At a Glance

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Saburo Asahina, Taiwa's Mascot!
Taiwa has a population of nearly 25,000, and within that number it also has a notable Brazilian population of about 2,500! Its located two towns up from Izumi on Route 4', or just off the Taiwa exit on the Tohoku Expressway. The most convenient way to get to Taiwa is by car. Taiwa has a variety of natural activities to partake in., such as hiking or viewing the local flora and fauna. The local mountains provide good spots for picnics, especially in the fall. Tennis, fishing and campfires are permitted here! There's also plenty of hiking and camping opportunities in the Funagata Mountains.
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One of Miyagi's most prominent shrines, Hachiman Jinja, is in Taiwa. Miyatoko, the summer home of Warlord Date Musamune can be visited in the form of several memorials, traditional Japanese houses, and a museum. ​
  • Places to Eat
  • Places to Visit
  • Things to Do
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Restaurants
了美 Vineyard and Winery
A winery with a wonderful reputation for serving award winning wines, paired with delicious eats to create an unforgettable experience. You can enjoy sampling wine while looking out at Nanatsumori. A shuttle bus makes this winery accessible even by those without a car.
Lapras Poke Lid - Foongus and Torterra
​Did you know that Miyagi's Ambassador Pokemon is Lapras? There are 35 decorative Lapras Manhole Covers all over Miyagi! You can find the Foongi and Torterra outside Taiwa Town Hall! 
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Shrines
Yoshioka Hachiman Shrine - 吉岡八幡神社
The original shrine was destroyed by a lightning strike that caused it to burn down in 1987. It was rebuilt two years later in 1989. If you enter by the stone torii you will see two bright red structures. This is the secondary mon or gate and a smaller shrine altar. Passing through the secondary gate you will see the honden, or the main hall where the kami is housed. Around the shrine grounds you will see information boards that detail the various festivals they hold here. 
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Parks
Nanatsumori Park  - 七ツ森湖畔公園
Nanatsumori park offers many extra curricular activities! You can hike on natural paths and trails at Mt. Nanatsumori. The Nanatsumori Lake offers boat rides and fishing. Camping is also permitted at this park. There are several other parks scattered around Nanatsumori Lake, so there is a range of options to choose from! At the north side of the lake, you can see Minamikawa Dam, that provides Taiwa with hydroelectricity!