[Aomori Prefecture] Aomori's ground blizzard is too great! Feel the horror of Tsugaru's snow on the experience tour! ?

In the winter of Aomori, it boasts the harshness of the fold in Japan. Not only does the snow fall, but a strong wind blows and rolls the snow frequently . Especially in the Tsugaru region, there is a risk of life -threatening, as this snowstorm causes a phenomenon that the visibility called white out

In response to such a severe winter in Aomori, local people have long coexisted with cold protection, snow -protection fences, and architecture. In this article, we will introduce in detail about the characteristics of Aomori's ground blizzards, cold weather measures that are packed with local wisdom, as well as the local blizzard experience tour.

What is a snowstorm? Strict Aomori Winter created by White Out

Aomori Prefecture is a well -known heavy snowfall area, but do you know the dangerous area of ​​the earth? First, we will introduce the dangers of the snowstorm and the areas that occur.

Natural phenomenon that frequently occurs in Aomori

A snowstorm refers to a phenomenon in which the snow rises up due to a strong wind and blocks the visibility. Not only when it is snowy, but also when the already piled snow rises due to the wind, it cannot be careless on days when it is not snowy.

The biggest danger of a snowstorm is that the interior of the view is invisible, and cars and pedestrians are stuck. In areas surrounded by large roads and fields with no buildings around, the snowstorm may cause sudden white out, and even road signs and buildings are lost. It is a very troublesome natural phenomenon because you do not know where the car in front is or where you are running.

When it comes to white out, you have to run with a car light, but this is not to improve the front view, but to inform the following car the position of your car. Rather, it is appropriate to light the position lamp because driving on a high beam or the like when a snowstorm occurs.

The horror of whiteout

Whiteout is a phenomenon in which the surroundings are wrapped in white, and the sense of direction is completely lost due to the snowstorm and snowfall. It is not unusual for a visibility to be less than a few meters, which is particularly dangerous for experienced drivers and tourists.

This phenomenon tends to occur on a wide snowy field or a rarely blocked road, and can be taken at a stretch with a gust. Aomori is always raising awareness of the groundbreak snowstorms, as the number of vehicles and pedestrians who are stuck due to whiteouts occur frequently.

More frequently in the Tsugaru region and the plains on the Sea of ​​Japan side

In Aomori Prefecture, the Tsugaru region and the Sea of ​​Japan side are known as the frequent areas of the streets of the ground. Especially in areas where the fields that are easy to fall off, snowstorms occur frequently. In the Tsugaru Plain, there are few things that block the snow, so it becomes a wind path and the incidence of snowstorms increases.

In addition, the coastline and mountainous areas are areas where ground snowstorms are likely to occur due to terrain. In winter, it is necessary to be very careful about traveling in these areas, and local residents also live daily while frequently checking weather information.

Cold and snowproof measures to survive the harsh winter of Aomori

From now on, we will introduce traditional winter clothes and snow prevention measures in Aomori Prefecture.

Traditional winter clothes "square rolls"

square roll " is an indispensable winter protection in Aomori's harsh winter The square winding is a thick winter clothes that has been used since the Edo period, featuring a design that completely covers the body from the neck to the feet. The material is made of highly heat -retaining fabric, and it is an excellent item that protects the body from strong winds and snow.

In recent years, the number of events that can wear square rolls as a tourism experience has increased, so you can feel the functionality while feeling the local culture.

Ensuring road safety with a snow -prevention fence

Along the Aomori road, there are many places where snow fences are installed. This snowfall is an important equipment for blocking the snow sprayed by strong winds and ensuring visibility on the road. Especially in the Tsugaru region, where ground snowstorms occur frequently, snow -proof fences are indispensable to support winter transportation. Every fall, snow -prevention fences are installed, and snow -prevention fences are removed in the spring, and the people of Aomori feel winter and spring due to snow fences.

The position and height of the fence are adjusted according to the regional terrain and wind direction, and it has been devised to prevent the road from being completely covered with snow.

Invisation of a building "Kaze -sha."

In Aomori, many buildings have a space in front of the entrance called the windbreak room The windbreak room is a device to prevent cold winds and snow from outside from entering the room directly.

By making the entrance a double structure, the inflow of cold air can be minimized and the building can be kept warm. It is a wind -shoe room that is often found in snowy countries, but it is actually provided in Okinawa, which has many typhoons. It's surprising that you use the same facilities in the opposite climate.

Let's experience the snowstorm in Aomori!

is holding Snowsty Experience Tour in order to make people outside the prefecture safely enjoy the Aomori ground snowstorm safely In this tour, you can experience the terrifying and beauty of the stormy snowfork in a snowy field around Ashino Park Station

Participants wear traditional square rolls, bamonpo, and kanjiki, and challenge tours while learning about cold -proof measures unique to snow countries. It is a valuable opportunity to experience the harshness of Aomori's winter by experiencing walking in the snowstorm as a strong wind blows. In addition, the guidance of a local guide can learn about the wisdom of living in snowy countries and coexistence with nature, and it is very popular with foreigners.

This tour is held every year from late January to early February. You need to make a reservation by 10 am the day before, so make a reservation as soon as you decide to travel Aomori.

INFORMATION

• Period: Saturday and Sunday from late January to early February * Reservation required
• Fee: 3,000 yen for adults, 500 yen for children
• Time required: about 1 hour and 30 minutes
• Inquiries: Tsugaruji Fubuki Kai TEL 080-3195-4036

summary

In the winter of Aomori, it is characterized by the harsh natural environment created by the snowstorm and white out. In the region, there are many ideas, such as a traditional cold protection "square roll", a snow -proof fence, and a wind -shoe room.

In the Goshogawara City, you can safely experience the environment unique to snowy countries and learn the horror and charm. When visiting Aomori, why not enjoy the real pleasure of the winter winter while touching on the wisdom and ingenuity of these areas?