Kitakami Station (Tohoku Shinkansen) Kitakami Station opened in 1982 and is part of the Tohoku Shinkansen line connecting Tokyo and Morioka. Shinkansen passengers can access Tokyo, Sendai, Fukushima, and other destinations in high speed and comfort. The area around the station is also highly convenient, with free parking, restaurants, and stores. There are also tourist attractions and hot spring resorts in the vicinity of Kitakami Station. For example, Noshiro Onsen and Hachimantai Onsen are popular places to relax in nature. Kitakami City also offers beautiful scenic spots such as Mt. Iwate and Hachimantai. Kitakami Station plays an important role in the revitalization of northern Iwate Prefecture as a regional gateway that combines the convenience of the Shinkansen bullet train with the diversity of tourist attractions. The convenience of transportation access and the rich natural environment make it a place worth visiting for many people.