Iwayama Observatory
岩山展望台
An observation point about 340 meters above sea level on the eastern side of Morioka, offering views over the whole city and the distant Mount Iwate. It is the top choice for night views.
Iwayama lies to the east of Morioka’s city centre. The summit observatory offers views of the city, the Kitakami River and Mount Iwate to the northwest. At sunset, the mountain silhouette and city lights blend together, and locals regard it as a famous night-view spot. The mountain is also home to Iwayama Park and the ZOOMO animal park, where cherry blossoms and azaleas bloom in spring. There are no direct buses, so a taxi or private car from the city centre takes about 15 minutes. The observatory has a free car park. Mountain roads may be snow-covered in winter.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Morioka Hachimangu Shrine
- Azumaya Honten (Wanko Soba)
- Konyacho & Nakatsu River
- Iwate Bank Red Brick Building
- Morioka Takuboku & Kenji Museum
- Hoonji Temple
- Mitsuishi Shrine
- Morioka History and Culture Museum