This is a two-day, one-night weekend excursion in Hachinohe guides you through all the highlights of the city of Hachinohe. Some of the must-sees include Hachinohe’s morning markets, yokocho (drinking alleyways), the national treasures & national park, and so much more.
- When to Go:
- Anytime
- Time required:
- 2 days, 1 night
Course Details
Day One
Hachinohe Station (arrive around noon)
Hon-Hachinohe Station
Hachinohe Portal Museum Hacchi
Required Time: 30~60 min
Prepare for the tour at this base of Hachinohe tourism where the appeal of the region is condensed and introduced.
Have lunch in Hacchi or downtown
Ride a Local City bus from the Hachinohe Downtown Terminal ‘Chuo Dori’ Bus Stop
Get off at the Korekawa Jomon-Kan Bus Stop
Korekawa Jomon Museum
Around: 60 min
See the national treasure “Gassho Dogu” which is a clay figure with its hands pressed together in prayer. The pose creates a unique presence for the figure.
Korekawa Jomon-Kan Bus Stop
Hachinohe Downtown Terminal (Mikkamachi) Bus Stop
Check into a Hotel in Downtown Hachinohe
Hachinohe’s Yokocho (Bar Alleyways)
The eight yokocho (side streets) in Hachinohe that run throughout the downtown area, are full of the atmosphere of Showa Japan. Enjoy a bar tour and indulge in delicious seafood and sake with the company of others.
»Indulge in the Rich Culinary Experiences & Atmosphere of Hachinohe’s Famous Yokocho Bar Alleyways
Return to Hotel
Day 2
Downtown hotel (depart at 6:00AM to 7:00AM)
Hachinohe Downtown Terminal (Jusannichimachi/Mikkamachi/Yokamachi) Stop
» Sunday morning market circuit bus “Isaba”
» The Nanbu Bus
Tatehana Gyoko-Mae Bus Stop
The Sunday Morning Market
The time required: 60+ minutes
This 800m-long market has over 300 vendors, making it the largest morning market in Japan, with over 10,000 visitors. The scale and variety of goods will surely surprise you!
Mutsuminato Station
Same Station
As the name Same (shark) suggests, there is a shark monument outside the station to greet you.
Kabushima
Time Required: 30 min
Observe black-tailed gulls nurturing their young from up close, then boost your luck by praying for your stock to increase at the Kabushima shrine.
»Walk
Get on at Kabushima Kaihin Koen Bus Stop
Get off at Ashigezaki Scenic Overlook Bus Stop
The Ashigezaki Scenic Overlook
Required time: 20 min
This observation deck was used as a military facility during wartimes. Take in a view of the Pacific Ocean while eating soft-serve ice cream from Horonbairu.
Nakasuka
This is a spot that typifies the Kaigan Coast, also referred to as “Hana no Nagisa” (Floral Beach), where seaside plants and alpine flora bloom along the walking trail.
»Shore of Flowers & Singing Sands Tanesashi Coast (The Ashigezaki Scenic Lookout & the Osuka Coast Area)
Osuka Beach
The time required: 20 minutes
Experience the singing sand, which squeaks under your feet on clear days. The large sandy beach and the sound of the waves will give you a sense of deep relaxation.
»Shore of Flowers & Singing Sands Tanesashi Coast (The Ashigezaki Scenic Lookout & the Osuka Coast Area)
Get on at Osuka Kaigan Bus Stop
Get off at Tanesashi Kaigan Information Center Bus Stop
Tanesashi Natural Lawn
The time required: 30+ minutes
The view of the vast greenery along the coast is like no other. Enjoy the view to your heart’s content while resting at the Tanesashi Coast Information Center.
An Incomparable View of Greenery The Tanesashi Coast (The Tanesashi Natural Lawn Area)
Tanesashi Coast Information Center Bus Stop
»Tanesashi Coast Sightseeing Bus Umineko
Same Station
Hachinohe Station
Hasshoku Center
The time required: 60 minutes
Finish off your trip by shopping at this huge market where you can purchase everything from fresh seafood, delicacies to souvenirs.
