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Japan

Morioka / Samurai spirit lives on.

MeowScore 😻93/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

May

Beautiful cherry blossom festival with illuminations.

🌨️
january

Visit Morioka for the spectacular Snow Festival with great food and winter illuminations. ❄️🍲

🎁
february

Celebrate Valentine's Day at the Morioka Handmade Chocolate Fair. 🍫❤️

🌸
march

Enjoy the blooming cherry blossoms in Morioka Castle Ruins Park. 🌸🏯

🐉
april

Experience the Morioka Hachimangu Shrine Spring Festival with traditional music and dance. 🎶💃

🌅
may

Discover the beauty of the Tsunagi Cherry Blossom Festival with illuminations. 🌸✨

💃
june

Cool down with the Iwate Yosakoi Festival's energetic dancing and delicious shaved ice. 🕺🍧

🎊
july

Catch Morioka's Tanabata Festival with colorful streamers and fireworks. 🎆🎉

🏮
august

Refresh yourself with the lively Sansa Odori dance parade during Morioka's summer festival. 💃🎉

🍁
september

Taste the harvest at Morioka Autumn Food Festival with local dishes and sake. 🍶🍲

🎃
october

See autumn foliage at Gosho-zakura Park or experience the spooky Halloween Street on Kokubuncho. 🍂👻

🍂
november

Visit Morioka's hot springs for a relaxing soak while admiring the fall colors. 🍁♨️

🎁
december

Shop for unique souvenirs at the Christmas Market and enjoy the light-up at Konyacho. 🎄🛍️

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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As a visiting cat, I found the economical and shopping situation in Morioka to be moderately expensive. While there were some affordable options for food and souvenirs, bigger purchases such as clothing and electronics were quite pricey.

Check out local street markets for unique and affordable souvenirs. Avoid high-end shopping areas.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring local culture and history

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

exploring local culture and history

Morioka offers a unique insight into traditional Japan with its museums, parks, and hot springs.

Tipping

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No tipping culture in Japan

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture in Japan

Cash is preferred, splitting bills is not common, and leaving exact change is appreciated. It is considered impolite to tip in Japan.

internet situation

good Speed

decent speed, but could be better

great Availability

internet is widely available

great Cellular

good coverage, but some dead spots

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

JPY

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biking possible

Moderate infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure and parks

LGBTQ hostile

LGBTQ rights limited

Catnip paradise with towering paw-steriors and friendly feline locals.

Scratch your sense of adventure with paw-some food, museums and hot springs.

Things to do

The mainstream

🦁
Iwate Park Zoo
🌟
Jōbōji Temple
🐱
Iwate Museum of Art
🙏
Mitsuishi Shrine
🐾
Morioka Castle Ruins Park

The mainstream

🦁
Iwate Park Zoo

A wild and woolly zoo with more than 800 animals from around the world. From lions to pandas to monkeys, there's something for every cat to see. 🐨🐒👀

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🌟
Jōbōji Temple

A paws-itively stunning temple surrounded by cherry blossoms in the spring and koyo (autumn leaves) in the fall. A must-visit for cats who appreciate natural beauty. 🌸🍁😽

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🐱
Iwate Museum of Art

A feline-tastic museum featuring traditional and contemporary art by local and national artists. An art lover's dream come true. 🎨🖼️😸

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🙏
Mitsuishi Shrine

A meow-gnificent shrine known for its three sacred rocks in the middle of the river. A serene spot where cats can purr-fect their inner peace. ⛩️🌊😺

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🐾
Morioka Castle Ruins Park

A paw-some park with the ruins of the castle that once dominated the city. Perfect for cats who love history and outdoor adventures. 🏰🌳😻

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Off the beaten path

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Kakuyu-An
🐈
Morioka Handmade Market
🍶
Iwate Kura Brewery
🛀
Hanamaki Onsenkyo
🐾
Ryusendo Cave

Off the beaten path

🍵
Kakuyu-An

A tranquil Japanese garden with a traditional tea house. Perfect for cats looking to meditate and appreciate the beauty of nature 🍃🌸😌

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🐈
Morioka Handmade Market

A Saturday-only market featuring local artisans and fresh produce. From catnip toys to artisanal treats, the market offers something for every cat's taste 🛍️🍉😺

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🍶
Iwate Kura Brewery

A small sake brewery with cats and cat-lovers in mind. Try their limited edition cask-aged sake that pairs perfectly with fresh fish 🐟🍶😼

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🛀
Hanamaki Onsenkyo

A quiet onsen town in the mountains with stunning autumn foliage and snowscapes. Perfect for cats looking to relax and soak their paws 👀🍂❄️

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🐾
Ryusendo Cave

Mysterious underground caves for curious cats to explore. Crystal clear water reflections and illuminated tunnels will leave any cat in awe 😻🕳️

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biking possible

Moderate infrastructure

walkable -ish

Good infrastructure and parks

LGBTQ hostile

LGBTQ rights limited

Mindful meoweler tips

Morioka's famous noodles

Try Morioka Reimen, chilled noodles in a refreshing broth, or the local Jajamen, hot and spicy noodles topped with vegetables and minced meat.

Hanamaki Hot Springs

Take a day trip to Hanamaki to soak in the natural hot springs and enjoy the town's beautiful cherry blossoms in spring.

Wanko Soba Challenge

Participate in the unique Wanko Soba challenge, where servers continuously serve small bowls of noodles until the customer says stop!

Useful external sites

www.moriokatca.jp/english

Morioka Tourism and Convention Association↗

Official tourism website of Morioka with information on attractions, events, accommodations, and transportation.

www.city.morioka.iwate.jp/index.html

Morioka City Website↗

Official website of Morioka city with information on local government services, news, and events.

www.moriokahandworks.jp

Morioka Handi-Works Square↗

Website providing information on Morioka's traditional crafts, including workshops and purchasing information.

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