oshu’s famous son’s, Shinpei Goto.
The simple layout features an earthen floor, reception room, and shed where the peaceful lifestyle of the past can be remembered.
The BUKE JUTAKU (Samurai Residence) Reference Center is nearby. In addition to maps of Mizusawa Castle, tools and other items used by warriors and peasants in their daily lives are on exhibit. It is a good chance to learn about history.
After getting tired from all that walking, the best thing to do is to head for the ONSEN (hot springs).
This is SAKURA-NO-YU, part of Isawa River Hot Springs.
In addition to a large bath and open-air bath, you can also choose from a free-flowing cypress bath or Jacuzzi-style.
Go to the Mizusawa Tourist Promotion Center, Z-Plaza ATERUI to pick up some souvenirs.
You’ll find many specialties, as well as tourist information.
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Oshu TABI ROMAN #09 Experiencing Nature on Location ~Koromogawa Furusato SHIZENJUKU~
【explanation】
“Little Forest,” a movie filmed in Koromogawa-ku, Oshu, will open nationwide in August.
The story is of a person who moves from the big city to a mountain village, changing her lifestyle to live on her own. The original story comes from a comic book of the same name.
Koromogawa-ku, Oshu-shi was deemed perfect by the author of the popular comic and filmdom to show living with nature.
The “Koromogawa Furusato SHIZENJUKU (nature school)” where one can experience contact with nature is located there.
【narration】
A press conference was held on June 8 concerning the film “Little Forest,” at Koromogawa Furusato SHIZENJUKU (nature school) in Oshu.
Ai Hashimoto has been cast in the leading role.
The original story comes from the comic book of the same name, by Daisuke Igarashi.
In the film, the main character leaves the big city to move to the mountain village of Koromogawa in Oshu to live on her own. The story tells of how she finds a new way of life.
Many extras were used on location in the tale of her interactions with Oshu residents.
When asked about her impression of the location, Ms. Hashimoto said, “I felt that it is tough to live in the midst of a harsh natural environment.”
The “Koromogawa Furusato SHIZENJUKU” in Koromogawa-ku, Oshu is a facility for experiencing nature that the author of the popular comic book and filmdom felt was perfect.
We would like to tell you about that introduction, as well as current events for inviting participants.
“The Furusato SHIZENJUKU includes six cottages, four bungalows, a study hall where you can enjoy cooking and crafts, and the former Omori Branch School for indoor recreation.”
In the Study Hall, you can make noodles and sausages, make wood crafts, and do dyeing, as well as catch char (a type of fish).
You can also borrow or rent cooking utensils, blankets and barbecue stoves. If you bring your own ingredients, you can fix a meal and sleep over.
“We have an upcoming event. This coming Saturday, July 5, we will have the ‘Little Harvest Festival in the Big Woods.’ Please come and join us.”
You can make and eat SUITON (flour dumplings boiled in soup), broil char with salt and MISO (soybean paste) rice balls while watching the fireflies.
The event costs 1,300 for adults and 700 for children elementary school age and under.
The deadline for applications is June 27. Call the Koromogawa Furusato SHIZENJUKU or the Koromogawa Regional Center for inquiries.
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Nabe Party (鍋料理パーティ), Oshu for You Ep. 15
The joys of winters in Japan: cook nabe (hot pot) and eat with your friends in a comfy kotatsu (heated table). Bill, Kevin and Dean guide you through the whole lovely process, from shopping for ingredients to preparing and eating the nabe. On the way, we get seriously sidetracked at local farmer’s market Raimu-kun, which has an all you can eat strawberry farm, a wide selection of local fruits, veggies and other products, and the best gourmet beef you will ever put in your mouth.
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
Esashi International Relay Race (えさし国際交流マラソン), Oshu for You Ep. 9
Ever wonder what running a race in Japan is like? Go for the gold with Amanda, Nate, Dean and Satoru at the Esashi International Relay Race in Esashi, Oshu, Iwate. They may not get first place, but who needs to take first place when you have great weather, Japanese snack stalls, and a nice run with friends?
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
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Oshu City All Memories - oct 2015
The first time i went to Japan.
Himekayu Ski Resort & Hot Springs (姫かゆスキー場、ひめかゆ温泉), Oshu for You Ep. 3
Skiing in Japan! You might only know about resorts like Zao, but Iwate has many lovely ski resorts and our fluffy snow is to die for. Let Will guide you through skiing in Himekayu and join him for a hot bath in the hot springs afterward!
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
Taneyama Highland (種山高原), Oshu for You Ep. 5
Also the site for Kesen Rock Festival, the Taneyama Highlands in Oshu, Iwate, Japan are a great place to bring your friends and family for picnics, hiking, camping and barbeques. There are lovely log cabins for the non-camping inclined, plus soothing baths and seriously delicious beef.
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
Railway Festival 2014 (奥州市鉄道フェスタ2014), Oshu for You Ep. 10
Love model trains? Love bullet trains? Then gather around for the Railway Festival (Tetsudo Festa) held in Oshu, Iwate, Japan!
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
Hibuse Matsuri (日高火防祭), Oshu for You Ep. 4
Coming to Japan? You have to try going to a festival, or “matsuri.” Come with Bill and Amanda as they eat, drink and generally have a great time at the Hibuse Matsuri in Oshu, Iwate Prefecture. The Hibuse Matsuri has a history of over 300 years. The highlight is when the nine “hayashi” floats parade through the streets while the children and adults on the float play elegant music on taiko drums, flutes and shamisen.
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
NAOJ Mizusawa Campus (国立天文台水沢), Oshu for You Ep. 1
Astronomical supercomputers, radio telescopes , and the mysteries of the universe! Join Bill and Perly as they explore Mizusawa VLBI Observatory, an NAOJ (National Astronomical Observatory of Japan) station in Mizusawa, Oshu, Iwate!
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
Esashi Fujiwara no Sato (えさし藤原の郷), Oshu for You Ep. 12
If you’re looking for a good tourism spot to vist in Tohoku, Esashi Fujiwara no Sato in Esashi, Oshu, Iwate Prefecture has you covered. Join Perly, Mary, Amanda and Dean as they battle it out in samurai armor, channel Katniss at the Japanese archery section, get eaten by an “oni” and eat a wide selection of hot and cold noodles including Morioka reimen.
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
Maesawa Cattle Museum (奥州市牛の博物館), Oshu for You Ep. 8
Interested in weird Japanese museums? Mooooove on up to Iwate to see the cattle museum in Maesawa, Oshu, Iwate, the only museum in Japan dedicated to cattle!
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.
September 13- ISAWA
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Horseback Archery (流鏑馬), Oshu for You Ep. 7
Hit a target with an arrow. Sounds hard? Try hitting a target with an arrow *on the back of a moving horse.* Japanese traditional horseback archery, or “yabusame,” is exactly that. Join Nate and Michael for a peek into the heart-stopping, galloping world of yabusame in Koromogawa, Oshu, Iwate! Plus: local taiko drum performances and Japanese snacks like yakitori.
About the ILC and Oshu for You:
The International Linear Collider is an international project that will try to uncover the mysteries of the universe with the most powerful electron accelerator in history, and the Kitakami site (including Oshu city) is a candidate site for the ILC. Oshu city is located in the southern part of Iwate Prefecture, Tohoku, Japan.
In this series, we showcase some of the many wonderful sites in and around Oshu city! This video is produced by the International ILC Support Committee, the Oshu International Relations Association, and Oshu City.