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Aomori Prefecture

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A soothing sight during the rainy season! The beautiful hydrangeas at Daibutsu Park! [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture]

What is Hirosaki Daibutsu Park? Daibutsu Park in Hirosaki City is a place where cherry blossoms bloom in spring and hydrangeas bloom in early summer. It is also home to Ishikawa Castle, also known as Daibutsu-ga-hana Castle, which was once conquered by Oura Tamenobu (Tsugaru Tamenobu).

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.21

Apples at JR Hirosaki Station

Introducing traffic safety slogans full of Tsugaru dialect: "Futozu" and "Ittomaga"! [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture]

Traffic safety slogans are often seen while driving. They are often displayed on roadside billboards and electronic bulletin boards, and are used to raise awareness of traffic safety among people nationwide.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.06.19

From Osaka to Aomori in 16 hours! Japan's longest daytime express train, "Shiratori"

There used to be a limited express train called "Shiratori" operated by the Japanese National Railways (JNR) and JR, which ran over 1,000 km along the Sea of ​​Japan coast from Osaka Station to Aomori Station. When it was introduced in 1961, the...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.06.18

Rainbow Mart image

"Niji no Mart" is the kitchen of Hirosaki citizens, aiming to be a market that will last for 100 years! [Aomori Prefecture]

Located just a five-minute walk from Hirosaki Station, with an adjacent parking lot, it's easily accessible. Did you know that there's a food market in Hirosaki that sells everything, making it the kitchen of the locals? This time, we'll be introducing the Rainbow Mart in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture...

YokochiYokochi2024.06.13

Fujita Memorial Garden

5 Recommended "Flying Witch" Pilgrimage Sites Recommended by Locals! [Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture]

Flying Witch is a manga that depicts the growth of the main character, Kowata Makoto, amid the beautiful nature of Aomori. It is still being serialized eight years after the anime aired, and is a representative manga of Aomori. In this article...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.24

Why are there so many unusual names? Station names on the Ou Main Line [Fukushima, Yamagata, Akita]

The Ou Main Line is a JR East line that runs from Fukushima Station to Aomori Station, passing through Yamagata Station, Akita Station, and other stations. It is one of the main lines that runs north-south through the Tohoku region, and in the past, there were express trains that ran the entire length...

Yuto OnoYuto Ono2024.05.22

BBQ

Aomori Prefecture's BBQ is not your average thing! Is it true that the main dishes are sagari and innards?

Aomori Prefecture is known for its abundance of fresh seafood and vegetables, but did you know that it also has a unique yakiniku (grilled meat) culture? In this article, we'll introduce the unique BBQ characteristics found in Aomori Prefecture, particularly the Tsugaru region.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.14

"Grandpa and Grandma Rejuvenate" explores the appeal of the manga set in Aomori [Anime broadcast in April...

The anime "Grandpa and Grandma Rejuvenate" has been airing since April 7th. It's a manga with a unique plot in which an old man and an old woman suddenly become younger one day, but it's actually set in Aomori Prefecture! This article...

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.13

apple juice

5 popular apple juices from Aomori Prefecture! Recommended as souvenirs!

Aomori Prefecture is known as the "apple prefecture," and many tourists enjoy apple pie and fresh apples. However, if you come to Aomori, you should definitely try apple juice!.

Hana OdagiriHana Odagiri2024.05.02

The crisp texture of "Nebuta Pickles" is a must-have for rice and sake! [Aomori Prefecture]

The rice-producing Tohoku region is home to many excellent rice accompaniments. One such accompaniment is "Nebutazuke," sold by Yamamoto Foods in Aomori Prefecture. Nebutazuke is a pickle that is typical of Aomori, a region with abundant fishing grounds...

Haruka HashimotoHaruka Hashimoto2024.04.22

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