Edo Period Onsen
Ninohe, located in northern Iwate Prefecture, offers a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. The city is home to the Basenkyo Gorge, where the Mabechi River flows between towering cliffs, and the Kunohe Castle ruins, a site of a notable 16th-century rebellion. Visitors can also relax at Kindaichi Onsen, a hot spring resort with a history dating back to the Edo period. For those interested in cultural heritage, the Ninohe History and Folklore Museum showcases artifacts from the region's past.
