Iwate Ichinoseki–Hiraizumi’s Recommended March-April Sightseeing, Part 1 — Chuson-ji, Motsu-ji, Genbi Gorge, and Geibi Gorge

Recommended for a March-April spring break or cherry blossom viewing trip!
Here’s a roundup of sightseeing spots in Iwate’s Ichinoseki–Hiraizumi area.

Here we introduce the spring scenery at the World Heritage Site of Hiraizumi’s “Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji,” the nationally designated Natural Monument “Genbi Gorge,” and one of Japan’s 100 Scenic Spots, “Geibi Gorge.”
These four spots are also popular as cherry blossom viewing destinations.

Shall we start getting ready for spring?

Also Famous as Cherry Blossom Spots! Spring at Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji

Amid the mild spring climate, why not take a leisurely tour of these temples and shrines?

Photo of Motsu-ji

Photo of Motsu-ji's cherry blossoms

Photo of Motsu-ji's cherry blossoms 2

Fresh greenery at Chuson-ji

Historic architecture surrounded by cherry blossoms and fresh green foliage.

See also: Autumn at Chuson-ji
A Winter Temple and Shrine Tour of Hiraizumi

★The cherry blossoms at Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji are at their best from late April!

Spectacular Views in Ichinoseki! Boat Rides and Flying Dango Too! Genbi Gorge and Geibi Gorge

~Genbi Gorge~
Cherry blossoms at Genbi Gorge

Cherry blossoms at Genbi Gorge 2

Cherry blossoms at Genbi Gorge 3

See also: Sightseeing at Genbi Gorge

~Geibi Gorge~
Cherry blossoms at Geibi Gorge

Boat ride at Geibi Gorge

Boat ride at Geibi Gorge 2

See also: Autumn Sightseeing at Geibi Gorge

★The cherry blossoms at Genbi Gorge and Geibi Gorge are at their best from late April!

Could This Be the Earliest in Ichinoseki!? BELLINO HOTEL’s Cherry Blossoms

Cherry blossoms at BELLINO HOTEL ICHINOSEKI

BELLINO HOTEL’s cherry blossoms bloom around April 1! They reach full bloom by mid-month! (Perhaps the earliest in Ichinoseki!?)