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The History of Hirosaki Castle
Andrew CheckleyAs a castle town, Hirosaki was built around this defensive structure and status symbol - today a tower sat in an extensive compound..
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Sannai-Maruyama Site
Justin VelgusThe Sannai-Maruyama Site in Aomori brings Jomon history to life. The site features artifacts and reconstructed buildings on display...
Culture
Wa Rasse Nebuta House in Aomori
Justin VelgusWa Rasse Nebuta House is the perfect opportunity to see Nebuta for those unable to visit during Aomori's famous festival. See..
Activities
Hakkoda Memorial Ship
Justin VelgusThe Hakkoda Memorial Ship is a floating museum in Aomori port. The ship itself was used from 1964 to 1988 to shuttle people and..
Activities
Juniko Lakes
Justin VelgusWithin Shirakami-sanchi, the beautiful forest that stretches across prefectures in northern Tohoku, lies a land of mysterious lakes...
Beauty & Spa
Furofushi Onsen
Justin VelgusFurofushi Onsen is a hot spring located in Fukaura Town, Aomori Prefecture. It is famous for being right at the edge of the Se..
Culture
Yokohama's Nanohana Festival 2025
Yokohama's Nanohana Festival. Visit a rural community covered with fields of gorgeous flowers, locally crafted flower made..
Shopping
A Stroll Along Aomori Bay
Imogen RiethmullerThere's plenty to be seen along the waterfront of Aomori Bay. See architectural gems, spectacular Nebuta Festival floats a..
Activities
Hiking Along the Oirase Stream
Mandy BartokThe Oirase Stream in Aomori Prefecture offers easy day hiking in a pristine forest setting.
Food
Tasting Tsugaru
The roads that wind through the lush landscape of the Tsugaru Plain in Aomori Prefecture are lined with rice paddies and orderly..
Food
Aji no Sapporo Onishi: Curry Ramen
Tom RoseveareUnique bowl of Aomori soul food, perfectly suited to the winter months.