If you’re after day-trip inspiration, we know just the place. Located 50 miles away, Morioka is worth hopping in the car for. See the best sights beginning with Iwate Museum of Art, Morioka Hachiman-gu Shrine and Morioka Castle. Don’t miss Aomori either! Just 60 miles away, Aomori Museum of Art, Nebuta Museum WARASSE and Gappo Park are must-sees here.