Shidotaira Travel Guide
Hanamaki
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Popular places to visit
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Kiyomizu-dera Temple is just one of the places to see in Hanamaki, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.
Kenji Miyazawa Memorial Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Kenji Miyazawa Memorial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Hanamaki. Discover the area's museums and spas.
Hanamaki Onsen Rose Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Hanamaki Onsen Rose Garden, a lovely green space in Yumoto-naka-yashiki. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its spas.
Hanamaki City Museum
You can study the exhibits at Hanamaki City Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hanamaki. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums.
Hanamaki Castle
You can find out about the history of Hanamaki with a stop at Hanamaki Castle. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its spas.
Miyazawa Kenji Fairy Tales Village
You can study the exhibits at Miyazawa Kenji Fairy Tales Village, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Hanamaki. Discover the area's museums and spas.
Top hotels in Shidotaira
Yusen Shidate
Staff was super nice at this property. Service was top of the line. They even drove us up and down the road even though we could've walked. Food was delicious, elaborate, and made with superb craftsmanship. Room was so comfortable probably one of the most comfortable ryokans we have stayed at. Private ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2019
Yu No Mori Hotel Shidotaira
ANA Holiday Inn Iwate Kitakami by IHG
Overall it was a wonderful stay. Short walk from the train station. Staff are professional and pleasant. Rooms are comfortable!
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Toyoko Inn Kitakami Station Shinkan Line
Hotel Shion
One of the baths was shut down unexpectedly for repairs. They drove us to a connected hotel so we could use that facility.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Tsunagi Onsen Shikitei
The staff were very friendly and attentive! The ryokan was beautiful in the snow. In the best possible way, we had a great time laughing with the staff over my stilted Japanese. The lady who showed us our room went above and beyond to make us feel at home. We had a lovely time at Shikitei, and I ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
