Aomori – Land of Deep Forests, Clear Seas, and the Spirit of Passionate Festivals
Aomori – Land of Deep Forests, Clear Seas, and the Spirit of Passionate Festivals
Endless blue seas and the mist-covered Hakkōda Mountains.
The Shirakami-Sanchi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to one of the world’s largest natural beech forests.
In winter, a tranquil world wrapped in snow unfolds. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom in full glory.
Summer brings vibrant seas and majestic mountains swaying in the breeze.
Autumn paints the mountains with brilliant colors.
Throughout all four seasons, breathtaking natural beauty breathes life into the land of Aomori.
Summer in Aomori is not only a season of calm, but also one filled with the passion of festivals.
As if to cherish the fleeting summer, people pour their hearts into the celebrations, with drums and flutes echoing across the region.
This intensity and energy perfectly express the soul of Aomori’s summer.
The land of Aomori resonates with the breath of nature and the fervor of its festivals, leaving visitors deeply moved and with unforgettable memories.
Prefectural capital
- Aomori City
Major Cities
- Aomori city
- Hachinohe city
- Hirosaki city
Population
- Approximately 1.2 million
Major Tourist Attractions and Events
- Aomori Nebuta Festival
- Hirosaki Castle
- Lake Towada
- The Oirase Gorge
- The Shirakami Mountains
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The Frost-Covered Trees of Hakkōda – Nature’s Own Art
Shirakami-Sanchi – The Radiant Beauty of Aoike (Blue Pond)
Lake Towada – A Changing Beauty Through the Four Seasons
Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival – One of Japan’s Three Great Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots
Aomori Nebuta Festival – Filling Summer Nights with Fiery Excitement