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Naruko Onsen, Kurihara
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Naruko Onsen, Kurihara
Naruko Onsen, which is counted as one of the three famous hot springs in Oshu along with Iizaka Onsen in Fukushima Prefecture and Akiu Onsen in Miyagi Prefecture, is a hot spring resort with abundant hot water that allows you to experience various types of spring quality such as sulfur springs and barium springs. Why not enjoy a leisurely indoor bath tour using the "Yumeguri Ticket"? Alternatively, after enjoying climbing or autumn leaves on Mt. Kurikoma, it is also good to head to the hot springs to heal your fatigue. The symbol of the city, the kokeshi doll, is also famous, and it seems that you can encounter kokeshi dolls everywhere in the hot spring town!
Naruko Onsen, Kurihara
5 Highlights
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Naruko Gorge
A large gorge with a depth of 100 meters
This beautiful large gorge, carved out by the Ohtani River, is covered in lush greenery in spring and summer, and attracts many tourists in autumn when it is enveloped in red and yellow autumn leaves. The best view can be seen from the observation deck at the Naruko Gorge Rest House! There is also the Oofukazawa Promenade a little further away, where you can enjoy a stroll while admiring the nature of each season.
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Naruko Gorge
A large gorge with a depth of 100 meters
This beautiful large gorge, carved out by the Ohtani River, is covered in lush greenery in spring and summer, and attracts many tourists in autumn when it is enveloped in red and yellow autumn leaves. The best view can be seen from the observation deck at the Naruko Gorge Rest House! There is also the Oofukazawa Promenade a little further away, where you can enjoy a stroll while admiring the nature of each season.
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Naruko Onsen
A hot spring resort with a history of over 1000 years
There are five hot spring resorts in Naruko Onsen, each offering a unique hot spring experience. With about 400 springs, Naruko Onsen boasts nine out of the 11 types of hot spring water found in Japan.
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Naruko Onsen
A hot spring resort with a history of over 1000 years
There are five hot spring resorts in Naruko Onsen, each offering a unique hot spring experience. With about 400 springs, Naruko Onsen boasts nine out of the 11 types of hot spring water found in Japan.
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Japan Kokeshi Museum
A museum exhibiting kokeshi dolls from various regions in Tohoku
The Japan Kokeshi Museum was established thanks to the donation of poet and children's author Kaname Shizawa's collection to the former Naruko town, as well as the dedication of kokeshi dolls offered to the Kokeshi Festival every year by kokeshi craftsmen from all over Japan since 1957. Visitors can not only admire kokeshi dolls from all over Japan, but also see the actual production process, such as woodworking and lacquer painting.
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Japan Kokeshi Museum
A museum exhibiting kokeshi dolls from various regions in Tohoku
The Japan Kokeshi Museum was established thanks to the donation of poet and children's author Kaname Shizawa's collection to the former Naruko town, as well as the dedication of kokeshi dolls offered to the Kokeshi Festival every year by kokeshi craftsmen from all over Japan since 1957. Visitors can not only admire kokeshi dolls from all over Japan, but also see the actual production process, such as woodworking and lacquer painting.
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Chestnut Dango
A dumpling wrapped in mochi (sticky rice cake) and coated with sweet soy sauce and chestnut paste
One of Miyagi's hidden specialties is the "Chestnut Dango," which cannot be missed when visiting Naruko Onsen. A whole piece of sweet chestnut is wrapped in freshly pounded mochi and topped with hot sweet soy sauce. It is a friendly and slightly luxurious Japanese sweet that even those who are not fond of sweets should try.
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Chestnut Dango
A dumpling wrapped in mochi (sticky rice cake) and coated with sweet soy sauce and chestnut paste
One of Miyagi's hidden specialties is the "Chestnut Dango," which cannot be missed when visiting Naruko Onsen. A whole piece of sweet chestnut is wrapped in freshly pounded mochi and topped with hot sweet soy sauce. It is a friendly and slightly luxurious Japanese sweet that even those who are not fond of sweets should try.
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Shiso Maki (Perilla Leaf Roll)
A specialty of Naruko beloved as a snack for common people
This is a specialty dish originating from Naruko, where sesame seeds and walnuts are kneaded into "Sendai miso," a product that represents Miyagi, and wrapped in shiso leaves before being deep-fried. It has a refreshing taste and is easy to eat, making it a popular snack among common people. There is a theory that it was originally created by Date Masamune for the hot spring guests in Naruko! Nowadays, it is sold all year round at supermarkets and Michi-no-Eki (roadside rest areas) in Miyagi, and has become a beloved food known as a snack for common people.
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Shiso Maki (Perilla Leaf Roll)
A specialty of Naruko beloved as a snack for common people
This is a specialty dish originating from Naruko, where sesame seeds and walnuts are kneaded into "Sendai miso," a product that represents Miyagi, and wrapped in shiso leaves before being deep-fried. It has a refreshing taste and is easy to eat, making it a popular snack among common people. There is a theory that it was originally created by Date Masamune for the hot spring guests in Naruko! Nowadays, it is sold all year round at supermarkets and Michi-no-Eki (roadside rest areas) in Miyagi, and has become a beloved food known as a snack for common people.
Recommended Spots
Local Cuisine
Kuri Dango
A dumpling wrapped in mochi with a sweet soy sauce glaze and a whole candied chestnut inside.
When you come to Naruko Onsen, you can't miss the hidden famous sweet of Miyagi, "Kuri Dango". A whole candied chestnut is wrapped in freshly pounded mochi, and it is finished by pouring hot sweet soy sauce glaze on top. It is a friendly and slightly luxurious Japanese sweet that we want even those who are not good at sweet things to taste.
Shiso Maki
A specialty loved as a snack for common people in Naruko.
Shiso Maki is a specialty dish originated in Naruko, where sesame and walnuts are kneaded into "Sendai Miso," a product representing Miyagi, and wrapped in shiso leaves before being fried. It has a refreshing taste and can be eaten quickly. There is also a theory that it was originally made by Date Masamune for hot spring guests in Naruko! Nowadays, it is sold all year round at supermarkets and roadside stations in Miyagi, and has become a beloved food called a snack for common people.
Hanayama Soba
A fragrant soba that even soba enthusiasts will be amazed by.
The foothills of Mt. Kurikoma, where there is a large temperature difference between day and night, is a well-known region for delicious soba. Soba has been cultivated in the Hanayama area since ancient times and has been valued as a substitute food during rice crop failures. During the season of new soba, you can enjoy sweet and fragrant soba.
Kurikoma Koei Iwana Donburi
A brand product of Kurikoma, nurtured by the clear water at the foot of Mount Kurikoma.
The Kurikoma Koei area is said to be the birthplace of Japanese char farming, and the char grown in the clear water at the foot of Mount Kurikoma has a firm texture and is very delicious. Iwana Donburi is a brand product of Kurikoma, and the sweet and salty sauce is a truly appetizing dish.
Soba Dango
Local cuisine made with soba flour produced in Kurihara city.
Soba Dango was developed as a new local cuisine in Kurihara city. Soba flour is mixed with water and air to create a fluffy texture. The flavor of soba flour and the fluffy and chewy texture are its characteristics. It goes well with soy sauce-based soup and warms both the body and the soul.
Basic Information
Hotel Average Cost
¥7,284
Average Budget
(1 night, 2 days)
(1 night, 2 days)
¥30,628
Best Season
8~12 Month
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