Oirase Gorge & Lake Towada Day Trip: Waterfalls, Autumn Colors & How to Visit (2026)
A complete Oirase Gorge and Lake Towada day trip guide: best walking section, waterfalls, autumn timing, bus and tour access, cruises and where to stay.
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Articles about Aomori and northern Tohoku — Nebuta Festival, Hirosaki cherry blossoms, Oirase Gorge, Lake Towada, onsen and seafood.
Where to Stay in Aomori: Best Areas, Hotels & Onsen Ryokan (2026)
Where to stay in Aomori: a first-timer guide to the best areas, hotels and onsen ryokan, from Aomori City and Hirosaki to Sukayu, Towada and Asamushi hot springs.
Best Food in Aomori, Japan: Local Dishes, Seafood Markets & Restaurants
Aomori Prefecture may be best known for its dramatic festivals and stunning natural scenery, but food lovers know it for something else entirely: the best seafood in Japan. Sitting at the confluence of warm Tsushima currents and cold Oyashio currents, the waters around Aomori yield an extraordinary range of fish and shellfish throughout the year. Add in Japan’s most celebrated apple orchards, hearty Tohoku soul food, and a growing craft cider scene, and you have one of Japan’s most rewarding food destinations. This guide covers everything you need to know about the best food in Aomori — from must-try local […]
Nebuta Festival Aomori: Complete Guide to Japan’s Most Spectacular Summer Event
Everything you need to know about the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri: dates, viewing spots, haneto dancing, tickets, accommodation, and insider tips for first-time festival visitors.
Hirosaki Castle Cherry Blossom Guide: Japan’s Top Sakura Spot
The complete guide to Hirosaki Castle cherry blossoms: park layout, best spots, bloom timing, admission prices, how to get there, and accommodation tips for the annual Hirosaki Sakura Matsuri.