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Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Shimokita peninsulaYagen Gorge Yagen Gorge locates on the northeastern area of the Shimokita peninsula, and truly is nature's work of art. Stroll around the area on the walk path and breathe in the fresh air. After your day of exploring the gorge, visit Oku-yagen Onsen and take a nice long bath. Visit during the autumn and be greeted by a stunning scenery of the fall foliage.
Category： Nature / sceneryArea： Lake Towada / OiraseTsuta Numa Lake Tsuta Numa Lake is one of the Seven Tsuta Lakes in Aomori prefecture. The lake locates at the foot of Mount Hakkoda, and is well known for its waters’ incredible clarity. The clear waters serve as a reflective mirror during the fall foliage season, when the surrounding beech trees change into stunning shades of reds and oranges. Around the Seven Tsuta Lakes is a 2.8-kilometer long path that is perfect for a walk. Take your time around the lakes and observe all of the nature and wildlife around you. After your walk, you can visit Tsuta Onsen hot springs and unwind.
Category： Nature / sceneryArea： Lake Towada / OiraseOirase Gorge Oirase Gorge’s waters are amazingly transparent and mesmerizing, and it has been designated as a national natural monument. The 14-kilometer gorge is surrounded by rich nature, and is a beauty year-round. Hike by the gorge and find many waterfalls and rapids waiting. The gorge begins at the very base of Mount Hakkoda and continues into Lake Towada in southern Aomori.
Category： Museum / GalleryArea： HachinoheNe-jo Castle Though the original Ne-jo Castle was destroyed in 1592, you can tour its remains and the reconstructed version of it. The castle was made in 1334, and the current remake resembles its original form from those days. It is designated as a National Historic Site, and some of the original castle's ruins still remain to this day.
Hirosaki-jo Castle Hirosaki Castle locates inside Hirosaki Park. The castle has a history of over 400 years, starting at around the beginning of the Edo period. The cherry blossoms planted throughout the castle grounds are renowned for its spectacular figure and blossoming, and many Japanese and foreign tourists gather annually to spend their spring in Hirosaki.
Category： Nature / sceneryArea： HirosakiMount Iwaki Mount Iwaki stands tall in the western region of Aomori prefecture. The mountain serves as a spiritual symbol for the people of the area, and also as a trekking spot for adventurous tourists. There are five trekking courses to choose from, ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Visit in the warmer months for a climb up to the peak, and come back again in the winter for a ski trip.
Category： Parks / gardensArea： HirosakiHirosaki Park Hirosaki Park sits in the middle of the city of Hirosaki. It surrounds the remains of Hirosaki Castle, which was active until the end of the Edo period (1603 – 1867). The park is known nationwide for its 2,600 cherry blossoms in the spring. They are everywhere in the park – by the moat, near the castle, and so forth. Over 2 million visitors rush to Hirosaki Park every April to see the cherry blossoms.
Category： Parks / gardensArea： HirosakiSeibien Garden Seibien Gardens locates in the city of Hirakawa in Aomori prefecture. The garden mixes Japanese and Western styles, and is considered one of the three representative Japanese gardens of the Meiji period along with Murin-an Garden and Seifu-so Garden. During the fall, the garden is especially beautiful with the pines and maples changing colors.
Category： Nature / sceneryArea： HachinoheHachinohe Park Hachinohe Park is divided into 9 zones, such as the Amusement Park Zone, Botanical Garden Zone and the Petting Zoo Zone. The park is especially beautiful from the end of April to early May, when over 2000 cherry blossom trees are in full bloom. The park is fun for everyone - families, couples, friends and more!
Category： Educational tourArea： Aomori cityNebuta Festival Aomori Nebuta Festival takes place every year from August 2nd to the 7th. Along with Akita Kanto Festival and Sendai Tanabata Festival, the Nebuta Festival is one of the big 3 festivals in the north eastern region of Japan. Although not confirmed, it is said that the drowsiness from the Tanabata Festival will be driven out with the "drowsiness drowning". What attracts over 30 million people ever year are the 5 meter tall doll float, Dashi, and the Haneto, the dancers that dance around the float. The sight of the performance made completely by the local people is truly a sight to see. You will feel a heat hotter than that of mid-summer in Japan. On the last day of the festival, there is a firework show, the Aomori Hanabi Taikai, The combination of the festival and fireworks only happens on this day! (picture source: Aomori Prefecture Tourism Information Site)
Tatehana Wharf Morning Market On Sunday mornings, you can visit the Tatehana Wharf Morning Market right by the Pacific Ocean. This particular morning market is one of the biggest in Japan, with over 300 shops opening within a span of 800 meters. Aside from fresh seafood, you can find coffe shops, bakeries and antique shops in the market area.
Category： GroceriesArea： Aomori cityMutsu Minato Station Front Morning Market Wake up extra early to get to Mutsu Minato Station Front Morning Market right when it opens at 3:00a.m! The market is right by Mutsu Minato Station, and is long loved by locals as "Hachinohe's Kitchen". Grab some sashimi and freshly made side dishes from this market, and get some rice and miso soup at the other nearby market for a hearty breakfast.
Category： Theme parkArea： Aomori cityJomon Jiyukan The Jomon Jiyukan locates by one of Japan’s largest prehistoric village ruins. These ruins are from approximately 5000 years ago, and the Jomon Jiyukan houses around 1700 artifacts found on the site. You can join in on museum tours (held twice a month) to further understand life during the prehistoric Jomon era. There are even events where you can experience creating Jomon era style bags and clay statues.
Category： OtherArea： Central AkitaResort Shirakami Resort Shirakami is a scenic train that runs between Akita Station and Aomori Station in the Tohoku region. It began its operation in 1997. Traditional performances and events are held on the train, such as a puppet show, storytelling and a live shamisen performance. You can enjoy these performances while having a delicious lunch box meal, stuffed with Shirakami wagyu beef, scallops and more. In the train, you can purchase drinks such as locally brewed beer and apple juice. If you’re looking for some amazing nature views, stop at Juniko Station, which is one of the stops on Resort Shirakami. There, you can find Aoike Pond, which is famous for its stunning blue color.
Category： Hot Springs / spaArea： Aomori citySukayu Onsen Hot Springs Head to Sukayu Onsen after a day of trekking, hiking or just to relax! Sukayu Onsen locates on Mount Hakkoda, and the hot springs facility has history of over 300 years. Its most famous bath, Senjin-buro (千人風呂), literally translates to 1000 people’s bath, referring to its spacious 248㎡ size. Visit the Jigoku-numa (literally "Hell Swamp") right outside of the hotsprings for a post-bath view of a beautiful turquoise body of water.
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