Morioka (盛岡市, Morioka-shi) is the capital city of Iwate Prefecture located in the Tōhoku region of northern Japan. On 1 August 2023, the city had an estimated population of 283,981 in 132,719 households, [ 1 ] and a population density of 320 per square kilometre (830/sq mi).

Morioka (盛岡) is the capital city of Iwate Prefecture, approximately 2.5 hours by the Tohoku Shinkansen north of Tokyo. Surrounded by mountains on three sides and blessed with multiple rivers, Morioka is an attractive city and a convenient transportation hub.

Dec 31, 2023 · Morioka is the capital and largest city of Iwate prefecture, which is named for Mt. Iwate. Iwate is located in the central part of Japan’s northeastern Tohoku region. What does Morioka mean? Morioka (Japanese: 盛岡) literally means “prosperous hill.”

Morioka is the capital city of Iwate Prefecture in the northern Tohoku region of Japan and located at the confluence of three rivers: Kitakami, Shizukiishi and Nakatsu.

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Mar 17, 2024 · Named the #2 must-visit destination in 2023 by the New York Times, Morioka has quickly become a hotspot for tourists. Located in northern Japan, just a 2.5-hour JR Tohoku Shinkansen ride from Tokyo, Morioka City offers an off-the-beaten-path experience brimming with Japan's hidden gems.

Morioka lies in the shadow of Mt. Iwate, on the Kitakami and Nakatsu rivers. A historic center of wealth and power in the area, the city has a rich cultural heritage of craft and music.

Nov 20, 2024 · Morioka, a city in northeastern Japan, is home to Western-style buildings from the Meiji period (1869-1912) and other historical sites that make it an irresistible destination. We explain how to get to Morioka and introduce the best places to …

Feb 18, 2025 · Located north of Tokyo at the base of Mount Iwate, Morioka is an often-overlooked destination for visitors who only spend a few days in Japan.

Aug 17, 2017 · Morioka is one of the major urban centers with 300,000 inhabitants. It is the capital city of Iwate prefecture, about halfway between Sendai and Aomori, and can be visited in a day or two. Starting at Iwate Park, located between the banks of Nakatsu river and Odori mall.