Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Morioka February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Morioka Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Morioka.dx6128410)[Hotels in Morioka](https://expedia.co.uk/Morioka-Hotels.d6128410.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Morioka](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Morioka.d6128410.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Morioka Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Morioka.d6128410.Car-Hire-Guide)[Morioka Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Morioka.d6128410.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Morioka ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Morioka Types of activities [Morioka travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Morioka.dx6128410) ![Morioka, a beautiful city in Northern Japan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128410/2301d443-6d06-4286-b2d1-336ad6ae8160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Morioka, a beautiful city in Northern Japan ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128410/2301d443-6d06-4286-b2d1-336ad6ae8160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Morioka Castle - Morioka, Iwate, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128410/7a40a85c-8af3-40e7-9286-c33f2462f5ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mount Iwate and Kitakami River as seen from the Asahi bridge in Morioka, Iwate Prefecture, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128410/b16e8312-f93b-409d-95c6-90c155f9f567.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128410/b16e8312-f93b-409d-95c6-90c155f9f567.jpg) by [Noriko YAMAMOTO](https://www.flickr.com/people/42817665@N06) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ![林檎と唐松と岩手山 Mt. Iwate with Apple & Pine Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128410/31c96b67-2f42-41cc-92d4-94dda71b96e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128410/31c96b67-2f42-41cc-92d4-94dda71b96e5.jpg) by [Tomofumi Sato](https://www.panoramio.com/user/217643?with_photo_id=47597633) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Morioka Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Morioka has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Morioka, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Morioka with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Morioka Morioka is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Morioka, and make it a breeze to explore Morioka and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Morioka to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Morioka, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Morioka. #### Morioka attractions Morioka has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Morioka to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Morioka. Looking for things to do in Morioka can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Morioka or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Morioka attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Morioka | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Demolition show sushi making classic cafe tour](/things-to-do/demolition-show-sushi-making-classic-cafe-tour.a2976543.activity-details): £117 | | Top 5 things to do | [Demolition show sushi making classic cafe tour](/things-to-do/demolition-show-sushi-making-classic-cafe-tour.a2976543.activity-details)[Morioka Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/morioka-half-day-private-tour-with-nationally-licensed-guide.a5191341.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Demolition show sushi making classic cafe tour](/things-to-do/demolition-show-sushi-making-classic-cafe-tour.a2976543.activity-details) | | With kids | [Morioka Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide](/things-to-do/morioka-half-day-private-tour-with-nationally-licensed-guide.a5191341.activity-details) | ## What to do in Morioka --- ### Popular places to visit ![Spring cherry blossoms near Takamatsu Pond, in Morioka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532776457/cba15579-8281-46f5-8fd4-b6c8eb493d88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morioka Castle You can learn about the history of Morioka with a visit to Morioka Castle. Experience the area's museums and festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morioka-Castle-Morioka.d553248621532776457.Attraction) ![Morioka_KaiunbashiBridge_553248621532776453_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532776453/dc72093d-03f5-4ec9-8f88-32f601afc07c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaiunbashi Bridge Learn about the local history of Morioka when you spend time at Kaiunbashi Bridge. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaiunbashi-Bridge-Morioka.d553248621532776453.Attraction) ![Morioka_IwateMuseumofArt_553248621532776451_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532776451/917d62a5-1b9f-4e1a-b94b-e1ccb338c248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iwate Museum of Art You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Iwate Museum of Art during your travels in Morioka. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iwate-Museum-Of-Art-Morioka.d553248621532776451.Attraction) ![Morioka_MoriokaHandiWorksSquare_553248621532776449_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532776449/3c8b3e53-d116-4ce0-b954-186351cad704.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morioka Handicraft Village You can learn about the history of Morioka with a trip to Morioka Handicraft Village. Amble around the area's gardens or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morioka-Handi-Works-Square-Morioka.d553248621532776449.Attraction) ![Morioka In Early Fall_Honeymoon House Of Takuboku; Shutterstock ID 210668440; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532776459/6fab4dc1-7740-4444-8159-c687a42b02a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ishikawa Takuboku's Residence when newly married Learn about the local history of Morioka when you take a trip to Ishikawa Takuboku's Residence when newly married. Experience the area's festivals and museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ishikawa-Takubokus-Residence-When-Newly-Married-Morioka.d553248621532776459.Attraction) ![Morioka_YotsuyaChurch_553248621562275677_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562275677/9c4247e8-c22f-4b47-bbe5-f0201a13e341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Yotsuya Church Yotsuya Church is just one of the places to see in Morioka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's gardens or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yotsuya-Church-Morioka.d553248621562275677.Attraction) ![Morioka_OtayaShimizuColdSpring_553248621532776454_01](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532776454/717092c0-8685-443a-abbc-487a2d67a29a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Otaya Shimizu Cold Spring Learn about the local history of Morioka when you take a trip to Otaya Shimizu Cold Spring. Experience the area's museums and festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Otaya-Shimizu-Cold-Spring-Morioka.d553248621532776454.Attraction) #### Morioka Zoological Park Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Morioka Zoological Park home during your holiday in Morioka? Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morioka-Zoological-Park-Morioka.d553248621532776464.Attraction) #### Mikoda Morning Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mikoda Morning Market during your stay in Morioka. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mikoda-Morning-Market-Morioka.d553248635997949562.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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