Introducing Aomori-ken
Aomori-ken, at the curious northern tip of Honshū, is split in the middle by Mutsu, Noheji and Aomori bays, all cradled in the arm of the axe-shaped Shimokita peninsula. Volcano strewn, it has some fantastic onsens and boasts Japan’s biggest apple harvest, its oldest cherry tree and (don’t go kissing anyone!) the most garlic produced. Rather than ward off the dead, Aomori’s people commune with them: Osore-zan, splendidly sulphurous, is famed for its connections to the spirit world. Lake Towada, at the opposite end of the prefecture, puts on airs as Tōhoku’s most popular sight. The world’s longest submarine tunnel (54km) connects Aomori with Hokkaidō. Yet despite all these amazing superlatives, the city and surrounding countryside are quaintly provincial. It’s a fun place, though the more remote areas may require some advance planning...or a car rental.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: To Cancel or Not to Cancel? That is the question
by Tokyo_girl 15 April 2011
If you have the time Venessa, it's a magnificent time to be in Tohoku with cherry blossoms. Akita (Kakunodate), Yamagata, and the non…
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RE: GREAT EARTHQUAKE Hits Japan
by Kira 11 March 2011
Kuri, mine is missing in Noda-mura, Iwate ken, which is nearer Aomori ken border ... Any news you get, please post Kira
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Re: What is the real scoop on Northern Honshu weather in early July?
by Tokyo_girl 24 January 2011
Winter has distinct climates. Snow on the Japan Sea side and clear skies on the Pacific side. (there is a mountain range that runs through…
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