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Visit the Heian-period Amidado Hall designated as a National Treasure

About this spot

One of the few National Treasure buildings remaining in the Tohoku region, built in the late Heian period. The Amidado Hall standing in front of a Pure Land garden pond is a precious architectural work that conveys the worldview of Pure Land Buddhism of that era, presenting a serene appearance throughout the seasons. Inside the hall are enshrined Buddhist statues, including the principal image of Amida Tathagata, allowing you to experience its high historical value up close. It is known as a historically significant attraction in Iwaki's sightseeing.

Season & hours

Name: いわき七夕まつり

Date & time: 8/6 (Thu)–8/8 (Sat) 10:00–21:00

Venue: いわき市・いわき駅前平商店街

いわき駅前の平商店街を舞台に、2026年8月6日(木)から8日(土)まで朝10時から夜21時まで開かれる七夕まつりです。商店街のアーケードには大きな七夕飾りが飾りつけられ、通りを歩くだけでも夏らしい華やかな雰囲気を味わえます。屋台や露店も並び、日中から夜まで長い時間ゆったりと楽しめるのが特徴です。日が暮れて明かりが灯ると、飾りの色合いがより一層引き立ち、いわきの夏を象徴する風景が広がります。

Tips

会場内の屋台で昼食・夕食を済ませられるので、朝は身軽に行動できます。駐車場は周辺の商業施設と兼用になることが多いため、公共交通機関の利用も便利です。夕方以降は人出が増えるため、ベビーカーは移動しやすい時間帯を選ぶと安心です。

Food stalls

Hours: 10:00–21:00

Where: 平商店街

※Announced for 2026. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.

Turn this into a day plan with stall time included

Source: blog.iwaki-web.info

Tips

The path from the parking lot to the temple grounds is mostly flat and easy to walk. An admission fee is required to enter the hall. In the morning, mosquitoes tend to appear around the pond, so insect repellent is recommended. It's best to check the opening hours in advance.