8 Oirase Stream in Summer Mandy Bartok Enjoy the emerald colors of summer in Tohoku on a walk along the Oirase Stream in Aomori.
Hirosaki Castle to be Relocated Justin Velgus May 8, 2015 Hirosaki Castle in Aomori Prefecture is to be relocated in 2015 to begin a ten year repair project of the castle walls.
16 Hell and Heaven: Osorezan Justin Velgus Osorezan is considered one of the most sacred places in the Tohoku region. It's gray and barren landscape is said to resem..
7 Aomori's Amazing Apples Giovanni Perez 50% of Japan's apples come from Aomori Prefecture. From the beginning of September to mid November, apple picking can be e..
6 Takayama Inari Shrine Giovanni Perez Check out Takayama Inari Shrine, located in the northern part of Tsugaru-City, Aomori is famous for its "retired" foxes and 20..
Activities Lake Towada Sky Lantern Festival 2025 Jun 14th - 15th 2025 Past Event Running for over 50 years, the Lake Towada Sky Lantern Festival showcases approximately 2000 lanterns illuminating the summer night..
Culture Miffy 65th Anniversary Exhibition 2021 May 22nd - Jul 4th 2021 Past Event Miffy, the iconic rabbit character created by Dutch artist Dick Bruna, celebrated its 65th anniversary last year. A special exhibition..