Gaiyama Kogen

Gaiyama Kogen has vast grasslands, forests, streams, and lakes, allowing you to enjoy outdoor activities such as nature walks, trekking, camping, fishing, and skiing. In particular, the autumn foliage is beautiful, attracting many tourists. At Gaiyama Forest Park, you can experience shiitake mushroom planting. Participants will receive two shiitake planting logs as a gift. As the weather can be changeable, it's recommended to check the weather forecast before visiting. In addition, insect repellent measures are necessary in the summer when there are many insects.

In the area surrounding Gaiyama Kogen, there are restaurants and dining halls where you can enjoy delicious meals, including "Wanko Soba," a specialty of Iwate Prefecture. There are also hot spring facilities where you can relax and relieve your fatigue. There are also tourist spots in Morioka City and throughout Iwate Prefecture. We recommend referring to Iwate Prefecture's tourism portal site, "Iwate no Tabi." You can also stay in the Gaiyama Kogen area and enjoy nature at a leisurely pace.

Gaiyama Kogen is a place where you can enjoy beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. In spring, you can enjoy azaleas, in summer, highland pines, and in autumn, autumn leaves. In winter, the ski resort opens and you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding. From the highlands, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Morioka City and the surrounding mountains. Especially in autumn, the autumn leaves are beautiful and many tourists visit. As the weather is changeable, it is recommended to check the weather forecast before visiting.

There are plenty of tourist spots for families to enjoy in the area surrounding Gaiyama Kogen. Gaiyama Forest Park is popular among families as it has camping and barbecue areas, playground equipment, and more. You can also experience shiitake mushroom cultivation. There are also other tourist spots in Morioka City and throughout Iwate Prefecture. We recommend referring to Iwate Prefecture's tourism portal site, "Iwate no Tabi."

Access to Gaiyama Kogen is possible by public transportation such as Iwate-ken Kita Jidousha or JR Bus. There are also accommodation facilities around Gaiyama Kogen. It's a popular spot for travelers because you can enjoy different scenery depending on the season in a place rich in nature. Since the weather is changeable, it's recommended to check the weather forecast when visiting.