Aomori
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Hirosaki Castle (Hirosaki Park)
Completed in 1611 as Tsugaru Domain's castle. The existing keep and approximately 2,600 cherry trees, including some of Japan's oldest Somei Yoshino, harmonize to create springtime scenery called 'Japan's #1 Cherry Blossoms.' Changes appearance through seasons with autumn foliage and winter snow lantern festival.
Address: 1 Shimoshirogane-cho, Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture
Access: About 1 hour 30 minutes from Aomori Station via Ou Main Line and walking
Transportation: About 10 minutes by 100-yen bus from Hirosaki Station
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Oirase Gorge
14km clear stream flowing from Lake Towada. Moss-covered rocks and white spray create a corridor of moss and waterfalls. Road and walking path run parallel, accessible even for beginners. Beauty of fresh greenery and autumn colors ranks among Japan's finest.
Address: Okuse, Towada City, Aomori Prefecture
Access: About 2 hours 10 minutes by JR bus from Aomori Station
Transportation: Route bus connects Keiryū Entrance to Nenokuchi
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Mount Osore Bodaiji Temple
One of Japan's three major spiritual sites. Unique landscape contrasts sulfur-filled desolate hell with paradise. Hot springs also flow within temple grounds, attracting hot spring cure visitors seeking purification.
Address: 3-2 Usori-yama, Tanabe, Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture
Access: About 3 hours from Aomori Station via Shimokita Station by bus
Transportation: About 45 minutes by route bus from Shimokita Station (seasonal operation)
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Lake Towada
National park surrounded by caldera lake's deep blue waters and pristine beech forests. Cruise boats and canoes available for lake exploration, with autumn lake-reflected foliage creating spectacular views. Lakeside restaurants serve himemasu (kokanee salmon) dishes.
Address: Towada City, Aomori Prefecture and Kosaka Town, Akita Prefecture
Access: About 2 hours 10 minutes by car from Aomori Station
Transportation: Highway buses operate from Aomori and Hachinohe in summer
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Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse
Large tourism facility where festival excitement can be experienced year-round. Actually-paraded Nebuta are permanently displayed, with Haneto dance and hayashi music experience corners fully equipped.
Address: 1-1-1 Yasukata, Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture
Access: 1-minute walk from Aomori Station
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Hasshoku Center
Giant market where fresh seafood from Hachinohe Port, local vegetables, and souvenirs are gathered. 'Shichirin Village' where purchased seafood can be charcoal-grilled on-site is popular.
Address: 22-2 Kawaragijinsai, Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture
Access: About 1 hour 40 minutes from Aomori Station via Tohoku Shinkansen and bus
Transportation: 15 minutes by bus from JR Hon-Hachinohe Station
Model Courses
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Cherry Blossoms and Nebuta in Aomori 2-Day Course
Spring to summer limited model plan efficiently touring Hirosaki Castle cherry blossoms, Nebuta culture, and Oirase Gorge's natural beauty.
- Cherry blossom viewing at keep and moat
- Haneto experience and photo shoot
- Seafood BBQ dinner
- Gorge trekking
- Cruise boat and lakeside cafe