Last Updated: Oct 28, 2024

Come to Aomori City

An Amazing Part of Aomori Prefecture

This story was originally published on donnykimball.com and has been syndicated here on Medium.

You know, somehow, I completely neglected to do an Aomori area guide thus far. Though I did indeed cover a lot of what the city has to offer in my article about autumn in the prefecture, I guess I just had it in my mind that I had already said all there is to say about Aomori City. Please, dear reader, allow me to now repent for my sins with the following feature. As one of my favorite cities in all of Japan, I cannot more highly recommend that you consider adding this amazing part of Japan’s Tohoku region to your next itinerary. Hopefully, by the end of this article, you can see why I am so ashamed that it took me this long to get my proverbial poop together in regards to Aomori City.

So, why would someone want to visit Aomori? Well, the city offers a unique blend of history, culture, and stunning natural scenery that makes it one of the Tohoku region’s standout destinations. Known for its famous Nebuta Festival, this vibrant city also boasts some of Japan’s richest archaeological sites and fascinating exhibits at places like the ancient artifacts at the Sannai-Maruyama Site and the contemporary exhibits at the Aomori Museum of Art. A coastal city nestled between mountains and sea, Aomori offers visitors a chance to explore lush landscapes, renowned hot…