Koiwai Farm Makiba-en

小岩井農場まきば園

Koiwai Farm Makiba-en is a large farm park in Shizukuishi Town, about 35 minutes by bus from Morioka Station. It is one of the best-known tourist spots in Iwate and the Tohoku region. Visitors can see farm animals, feed horses and sheep, try horse riding, archery and other activities, and walk in wide green fields. Dogs are welcome in the park, and there is a dog run.

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Visitor information

Opening hours

From April 1 to mid-November, open 9:00–17:00; last admission 16:00. Hours may change due to weather.

Getting there

Take a bus from stop No. 10 in front of JR Morioka Station; the ride takes about 35 minutes.

By car, about 15 minutes (12 km) from Morioka IC on the Tohoku Expressway. There is a free parking lot.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Good to know

Most facilities are barrier-free, but some are not accessible. Wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge (5 available) at the ticket counter.
Dogs are allowed, but other pets such as cats and rabbits are not.

Tips for Muslim visitors

The farm sells its own milk, cheese and yogurt.
Koiwai is known for its Genghis Khan grilled meat dish; check the meat and how it is prepared before ordering.
Natural sites may have few facilities. Bring water, a travel prayer mat and a qibla app, and check the weather; mountains and lakes can be much colder than the city.
Restrooms for wudu can be far apart on trails. Many Muslim travellers carry a small water bottle for wudu.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Iwate and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.