Things to do in Aomori Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

Panoramic iwaki mountain and hirosaki castle in Spring season.
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Hirosaki Castle - Winter 2009
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What to do in Aomori Prefecture

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Halfway from the visitors center to Lake Towada sits this beautiful waterfall.

Oirase Gorge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Oirase Gorge during your travels in Towada. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Oirase Gorge
Hirosaki Castle is one of the few remaining original castles in Japan, and the area also boasts one of the most beautiful and abundant cherry blossom festivals in Japan. With thousands of trees scattered about the grounds, it's a great place to explore the beauty of the season.

Hirosaki Castle

Find out about the history of Hirosaki when you take a trip to Hirosaki Castle. Take in the festivals and hot springs in the area.

Hirosaki Castle
Beautiful Cherry blossoms in Hirosaki Park, Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hirosaki Park, a lovely green space in Hirosaki. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Hirosaki Park
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Nebuta Museum WARASSE

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You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Nebuta Museum WARASSE in Aomori. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Nebuta Museum WARASSE

Aomori Port

Explore the waterfront in Aomori with a trip to Aomori Port. Wander the parks or discover the area's hot springs.

Aomori Port

Hachinohe Yatai Village Miroku Yokocho

During your visit to Hachinohe, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hachinohe Yatai Village Miroku Yokocho. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.

Hachinohe Yatai Village Miroku Yokocho

Aomori City Forestry Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Aomori City Forestry Museum in Aomori. Take in the festivals and hot springs in the area.

Aomori City Forestry Museum

Hakkoda Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Hakkoda Ski Area during your trip to Aomori. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Hakkoda Ski Area

Hachinohe Morning Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Hachinohe Morning Market during your stay in Hachinohe. Amble around the area's parks or experience its festivals.

Hachinohe Morning Market
Hoshino Aomoriya lake and temple in Furumagiyama, Misawa, Aomori, Japan

Misawa

Hirosaki Castle is one of the few remaining original castles in Japan, and the area also boasts one of the most beautiful and abundant cherry blossom festivals in Japan. With thousands of trees scattered about the grounds, it's a great place to explore the beauty of the season

Hirosaki

Tanesashi kaigan Coast. The coastline includes both sandy and rocky beaches, and grassy meadows scenic views. Hachinohe, Aomori, Japan

Hachinohe

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Hirosaki Castle, Hirosaki Park, Mutsu Province, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

Aomori

Great trails at Oirase Gorge. The visitors center is about 500m before Google Maps takes you to.

Towada

Mt. Osore (恐山)
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Mutsu

Appi Kogen Ski Resort which includes snow skiing, mountains and snow

Hachimantai

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