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Morioka City Cycle with local guide: Temples, Treats & Townscapes

By Northern Japan Horizons
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Overview

A cycling tour you must experience when visiting the Tohoku
region！
＜Overview＞
Cycle into the Heart of Morioka Hop on a ebike and uncover Morioka’s hidden gems on this dynamic city ride! Cruise past riverside bridges and bustling shopping streets, explore ancient shrines and castle ruins, and dive into local legends at sacred stone sites. This half-day adventure is the perfect blend of history, culture, and urban exploration—an unforgettable way to experience the spirit of Morioka on two wheels.

＜Highlight＞
・Use Ebikes to explore Morioka's highlights
・Visit Sakurayama Shrine and Morioka Castle grounds
・Learn about Iwate Prefectures namesake at Mitsuishi Shrine

Activity location

  • Iwate Park (Koen)
    • 1-37 Uchimaru,
    • 020-0023, Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Morioka Station Waterfall Square
    • 1
    • 020-0034, Morioka, Iwate, Japan

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ebike rental
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide and instructor fee
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and beverages
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transportation to the meeting place
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Please purchase your own cycling insurance

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Morioka Odori Shopping Street (Pass by)
Cruise past the iconic Kaiunbashi Bridge, with its picturesque views of the Kitakami River and Mt. Iwate in the distance. Glide through the vibrant Odori shopping street, lined with local boutiques and cafes, before pausing to visit the serene Sakurayama Shrine, tucked away beside a quiet forest grove.
Iwate Park (Koen)
  • 1h 30m
Next, explore the scenic Morioka Castle Ruins Park, where stone walls and leafy paths hint at the city's feudal past. Continue your ride past traditional machiya townhouses, offering a glimpse into historic city life, and make your way toward the grand Hachimangu Shrine (ride past), an important spiritual site for locals.
Mitsuishi Shrine
  • 1h 30m
Stop for a moment at Mitsuishi Shrine, home to the legendary “Three Rock Deities,” tied to the origin story of the Iwate name. Then cruise by the beloved local bakery Fukuda-pan, famous for its custom-made sandwich rolls that draw long lines of loyal fans. Your ride comes full circle as you return to Morioka Station, wrapping up a journey that blends culture, nature, and local flavor—perfect for those who want to experience Morioka beyond the guidebooks.

Location

Activity location

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    Iwate Park (Koen)
    • 1-37 Uchimaru,
    • 020-0023, Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Morioka Station Waterfall Square
    • 1
    • 020-0034, Morioka, Iwate, Japan

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