About
Japan's apple capital, famous for its giant illuminated floats and fresh seafood.
Why go
- Feels like a completely different japan than what most people see
- A quieter, calmer, more peaceful alternative to overcrowded cities
Must try
- Nebuta matsuri (one of japan's most spectacular festivals)
- Build your own seafood rice bowl
- Apple products
- Apple themed market
- Apple themed museum
Pro tips
- Accessible by direct bullet train from tokyo in 3 hours
- Check the train operation status in advance
- Connected by trains and easy local transfers
- Staying in rilaba aomori, a wellness hotel with onsen
- Use the jr east pass for seamless travel
Good to know
- Many trains stop operated due to heavy snow
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