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How do I get there from Morioka?

Take a JR Bus Tohoku service (Ryusendo line) from bus stop 1 at the east exit of Morioka Station to the terminus, Ryusendo-mae (about 2 hours 15 minutes). By car it is about 110 minutes from Morioka via National Route 455, or about 150 minutes from Hanamaki Airport.

배리어프리 (1)

Can children and older visitors manage the route?

The public route is a made-up path, but there are about 270 steep steps partway along. If you are unsure of your fitness or have young children with you, we recommend going as far as the third underground lake and returning the way you came.

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What are the opening hours and closed days?

8:30-18:00 from May to September and 8:30-17:00 from October to April. It is open all year round, but may close temporarily if heavy rain raises the water level inside the cave.

소요 시간 (1)

How long does the visitor route take?

The public route is about 700 m and takes 30-40 minutes as a guide. Adding the observation deck route, with about 270 steps to climb, takes around an hour. If you are unsure of your fitness, you can view the third underground lake and return the way you came.

촬영 (1)

Can I take photographs?

Photography inside the cave is generally permitted. Use of flash may be restricted out of consideration for the bats and the cave environment. Please check the official website before visiting.

요금 (1)

How much is admission?

Adults 1,100 yen, elementary and junior high school students 550 yen, and pre-school children free. Groups of 15 or more receive a discount. The ticket also admits you to the adjoining Ryusen Shindo Science Museum.

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What is the temperature inside the cave? What should I wear?

The temperature inside stays at around 10 degrees Celsius all year. It is very cool even in summer, so we recommend bringing a light jacket or something to put on.

볼거리 (3)

Is the cave itself the only nationally designated natural monument?

Ryusendo is designated a national natural monument together with the bats that live in it, including the Japanese particoloured bat, not just the cave itself.

How many underground lakes can I see?

Eight underground lakes have been confirmed in the cave, of which the first, second and third are open to visitors. The third and deepest, at 98 m, is among the clearest in the world and glows a striking dragon blue.

What is the Ryusen Shindo Science Museum?

It is a science museum in a natural cave opposite the entrance to Ryusendo, with about 200 m open to visitors. Stalactites of many shapes are the highlight, and early Jomon period remains have been found here, with pottery and ornaments on display. The combined Ryusendo ticket admits you.

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Is there parking?

There is parking around Ryusendo. Please see the official website for capacity and charges.

기타 (6)

How do I get there?

About 2 hours 15 minutes from Morioka Station on a JR Bus Tohoku service (Ryusendo line), alighting at Ryusendo-mae. By car, about 110 minutes from Morioka via National Route 455, or about 150 minutes from Hanamaki Airport.

What is the address?

Kannari 1-1, Iwaizumi, Iwaizumi Town, Shimohei District, Iwate Prefecture

When is it closed?

Open all year round, though it may close temporarily when heavy rain raises the water level.

Is there parking?

Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.

How much is admission?

Adults 1,100 yen, elementary and junior high school students 550 yen, pre-school children free. Groups of 15 or more receive a discount.

What are the opening hours?

May to September 8:30-18:00; October to April 8:30-17:00.