2025 Hirosaki Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

I recently took a day trip to Hirosaki, Aomori. It was quite a whirlwind trip, but I hope it will be useful for your own travels. ✨ 9:59 AM Departing Omiya JR Tohoku Shinkansen Hayabusa No. 11 Bound for Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto 12:34 PM Arrived at Shin-Aomori 12:45 Rent a car in front of Shin-Aomori Station 13:00 Departed for Hirosaki🚗 14:10 Tsugaru Iwaki Skyline Climbing 69 curves 14:20 Iwakisan 8th Station Lift Station ※I had planned to head to the summit of Mt. Iwaki from the 9th station, but unfortunately the lift🚠 was closed, so I took a little stroll around the area🚶♀️ 15:00 Departed for sightseeing in Hirosaki Shopping at Yanagida Corn Shop & Roadside Station🛍️ 16:15 Shopping at Rainbow Mart🌈 16:50 Departed Hirosaki Station Gasped 18:00 Arrived at Shin-Aomori Returned the rental car🚗 18:25 Departed Shin-Aomori JR Tohoku Shinkansen Hayabusa 38 Bound for Tokyo 21:01 Omiya Arrival *This plan departs and arrives at JR Omiya Station. This time, I had planned to rent a car from Shin-Aomori and climb Mt. Iwaki, but the lifts were closed, so I decided to switch to sightseeing in Hirosaki instead. The Tsugaru-Iwaki Skyline has 69 curves, and there are some spectacular views at the top, making it a great place for a drive. I stopped by Yanagida Corn Shop along the way, and the corn and vegetables were incredibly fresh and reasonably priced, which I really appreciated. Rainbow Mart in front of Hirosaki Station is a food treasure trove, with everything you need. This time, I bought salmon roe. It was quite a whirlwind trip due to Shinkansen train schedules, but it was a wonderful summer memory. And the locals were all warm, kind, and helpful. Next time, I'd like to stay overnight instead of just a day trip. Aomori is full of wonderful things, so please visit!

#July2025 Best Places ✓Nakamachi Traditional Buildings Preservation Area The Nakamachi area in Hirosaki City is an important traditional building preservation area with four buildings offering free admission: the Former Ito Family Residence, the Former Umeda Family Residence, the Former Atsu Family Residence, and the Former Iwata Family Residence. Free volunteer guides are stationed at each of these samurai residences, and stamps are available. Although located adjacent to the bustling Hirosaki Park, the area itself is a quiet residential area, dotted with hedges, wooden fences, and gates, giving it a samurai atmosphere. The samurai residences are strategically located, offering views of Mt. Iwaki from the street, making them relatively off-the-beaten-path free historical attractions.

#July2025 Best Places ✓ Hirosaki City Museum A must-see while visiting Hirosaki Castle. Located in the Sannomaru area of the castle ruins, the museum systematically collects and displays the history and culture of the Tsugaru region, from prehistoric times to the present day. Tickets are affordable at 300 yen. The museum building itself is also quite impressive, designed by Kunio Maekawa, a leading figure in Japanese architecture who was a student of the modern master Le Corbusier. The museum fully depicts how the Tsugaru clan, hailed as heroes of Kanto after the Battle of Sekigahara, evolved from their initial strongholds of Oura Castle and Horikoshi Castle to their ultimate choice of Hirosaki, establishing the magnificent castle we see today. The exhibits are easily understood, making them enjoyable even for those unfamiliar with Tsugaru history. The museum is small, but a good size for a stroll.

#July2025 Best Places ✓ Fujita Memorial Garden This small but beautiful garden outside Hirosaki Castle offers a three-in-one ticket for ¥520, encompassing Hirosaki Castle, the Botanical Garden, and the Fujita Memorial Garden. Hirosaki was once a hub of civilization and enlightenment in northern Japan, and many of its buildings still retain their charm, creating a feeling of time travel back to the Taisho era. The garden features a red-roofed teahouse, the "Taishō Roman Teahouse." Its interior, with its mosaic glass, kotatsu, window frames, and lighting, evokes a mesmerizing Taisho era. The best seats, located in the former solarium, are window seats, offering views of the garden's beauty throughout the four seasons while savoring sweet treats. The lower ground portion of the garden is a strolling garden centered around a pond. From the teahouse, visitors can admire the pond, irises, azaleas, waterfalls, and eight bridges, all changing with the seasons.

#July Best Places 2025 ✓ Former Hirosaki City Library Next to the white and green Aomori Bank stands a striking red and white Western-style building, a symbol of the modern era. Its striking exterior is a true eye-catcher. This is the Former Hirosaki City Library, a representative Western-style building in Hirosaki City. The striking contrast of its white exterior, red roof, and green window frames creates a striking image. Built to commemorate the victory in the Russo-Japanese War, it was designed by Horie Sakichi, a carpenter employed by the Hirosaki Domain during its administration. The building's distinctive twin towers, with their Renaissance-style foundation and incorporating Japanese influences, create a unique architectural style. The octagonal towers, positioned to the left and right, appeared strikingly modern for their time. Today, the building is publicly displayed as a historical monument, exhibiting local publications and literary materials. Admission is free.

#July2025 Best Places ✓ Aomori Bank Memorial Hall A must-see attraction in Hirosaki is the Aomori Bank Memorial Hall, a Renaissance-style Western-style building. Its rooftop features a decorative tower that doubles as an observation deck, and the apex is adorned with a stupa, a characteristic of Indian temples. This building was a new bank at the time, designed by Horie Sakichi, a leading figure in Western-style architecture at the time and the designer of Dazai Osamu's former residence, the Shayokan. The building, adorned with white and mint green, is elegant and beautiful. The interior is open to the public, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the classic décor. The most striking feature is the beautiful gold-colored paper adorning the ceiling. Numerous historical banknotes and currencies are also on display.

#July2025 Best Places ✓ Natural Hot Springs: Dormy Inn Hirosaki For a perfect hot spring hotel in Hirosaki, stay at the Dormy Inn Iwaki Sakura-no-Yu, renowned for its natural hot springs. The best view is Mount Iwaki in the northeast, visible from your room and the large public bath. It's a truly spectacular sight! We stayed in a standard double room, a small 15-square-meter room, but the stunning view was perfectly adequate for one person. The off-season rate is ¥13,000 per night, approximately NT$2,600. The hotel is conveniently located near Hirosaki Castle and historic buildings, within walking distance of the main attractions. While a bit far from the JR station, there's a free shuttle service, or you can take the Dotemachi bus from stop 12 to the hotel entrance.

Hirosaki Park in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, is said to be the best in Japan. The annual Hirosaki Sakura Festival attracts 2.45 million people, making it one of Japan's largest cherry blossom viewing spots. The most popular attraction is the Hanaikada, which is slightly past its peak cherry blossom viewing season. The park is filled with about 2,600 cherry trees, and you can see a flood of cherry blossoms, as well as the famous Hanaikada, which can be seen in the inner moat surrounding the castle ruins. Admission to Hirosaki Park is free, and admission is required only for the main castle, Hirosaki Castle. The cherry blossoms at Hirosaki Park are voluminous and fluffy, unlike the typical Somei Yoshino cherry trees. This is because, although it is generally said that cherry tree branches should not be cut, Hirosaki's cherry blossoms are protected by the "Team Sakuramori," a group of cherry blossom professionals, who have been working to protect the branches of cherry trees from the apple cultivation in Aomori. By applying the pruning techniques used in the cherry blossom festival, the cherry blossoms are carefully cultivated so that the dense cherry blossoms can be enjoyed, with larger clusters, more flower clusters, and a longer lifespan than ordinary Somei-Yoshino cherry trees. The best time to see the cherry blossoms is usually at the end of April. The best time to see the flower rafts is usually around Golden Week, but in recent years, the timing may be earlier or later due to global warming, so you need to check the flowering status frequently. By the way, you can enjoy a stylish cherry blossom viewing experience by taking a sightseeing boat through the flower rafts with cherry blossoms falling from the inner moat of the Higashi-naimon Gate. Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 Fee: 1,500 yen for junior high school students and above *As of April 2023 Date: Friday, April 18, 2025 - Monday, May 5, 2025 Admission: Free for the garden, 320 yen for adults/100 yen for children for the main citadel Special illumination: April 18th to May 5th, from sunset to 22:00 Time required: Approximately 2 hours for one round Access: 30 minutes on foot from JR Hirosaki Station, approximately 8 minutes by taxi, approximately 20 minutes by bus in the direction of Hirosaki Park or the Cultural Center #Seasonal places in Japan #Aomori Prefecture #Famous cherry blossom spot #Amazing view

✵ Aomori Prefecture 2024.08 ＼Cafes I visited in Hirosaki, Aomori☕️／ I visited three retro coffee shops in Hirosaki City! Every one is so cute, I recommend it❤︎ 📍Spots ① Taisho Romantic Cafe A retro coffee shop with 9 kinds of apple pies☕️(as of August 2024) I recommend the terrace seats by the windows where the sunlight shines in and it's beautiful! When I went around noon, it was empty and I could choose my seat◎ The apple curry and pizza-style galette I had for lunch were so delicious, so I personally highly recommend them🍎🍛 ② Coffee Shop Baton A coffee shop inside the Hirosaki Civic Hall. You can't miss out on the famous jelly punch, so be sure to order it! The colorful jelly was as beautiful as the stained glass at the Civic Hall 🧊 ③Junkissa Rubian Hirosaki City has so many coffee shops that are open until midnight that a night cafe crawl is not a dream! Rubian is open until 1am (Tabelog information) The Neapolitan pasta I had in the retro shop with beautiful lamps was delicious 🤤 📷2024.08 📍Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture #Domestic Travel Strategy

This guide will help you explore Aomori! Transportation Guide 1. External transportation: From Tokyo, take the Shinkansen for about 3 hours to reach Aomori 🚄; from Sapporo, Hokkaido, the Super Hokuto Limited Express or the Hokkaido Shinkansen takes about 5 hours. If you choose to fly ✈️, the flight time from Haneda Airport to Aomori Airport is about 1 hour and 20 minutes. 2. Internal transportation: Public transportation in Aomori Prefecture is mainly by JR buses, which connect major attractions and cities 🚌. For example, from Aomori Station to Oirase Stream or Lake Towada, you can take the JR Tohoku Bus (みずうみ号/おいらせ号). Attraction Recommendations 1. Central and Southern Areas: - Oirase Stream: A year-round hiking destination 🚶 with picturesque scenery along the way, featuring several waterfalls and viewing platforms 🌊. - Lake Towada: A caldera lake with different scenery in each season, especially the autumn leaves 🍁 and winter snow ❄️. - Mt. Hakkoda: A winter skiing destination 🎿 with spectacular ice trees; in summer, you can go hiking 🏔️. 2. Tsugaru Area: - Hirosaki Castle: An Edo period building, especially beautiful during the cherry blossom season 🌸. - Nebuta House WA·RASSE: Displays the lanterns and history of the Aomori Nebuta Festival 🎇. - Gono Line: A sightseeing train line 🚃 with beautiful scenery along the way, especially during the autumn foliage season 🍁. 3. Sanpachi Area: - Osorezan: A World Natural Heritage site, a Buddhist sacred site with the theme of "hell" and "paradise" ⛩️. - Shimokita Peninsula Hotokegaura: Strange rock formations and clear sea water 🌊, perfect for coastal walks and photography 📷. Food Recommendations 1. Seafood: Aomori is one of Japan's largest tuna producing areas, so tuna dishes are a must-try 🐟. In addition, there are fresh sea urchins, salmon roe, and other seafood rice bowls 🍱. 2. Apple Desserts: Aomori is famous for its apples 🍎, and apple pies, apple ice cream, and other desserts are not to be missed 🍦. 3. Local specialties: Try Aomori's unique "けの汁 hot pot," a soup pot dish made with local ingredients 🍲. Accommodation Recommendations 1. Aomori City: Asamushi Sakura Kanko Hotel, Aomori Daiwa Roynet Hotel, etc., with convenient transportation 🚇 and close to shopping areas 🛍️. 2. Hirosaki City: Dormy Inn Hirosaki, ART Hirosaki City Hotel, etc., suitable for cherry blossom viewing 🌸 or participating in the Nebuta Festival 🎊. 3. Near attractions: Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel, located in Towada-Hachimantai National Park, offers a variety of outdoor activities 🏕️ and specialty cuisine 🍱. Aomori Prefecture attracts countless visitors with its unique natural scenery, rich cultural heritage, and delicious local cuisine 🎉. Whether you are a nature lover, a cultural explorer, or a foodie, you will find your own travel experience here. Come to Aomori and start an unforgettable journey 🚀!

#Kappo cuisine #Michelin recommendation #Seasonal cuisine #Exquisite plating #Local dining table 🦋The "Yo" restaurant, founded by chef Yohei Narita from Aomori, is very likely to become the next Michelin star. The restaurant uses a cooked-to-order method to bring out the delicious flavors of Aomori's local ingredients. Taiwan's most famous star chef, Chiang Chen-cheng, also praised Chef Narita's cooking, which shows his superb cooking skills. 🦋Every dish is like a work of art, from the sweet sea bream from Fukaura Bay to the Nami beef from Shichihe Kaneko Farm, every ingredient is skillfully cooked by the chef to present the most original flavor. In the open kitchen, you can witness the chefs' superb knife skills and heat control. Before serving, the chef explains each dish enthusiastically and carefully, bringing visitors a double feast of vision and taste. 🦋The exquisite set meal we tasted today was unforgettable. The wine list is also very rich. If you don't know where to start, you can ask the chef for recommendations or observe what the gourmets at other tables are drinking. Appetizer: Carefully selected hairy crabs from Lake Ogawara, using the rich broth extracted from crab roe, paired with black fungus and shredded ginger to make crab meat steamed eggs, with a rich taste. Appetizer: Fresh octopus from Mutsu Bay, delicious and chewy. Paired with seasonal taro and chrysanthemum, it is colorful. Sashimi: Shrimp and tuna from Mutsu Bay are carefully selected, and their freshness is unmatched. The chef's careful handling of wasabi is fascinating to watch. Bowl: The clear soup is made from clams and lotus roots, and is clear and sweet. After nightfall, it was 5 degrees Celsius and drizzled in Hirosaki. The hot soup came just in time. Grilled food: The sweet sea bream was slowly grilled over charcoal fire to retain the freshness of the fish meat, with a crispy skin, paired with burdock white miso, ginkgo, shiitake mushrooms, and watercress, and placed on roasted lotus leaves to add a bit of fragrance. Main course: Real cod roe was baked in the oven, paired with new rice vinegar rice, served with a sauce made of fragrant mushrooms and 1st broth, and garnished with a little mustard greens, with a smooth texture. Delicacies: Mutsu Bay abalone steamed in wine, served with spinach and wasabi, for a unique flavor. Cold dish: A Japanese combination of Mutsu Bay scallops and turnips, topped with slightly sour miso sauce, refreshing and appetizing. Main course: Nanaki beef from Shichinohe, grilled over charcoal and served with straw aroma, local green onions, mashed potatoes, and a little sansho sauce to enhance the flavor. The meat is tender and juicy. What to eat: Earthen pot rice with chicken, black fungus and mushrooms, full of fragrance. Dessert: chestnut ice cream, chestnut nectar, steamed chestnuts, pudding, lily root and persimmon tsuba

#2024Travel Review The best place to enjoy night maples in Northeast Japan is #Hirosaki Castle. Hirosaki City is about 40 minutes’ drive from Aomori City. It is surrounded by internal and external moats, and maple and cherry trees are planted on the riverbanks. The unique environment makes Hirosaki Castle a perfect place. It is a well-known place for viewing maples and cherry blossoms in Northeast China. During the maple leaf season and cherry blossom season, the Hirosaki Park Botanical Garden will hold night lights, allowing people to enjoy the beautiful night maples along the river. There are also lighting installations. You can stroll from daytime to evening, and enjoy two different red maple scenes at once. collect. You can also take a boat tour on the moat of Hirosaki Castle. Viewing the maples on the river has a better perspective and more atmosphere. Taking photos is super dreamy! In fact, Hirosaki Castle's cherry blossoms are more famous than maple leaves. There are about 50 varieties and 2,600 cherry blossom trees planted in Hirosaki Park. It is one of the few cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. It has also been shortlisted for Japan's top 100 cherry blossoms and one of the three top cherry blossom viewing spots in Tohoku. . #JapanNortheast Free Travel #Northeastern Maple Viewing #Hirosaki Castle #Hirosaki Park #night maple #Aomori

#FlowerGarden #100TravelTips 🧩 If we talk about the experience of "flower viewing", I have to say honestly that I am not really into flowers in artificial gardens. And if you ask what kind of flowers I like to see? ... I can answer that the most beautiful and magnificent in the form of natural trees, naturally blooming, must be in Japan only during March-April. 🌸 In Hirosaki Park, Aomori Prefecture, it should impress everyone. More than 2,600 cherry trees, totaling up to 52 species, since the Edo period. The cherry blossoms here are beautifully different... blooming in thick fluff all over the garden. Especially the garden around the castle, with Hirosaki Castle as the backdrop, it's the most awesome!

| A fairy-tale journey. Location: Aomori, Japan. 🎫Tickets: The ticket prices for each attraction are reasonable, so you won't feel the pressure on your wallet😉. 🕙Best time to visit: Spring and autumn are the most beautiful seasons in Aomori. In spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom🌸, and the entire city is surrounded by pink; in autumn, maple leaves are like fire🍁, as if you have stepped into a fairy tale world. 🌟Highlights: 💫Oirase Stream, the scenery here is simply beautiful. Clear streams, dense forests🌳, and large and small waterfalls, every place is fascinating. You can stroll along the stream and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. 💫Lake Towada, the lake is blue and surrounded by mountains. You can take a boat to enjoy the lake view🚢 and enjoy the lake and mountains. There are also many cute shops by the lake where you can buy some special souvenirs. 💫Aomori Nebuta Festival is also worth seeing. The huge Nebuta lanterns are colorful🎊 and full of the charm of Japanese traditional culture. 💫The cherry blossoms and apple blossoms in Hirosaki Park are also not to be missed. During the flowering season, the entire park becomes a sea of flowers🌺, which is super romantic. 🥰Food recommendation: Aomori's apples are super famous🍏, you must try them. There are also seafood bowls, grilled scallops and other delicacies, let your taste buds enjoy.😋 📝Tips: 👟Prepare a pair of comfortable shoes, because you may walk a lot. 📷Bring a camera, the beautiful scenery here will make you can't help but take pictures. 🌂Pay attention to weather changes, bring suitable clothes and rain gear. 💕Come to Aomori and start a fairy-tale journey!💖

🇯🇵 𝐀 𝐎 𝐌 𝐎 𝐑 𝐈 . 1 Day Trip on local train 🚂 ชวนกันนั่งรถไฟเที่ยวจาก Aomori ไป Hirosaki ดู Tambo Art สุดเจ๋ง! 🍣 เปิดวันด้วยข้าวหน้าปลาดิบ Nokkedon ที่เด็ดตรงเลือกวัตถุดิบสดๆ จากตลาดเองได้ ฟินสุดๆ สายกินห้ามพลาด! 🚋 ต่อด้วยนั่งรถไฟไป Hirosaki ชม Tambo Art ศิลปะบนนาข้าวที่อลังการงานสร้างมากๆ เหมือนได้เดินเข้าภาพวาดธรรมชาติที่มีชีวิต แค่เห็นก็ว้าวแล้ว! ปกติแอดจะแวะเมืองนี้ทุกครั้งที่นั่ง Shinkansen ไป Hokkaido เลยหาเวลาออกไปรอบๆเมืองดูบ้าง เผื่อเป็นไอเเดีย สำหรับใครที่ชอบบรรยากาศชนบทญี่ปุ่น นี่คือฟินมากเลยนะ การเดินทาง - JR Ou Line จาก Aomori Station ไปลงที่ Hirosaki Station 40 นาที - นั่งรถไฟ Local Kuroishi ไปลง Tambo Art Station ได้เลย 30 นาที #WishListพาไปที #Aomori #Hirosaki #TamboArt #Nokkedon #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น #ศิลปะบนทุ่งนา #รถไฟญี่ปุ่น #อาหารเช้าญี่ปุ่น #ท่องเที่ยว #ท่องเที่ยวธรรมชาติ #รีวิวญี่ปุ่น #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่นด้วยตัวเอง #โพสต์รับโชค

Sakura blossoms in Hirosaki Castle are a sight to behold! 🌸 The delicate pink petals create a stunning contrast against the ancient castle walls, painting a picture of beauty and tranquility. Visitors from near and far gather to witness this breathtaking spectacle, capturing the essence of spring in all its glory. The soft fragrance of cherry blossoms fills the air, creating a dream-like atmosphere that transports you to a world of serenity and wonder. As the petals gently fall like snowflakes, it serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of beauty, urging us to appreciate the present moment and cherish the beauty that surrounds us. In Hirosaki Castle, amidst the Sakura blossoms, one can truly experience the magic of nature's artistry. 🌸 #SakuraBlossoms #HirosakiCastle #Nature'sBeauty #SpringVibes #cherryblossom2024

Everywhere you look, there are cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms, and more cherry blossoms🌸🌸🌸The cherry blossoms of Hirosaki Park are often mentioned as one of the "best views in Japan you must see before you die." If you think "I'm exaggerating, saying I must see it before I die," no, that's not an exaggeration! It's such a wonderful spot that you'll think, "I'm glad I got to see it before I die!"✨✨The sight of the cherry blossoms scattered in the moat, commonly known as the Hanaikada (flower raft), dyeing the water surface pink is truly beautiful‼️ It takes about 2 hours to go around👟 If you are planning to go this year or are planning to go in the future, please refer to the following two points! ① About the Hirosaki Sakura Festival ② How to get there [About the Hirosaki Sakura Festival]-------- The Sakura Festival will be held when these cherry blossoms bloom◼︎Date of event・Hirosaki Sakura Festival 2024 April 12th - May 5th *Lights will be turned on and stores will open as soon as they are ready. ・The illumination hours are from sunset to 10pm⚠️This year, due to early blooming, a semi-regular illumination period will be set up⚠️◼︎Paid areas and timesThere is an admission fee for the following areas and timesHirosaki Castle Honmaru 7:00-21:00 320 yenApril 12th to April 22nd: 9:00-17:00 April 23rd to May 5th: 7:00-21:00 ◼︎Food stalls are openThere are many food stalls lined up in the garden! ・Opening hours: 9:00-21:00※ Please note that eating and drinking are prohibited in some areas of the park, such as the Honmaru, Kita no Kuruwai, and parts of the Ninomaru.◼︎During the Sakura Festival, you can ride a rowboat on the Nishibori moat, but be careful as there will be a long line⚠️・Business hours: 9:00-17:00・Fee: 60 minutes, 1,000 yen/boat, capacity 3 people [How to get there] When going to Hirosaki Park, you first need to get to Aomori Prefecture from Aomori Airport or take the Shinkansen to Shin-Aomori Station. First, head to Hirosaki Station. From Aomori Airport: ✈️ Konan Bus, Aomori Airport → Hirosaki Station, 1,200 yen, approx. 55 minutes. Transportation IC cards can be used. *Only the airport line. From Shin-Aomori Station: 🚄 JR Ou Main Line, Shin-Aomori Station → Hirosaki Station, 590 yen, approx. 40 minutes. From Hirosaki Station to Hirosaki Park, you can take a local bus. 🚌 The nearest bus stop to Hirosaki Park is "City Hall Park Entrance" or "Cultural Center". From Hirosaki Park, Ote-monguchi: Bus stop 6 → Get off at the City Hall Park Entrance for about 15 minutes. If you are going to Hirosaki Park East Gate, get off at Bus Stop 7 → Cultural Center Mae for about 10 minutes. *My personal recommendation is to go around from the Ote-mon Gate. 🚶The above is by bus, but Hirosaki has a bus called the 100 yen bus that you can ride for 100 yen. 🚌In that case, take the Dotemachi Circulator Bus, and get off at the City Hall Park Entrance. If you are going to see the lights up and go home late, there may already be no buses from the area around Hirosaki Park! In that case, it is about a 30-minute walk to the station, but it is a gentle downhill slope. If you really want to take the bus, make sure you know the bus times of nearby bus stops in advance. ⚠️ --------- That's it! How about it! This is the No. 1 spectacular view I've seen all over Japan. ✨ This year's cherry blossoms are expected to bloom on 4/14! If you can't go this year, save it for next year! ~ ...

The cherry blossoms at Hirosaki Park last year 🌸 The cherry blossoms at Hirosaki Park last year With around 2,600 cherry blossom trees, it's one of Japan's iconic cherry blossom spots. The park also features Hirosaki Castle, surrounded by beautiful cherry blossoms. The illuminated cherry blossoms at night are also stunning, so I recommend enjoying both day and night views. The spot where you can capture cherry blossoms in the shape of a heart in the second picture is also very popular. With around 2,600 cherry blossom trees, it's one of Japan's iconic cherry blossom spots. The park also features Hirosaki Castle, surrounded by beautiful cherry blossoms. The illuminated cherry blossoms at night are also stunning, so I recommend enjoying both day and night views. The spot where you can capture cherry blossoms in the shape of a heart in the second picture is also very popular. 📍Hirosaki Park 📷April 16 & 17, 2023 #hirosakipark #japantrip #aomoritrip #amazingaomori #hirosakipark #aomoritrip #cherryblossomspot #sakura2024

It is one of Japan's three most famous cherry blossom viewing spots, with around 2,600 cherry trees of 52 varieties, including weeping and double-flowered cherry trees, blooming in the vast park. The lifespan of Somei-Yoshino cherry trees is said to be 60 to 80 years, but there are over 400 trees here that are over 100 years old. Apparently, they are cared for using apple pruning techniques. Perhaps because of this, I thought the sense of volume of the cherry blossoms was the greatest I'd ever seen. My favorite thing about Hirosaki Park is the flower rafts in the castle moat, which can be seen 3 to 4 days after full bloom! Rather than a river, they look like a carpet of cherry petals. The ducks swimming leisurely on them are incredibly graceful. Another highlight is the Nakabori sightseeing boat, which operates during the cherry blossom season and allows visitors to enjoy cherry blossom viewing from the moat. I thought the combination of the red bridge leading to the main castle, the falling cherry petals, and the reflection was beautiful (fourth photo). Furthermore, walking through the large park, you can see the heart-shaped cherry blossoms, Hirosaki Castle Tower, the long cherry blossom tunnel, Mt. Iwaki seen through the cherry blossoms, and so much more that you can't see everything in one day. Best time to see cherry blossoms: Late April Admission fee: Free (320 yen for paid areas, business hours 9:00-17:00. Extended hours during the Sakura Festival) Access: 10 minutes by taxi from Hirosaki Station #Sakura2024 #Sakura

🇯🇵🗻HIROSAKI ❄️☃️ 11/25/23 A small town in AOMORI prefecture. There aren't many tourists. It's a lovely, peaceful town. During the cherry blossom season, it's very beautiful. If you're tired of tourist spots like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hokkaido, try visiting this town. It feels like a local. No one is fighting to take pictures. And yesterday was the first snowfall of the year. 😍❄️🍁 I was so lucky. The leaves changed color along with the snow. It only took me 50 minutes to get there by plane from Tokyo. #TravelingJapanByYourself

Iwakisan Shrine, whose deity is Mt. Iwaki, also known as Tsugaru Fuji At an altitude of 1,625m, it was a mountain of faith for Tsugaru farmers that has been watching over Tsugaru since ancient times. It is an independent peak and well-balanced, and although I have had the opportunity to see many mountains, I personally thought this was a very beautiful mountain. When you arrive at the shrine, its beauty is even more apparent, as Mt. Iwaki can be seen straight from the approach. As you proceed along the approach, admiring its dynamic form. It is in my top three favorite approach paths. By the way, the remaining two recommended approaches are: ・Togakushi Shrine Okumiya (Nagano Prefecture) ・Musashi Ichinomiya Hikawa Shrine (Saitama Prefecture) Other than the mountain, the things that catch your eye in the precincts are ◉ Upside-down lion dogs ◉ Chozuya (purification fountain) ◉ Tower gate ◉ Golden dragon in the main hall If you count them all, there is no end to it... I was able to experience a wonderful shrine and its deity! As you would expect from the Ichinomiya of Tsugaru Province. ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ❁ ❁ ❁┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ❥❥History The shrine was first built on the summit of Mt. Iwaki in 780 (the 11th year of the Houki era). In 800 (the 19th year of the Enryaku era), Sakanoue no Tamuramaro rebuilt the shrine. This was made the inner shrine, and a separate Oriinomiya was built in a village at the foot of the mountain. In 1091 (the 5th year of the Kanji era), Oriinomiya was transferred to its current location under a trust. During the Edo period, large-scale construction was carried out by successive lords of the Tsugaru domain. ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ❁ ❁ ❁┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ❥❥ Iwakiyama Shrine 🚌Hirosaki Station (bus) → 🚏Iwakiyama Shrine, about 40 minutes ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Iwakiyama Shrine #Shrine Tour #Aomori Prefecture #Aomori Tourism #Aomori Trip

Art Hotel Hirosaki City is located in front of Hirosaki Station in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture. The location is good and the rooms are nice, but I'd like to introduce the restaurant and bar. Breakfast is buffet style and there are many local dishes, so it's very satisfying. If you eat breakfast here, you can conquer the local cuisine. I recommend the soup, Keno-jiru, because it was really delicious. I prefer Japanese food, so I forgot to take pictures of the Western food, but there was plenty of bread, salad, and flakes. It wasn't crowded, so I was able to eat my meal at a leisurely pace. The walls inside the restaurant are also really cute. I also got the impression that there were more types of drinks than in a normal buffet. Of course, there was apple juice. I also recommend the bar on the same floor. As part of the travel support, I received a coupon at check-in that gave me a free cider with every glass I ordered, so I went there, and the apple at the entrance was cute! They were kind enough to make cocktails that were not too sweet. There is also a tea lounge on the lobby floor. Here you can also purchase apple pie, a staple of Hirosaki, as a takeaway. It was a heavy pie with a light sweetness and a strong apple flavor. [Art Hotel Hirosaki City] Address: 1-1-2 Omachi, Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture Phone number: 0172-37-0700 #Accommodation #777 #Aomori #AomoriPrefecture #AomoriHotel #AomoriTourism #AomoriTrip #Hirosaki #HirosakiCityHotel

Art Hotel Hirosaki City is located in front of Hirosaki Station in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture. I booked this time with JAL Pack, but even if I had booked normally, I think it was good to choose this hotel overall. The room type I stayed in was a Deluxe Hollywood Twin Room, which had a low table and chairs, and it was nice to have a relaxing space! The bathroom was spacious and the bathtub was clean. It was a shame that the exterior was dark because of construction work, but overall it was clean and comfortable to stay in. I was also happy that the free mineral water in the refrigerator was from the Shirakami Mountains. This water is incredibly delicious, so please try it. Breakfast was buffet style, with many local dishes and was very satisfying. It wasn't crowded, so I was able to eat my meal at my own pace. [Art Hotel Hirosaki City] Address: 1-1-2 Omachi, Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture Phone number: 0172-37-0700 #Accommodation #777 #Aomori #Aomori Prefecture #Aomori Hotel #Aomori Tourism #Aomori Trip #Hirosaki #Hirosaki City Hotel

The vermilion-roofed main shrine building and the two torii gates are sure to catch your eye! At the back of the gorgeous grounds lies the main hall, which exudes a completely different dignity. It is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property and was erected by Tsugaru Nobuhira, the second lord of Hirosaki Domain. Another must-see is the statue of the largest toad in Japan. It was dedicated as a monument to pray for road safety on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of Hirosaki City's municipal incorporation. This frog is said to be one of the lucky "Seven Lucky Frogs"! Here are the benefits it brings: ◉ Traffic safety (return safely) ◉ Safety in the home (return of parents and children) ◉ Prosperity in business (return of treasures) ◉ Fulfillment of wishes (return of wishes) ◉ Immortality and longevity (return of youth) ◉ Good luck (return of happiness) ◉ Marital harmony (return of love) ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ❁ ❁ ❁┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ❥❥ History It began when it was enshrined in the 67th year of Emperor Sujin (31 BC). In the 4th year of Emperor Saimei (658), Abe Hirafu enshrined Kumano Sansho Daigongen. Mononobe Yasumaro built a shrine on the site of Odayama. Founded by King Hiragasu near the Kodomari district of Nakadomari Town. In 788, it was moved to the vicinity of Hirosaki City. In 807, Sakanoue no Tamuramaro is said to have prayed for victory during his campaign against the Emishi. Due to the separation of Shinto and Buddhism in the Meiji era, the shrine was renamed Kumano Okuteru Shrine. ┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ ❁ ❁ ❁┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈ 📝 ⢀⢀⢀⢀⢀⢄⠜⡱⢄⢄✧ 🚩 Festival God Izanagi no Mikoto Izanami no Mikoto #Kumano Okuteru Shrine #Shrine Visit #Shrine Tour #Tour of Tourist Spots #Domestic Travel

One of the three most popular cherry blossom spots in Japan is Hirosaki Castle in Aomori Prefecture. Anyone who comes to see cherry blossoms in the Tohoku region must stop by here. How to get to Hirosaki Castle From Tokyo: Take the Tohoku-Hokkaido Shinkansen from Tokyo Station to Shin-Aomori Station (3 hours). Then, from Shin-Aomori Station, take the Ou Line to Hirosaki Station and take a taxi for about 8 minutes to reach Hirosaki Castle. Alternatively, take the bus in front of Hirosaki Station and get off at Shiyakusho-mae (100 yen). Then, walk for another 4 minutes.

Unknown location 🤭🤭!! Somewhere two hours local bus ride from hirosaki train station . I was sitting in cafe before go back to hotel , one of Japanese aunty ask me for spare seat in my table and start to have body language and some google translate conversation. Then she told me that , she want to go and see this place for beautiful Sakura lane . I ask her , how far , she said almost to the mountain base 😆😆 and she dare not to go alone . Then I agreed to accompany her to go !! There you are!! Those beautiful cherry trees line up and sooo beautiful near to mount Iwaki ( so called look a like Mount Fuji ) . And we waited two hours for the bus at Hirosaki bus stop No.6 and two hours each journey , to and fro enjoy the bus ride and feel those beautiful Sakura . But the bus ride was enjoyable as well and we can see mount Iwaki all the way . End up , I don’t regret going there and such a beautiful cherry lane at all !! Hope you all enjoy beautiful Sakura like me !! See you all on the other side of the world 🌎🤭🤭!!! #naturelover #japan #solotravel

If I tell you, The first thing I saw was a sea of ​​cherry blossoms. I was so moved that tears welled up in my eyes. Do you think I'm exaggerating? 😆 Maybe you are not as emotional as I am. But when you are in this pink world, Standing on the bridge and looking at the sea of ​​flowers on both sides, Even the local Japanese were amazed by the scenery. This is Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture, Japan. There are no direct flights from Hong Kong to Aomori. I went to Tokyo and then transferred there. To see this magnificent view, To give you some historical background, Hirosaki Park is a large park located in the center of Hirosaki City. There are two thousand cherry trees planted in the park, and it is known as "Japan's No. 1 Cherry Blossom Festival". Hirosaki Castle has a history of 400 years. It was a city in Japan at that time and is now listed as a national monument of Japan. The remains of the city, including the towers, city gates, moat, stone walls, and earthen ramparts, are almost all preserved in their original state. Many important cultural heritages are preserved here, which are very precious. The castle tower was originally a five-story building, but it was destroyed by lightning and burned down. It was not until 200 years later during the Edo period that it was restored to its current three-story appearance. I was very lucky that year to catch the cherry blossoms in full bloom, which was also the local cherry blossom festival. Many Japanese people would have picnics in the park to enjoy the cherry blossoms, or rent a boat and paddle on the river to appreciate the beauty of the cherry blossoms from another angle. Those who plant trees will enjoy the shade. What trees can we plant today that future generations will admire? #Spring Cherry Blossom Viewing #Aomori, Japan #JapanTravel #Japanese cherry blossoms

Japanese artist, Yoshitomo Nara, was born and raised in Hirosaki, Aomori in Japan. His show “Hello, can we have Nara Yoshitomo exhibition” is held in his hometown, Hirosaki. the exhibition is about how he had 3 exhibitions in the Sake brewery. History of his work, lots of installations, and explanations. If you love his work, this is highly recommended! #japan #japantravel #narayoshitomo #japaneseart