Aomori Prefecture Travel Guide

The kitchen of Aomori residents, packed with Aomori's delicious foods and fresh ingredients.

One of Aomori’s most spectacular scenic spots, where nature unfolds along a mountain stream.

A scenic spot in Hirakawa, Aomori Prefecture, known for atmospheric sunset views of Mt. Iwaki's silhouette.

One of Japan’s largest canola flower fields, spreading out like a yellow carpet.

A Meiji-era Western-style building known for its twin towers with red roofs.

An art museum that creates new culture and connections through art.

A vast wetland where a wide variety of marsh and aquatic plants grow in clusters.

Take a refreshing break in a beautiful landscape selected as one of Japan’s “100 Natural Landscapes.”

An aquarium popular for its dolphin performances featuring an Aomori-inspired flair.

One of Aomori’s finest spots for autumn leaves, loved since the Edo period.

Affectionately known as “Oiwakisan,” this is the highest peak in Aomori Prefecture and shows a different face with each season.

The northernmost point of Honshu, where you can also enjoy premium Oma tuna.

A famous spot for Miso Curry Milk Ramen, beloved by the people of Aomori City.

A seaside restaurant where you can enjoy fresh seafood in a picturesque setting overlooking the Sanriku coast and natural grassy fields.

A seafood restaurant best known for its signature sea urchin bowl topped with softly set egg.

A traditional stone-oven pizzeria located at the entrance to the Oirase Gorge, serving authentic pizzas made with fresh, locally sourced vegetables.

A restaurant near Asamushi Onsen where you can enjoy fresh seafood, with Pacific bluefin tuna as the star.

A Taisho romance-inspired cafe in the garden with several kinds of apple pie!

A long-established confectionery shop where you can enjoy the charm and flavor of Aomori-grown apples.

A long-established dining spot on the shores of Lake Towada where you can enjoy local cuisine and find souvenirs.

A long-established confectionery shop where you can fully enjoy the appeal and flavors of Aomori-grown apples.

One of Aomori's three great soft serves, enjoyed with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

A popular bar known for its original cocktails named after Hachinohe's landmarks and traditional arts.

The famous rice bowl to add Aomori’s tasty toppings as much as you like.

Packed with apple-themed items. Plus Aomori’s first original seasonings!

A select shop filled with products packed with the bounty of Aomori.

A souvenir spot filled with "delicious" Aomori products.

Aomori’s charms are all squeezed into this seaside landmark.

Apples in the baths and on the menu, this place feels like an apple theme park.

A hot spring inn known for its scenic-view bath overlooking Mutsu Bay.

A traditional Japanese inn in Kuroishi Onsenkyo where the scent of tatami and the gentle beauty of flowers welcome you.

A small long-established inn at the northernmost tip of Japan’s main island, filled with nostalgic hot spring charm.

Enjoy urban glamping at Daikanyama Park in Mutsu City.

A hotel where both business travelers and families can stay comfortably.

Savor superb cuisine and spectacular views with a glass of wine in hand.

A long-established inn in the “inner retreat of Tsugaru,” where you can stay surrounded by the beauty of all four seasons.

A hotel in central Aomori City, recommended for sightseeing and business.

A resort hotel nestled along Oirase Gorge.

A relaxing retreat where you can enjoy a special stay surrounded by Oirase’s nature.

Enjoy a soothing stay in a wooden log house nestled in a primeval beech forest.

A magical winter festival that brings the frozen landscapes of Lake Towada to life, stirring the heart with unforgettable sights.

A traditional outdoor jazz festival in Hachinohe City with a history of more than 30 years.

The largest festival in the Hachinohe region, famous for its spectacular and powerful parade floats.

This is a major summer festival that usually attracts as many as 1 million visitors every year. The giant Nebuta parade through the city is a must-see!

A heritage of performing arts, from one generation to the next.