One thing that surprises people from Aomori Prefecture when they visit other prefectures is that red rice is not sweet. While red rice is usually thought of as sweet and pink, the red rice served nationwide is generally azuki bean-colored and lacking in sweetness.
Have you ever heard of a sacred place? It's a pilgrimage route that involves visiting sacred sites and temples throughout Japan in order. The nationally famous Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage is also called the "Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage.".
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Aomori Prefecture offers a variety of seasonal scenery. Among them is Nyuhogataki Falls in Nishimeya Village, a soothing spot where you can enjoy fresh greenery and negative ions in summer, and in winter, the waterfall freezes over and becomes a magical place for festivals and illuminations...
Do you know the miso and soy sauce that have been loved by the people of Tsugaru for many years? The miso and soy sauce sold by Marushichi Tsugaru Miso and Soy Sauce Co., Ltd. are known by everyone in Owani and are a staple of their cuisine...
The Tohoku region is home to many delicious foods, some of which have been introduced as "local delicacies" and quickly become popular nationwide. Among these, there is one that is known as the soul food of Aomori Prefecture...
Iwakiyama Shrine in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, is a very famous shrine that is known to all locals. Cherry blossoms can be enjoyed in the spring and autumn leaves can be enjoyed in the fall, making it a beloved spot for locals. In recent years, however, it has also become known as a power spot...
Hachinohe City is a core city on the Pacific coast of Aomori Prefecture with a population of approximately 216,000. However, due to its long history as a thriving fishing port and the many restaurants catering to fishermen, the city's downtown area is relatively lively considering its small population.
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People from other prefectures may be confused, but the party snack "Imo-taste" is known by the majority of people from Tsugaru. We looked into what kind of snack it is! "Imo-taste"...
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Hirosaki City, Japan's first city to be incorporated during the Meiji Restoration, has a population of 300,000 and is a castle town known as one of Japan's leading apple-producing regions. The city is beautifully colored throughout the four seasons, and in spring, the vast fields are covered in bloom...
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Aomori City, a port city at the very back of the vast Mutsu Bay and the prefectural capital with a population of approximately 270,000, will be revitalized with the return of its long-awaited Nebuta Festival in early August 2023, after being canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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