Hanamaki has a huge range of things to see and do. You’ll no doubt want to check off all the major attractions, but you also can’t miss the surrounding bays that Iwate is known for. Our advice is to rent something that will take you from urban tours to lengthier journeys, like a standard vehicle. Collect your wheels from Hanamaki Airport (HNA-Iwate - Hanamaki), drive the 2 miles to the city center, and explore to your heart’s content. When you’re done, journey out of the city’s boundaries and soak up Mother Nature. Just remember to send us a couple of postcards along the way.