Hiraizumi begins Here
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- Maizuru Inn
- Newly remodeled in 2018 to bring our guests the best possible experience, we strive to offer you a comfortable and restful stay.
Enjoy the regional tastes of every season with fresh vegetables and ingredients from our garden, and local specialties on the menu.
When you stay with us, you can enjoy Hiraizumi both within our doors and beyond.
- Dining
- We believe our guests should be confident in the quality and safety of everything on their plate. To that end, our ingredients are sourced from trusted, proven local suppliers, and from our own personal gardens.
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- Premium Course
- 1 night stay / Breakfast and Dinner incl. from ¥9,800〜 (per person)
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- Standard Course
- 1 night stay / Breakfast and Dinner incl. from ¥7,800〜 (per person)
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- Choice of western or Japanese-style breakfast
- Accommodations
- The following room styles and sizes are available at our inn.
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- Twin Beds
- En suite Toilet and Bath.
- Sleeps two. One room available.
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- Tatami Room, 15㎡
- En suite Toilet (no bath).
- Sleeps five. One room available.
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- Tatami Room, 11㎡
- En suite Toilet (no bath).
- Sleeps three. Two rooms available.
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- Tatami Room, 9㎡
- En suite Toilet and Bath.
- Sleeps three. One room available.
- En suite Toilet (no bath).
- Sleeps three. One room available.
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- ※1 En suite toilet with bath.
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- ※2 Shared bathing room.
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- Room Features / Amenities
- Toilet / Sink / TV / AC / Tea set / Refrigerator / Hair dryer / Electric kettle / Slippers / Yukata (Male sizes M, L, XL. Female sizes M, L) / Bath and face towels / Wi-Fi
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- [Fee Applies:]
- ■Colored Yukata rentals
- ■Toothbrush/Toothpaste, Comb, Razor
Please Note: All interior areas and guest rooms are non-smoking. A smoking area is provided outside the front entrance.
- Directions
- We hope to see you soon.
- Seven minute walk from Hiraizumi Station
- From Ichinoseki Station, seven minutes by rail to Hiraizumi Station
- From Hanamaki Airport, 9 minutes by car to Hanamaki Station
From Hanamaki Station, 48 minutes by rail to Hiraizumi Station
- 130 Shirayama, Hiraizumi, Iwate, Japan 029-4102
Tel (+81)191-78-4070 - http://www.maizuru-hiraizumi.com/
- contact@maizuru-hiraizumi.com
- Chūson-ji
- Chūson-ji Temple was originally founded in the year 850 by the Buddhist abbot Ennin, but found the height of its glory many years later under the Fujiwara family, the 12th century rulers of Hiraizumi. The Fujiwara sponsored widescale expansion, building as many as 40 shrines and prayer halls and residences for over 300 monks. Most of the temple has been lost, but the resplendent Golden Hall and a wealth of art and artifacts still survive.
- Mōtsū-ji
- Founded together with Chūson-ji by the abbot Ennin in the year 850, Mōtsū-ji Temple was later sponsored and expanded by the Fujiwara family in the 12th century. Surpassing even Chūson-ji at its height, Mōtsū-ji was thought to be nearly unrivaled in size and splendor in its time. The temple garden has been completely restored and appears today nearly exactly as it did over 800 years ago.
- Takkoku-no-Iwaya
- Takkoku-no-Iwaya Temple was built over 1200 years ago to commemorate imperial general Sakanoue’s victory over the bandit warlord Akurō, and dedicated to the god of victory, Bishamon. The original temple held 108 statues of Bishamon carved by renowned Kyoto artisans and kept in the cave concealed by the shrine, but most were lost along with the rest of the temple in a fire. The current shrine building was rebuilt in 1961. Alongside the striking cliffside shrine, an oversized Buddha carving hewn into the cliff survives partially intact, the northernmost example of its kind on mainland Japan.
- Shōbō-ji
- Originally one of the three head temples of the Soto Zen school of Buddhism, Shōbō-ji temple today stands outside Ōshu city. Many of the older structures have been damaged by fires or natural wear, but the 17th century outer gate, 19th century prayer hall, and 19th century kitchen still survive. The prayer hall is believed to have the largest thatched roof in Japan.
Once a training facility for hundreds of Soto monks, you too can experience a facet of temple life with meditation practice sessions and a Buddhist vegetarian meal (by reservation).
- Geibikei
- Selected by national vote as one of Japan’s 100 most scenic destinations, and designated a natural heritage site by the country, the Geibikei river gorge was carved through limestone foothills by coarse ironsand carried downstream, and now forms a mountain valley running for approximately 2 kilometers (1.2 miles). The cliffs tower overhead on either side of the river, climbing to over 100 meters tall in places.
Today, visitors to Geibikei can ride the funekudari cruise, where a boatman poles their wide-bottomed craft up the valley. Passengers can enjoy the rugged scenery of the cliffs contrasted against the placid river, the mountain blossoms and the foliage, the birdsong, the river fish in the clear waters, and the traditional boatman’s song ringing out clearly against the cliffs. The views can change dramatically with the seasons, and even in winter a covered boat equipped with a heater allows guests to enjoy the snowy scenery. Lean back and take in the sights and sounds on this relaxing 90-minute river ride and let the water carry your troubles away.
- Genbikei
- Flowing from Kurikoma mountain to Ichinoseki city, the Iwai River has gradually eaten away at the stone to form Genbikei gorge. The cliffs near the headwaters form rugged shapes as the water hurtles over falls, transitioning to gentle swirls and eddies downriver, creating a dramatic contrast for visitors traversing the gorge’s 2 kilometer length. The emerald green waters, polished stone, and striking seasonal foliage contribute to the view and earn the gorge its place in Japan’s natural heritage registry. Besides the view, Genbikei is famous for the long-standing “flying dango” teahouse, from which stretches a ropeline with a hanging basket to collect payment and deliver servings of sweet and gooey dango dumplings to the far side of the gorge. Enjoy the unique sights and traditional Japanese confections on your visit to this striking landmark.