Koiwai Farm

Koiwai Nojo Makiba-en

Recharge your batteries in this massive farmland backed by stunning views of Mount Iwate!

With a history stretching back over 120 years, Koiwai Farm is an important local landmark with part of its vast 3,000-hectare grounds, known as “Makiba-en”, open to the public. Visitors can enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings, learn about the production of a range of dairy products and visit some of the 21 buildings on the farm designated Important Cultural Properties.


The precious buildings include the farm’s original head office referenced in the work of the acclaimed poet Kenji Miyazawa, along with a number of cattle barns and silos. Most of the functioning buildings were constructed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A number of guided tours are available, those that take a look inside these buildings not generally open to the public are particularly popular. The forest rejuvenation tour is another favourite with visitors. The tour travels around the farm’s private forest area on a special tractor-pulled carriage and includes a guided walk in the woodlands.


A wide range of activities is available including horseback riding, butter churning, trampolining and shepherding performances.


Visitors can enjoy sampling a number of dishes and sweets made with fresh farm produce. Their ice cream made with fresh milk produced on the farm in particular is a must-try!


On winter evenings the farm transforms into a magical wonderland of colourful illuminated displays, one of the most popular winter attractions in Tohoku, fascinating its many visitors.


The farm’s famous lone cherry blossom tree, standing alone in a field with Mount Iwate in the background, is simply beautiful when in full bloom.


A thematic journey in the Tohoku region:Outdoor activities

General Information

Address
岩手県Shizukuishi, Iwate-gun36-1 Maruyachi
Prices
Admission
Adults: 800 yen
Children: 300 yen
Opening Times
Open:
9:00-17:30 from April 20 to September 30
9:00-17:00 from October 1 to November 4
Opening hours vary depending on events during winter season
Check the official website for more details
Closures
Closed: From February 25 to March 8 (all facilities are closed.)
Directions
15 minutes by car from Morioka IC on Tohoku Expressway
30 minutes by bus from Morioka Station on Tohoku Shinkansen Line
10-15 minutes by taxi from Koiwai Station on JR Tazawako Line
Car Park
Parking:
30 spaces available for large coaches
1,500 spaces available for ordinary vehicles
Official Website
https://www.koiwai.co.jp
Word-of-mouth
Reviews (TripAdvisor)

Contact

Telephone Number
019-692-4321

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