Sakuragawa Hachiman, Mizusawa, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Explore the historic Isawa Castle Ruins, an ancient site established approximately 1200 years ago by Sakanoue no Tamuramaro to subdue the Aterui forces and pacify the region. While the castle structures are no longer visible and the grounds now consist of fields, visitors can immerse themselves in the area's rich history. The Isawa Castle Guidance Facility (Oshu City Buried Cultural Property Research Center) offers insights into the castle's past (entry fee: ¥300). Located in Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, the ruins are accessible by a 15-minute bus ride from Mizusawa Station. The best time to visit is during the day to fully appreciate the expansive landscape.