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Hirosaki Travel Guide


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Sightseeing Guide:

Hirosaki is located in southern Aomori prefecutre. It is a castle town with real Sengoku castle. Hirosaki castle is one of 12 existed original castle that remains since Sengoku period. It is also one of the most popular Sakura spot in Japan. Hirosaki also has a great Samurai residence as well. So, it has a great view of Samurai period. Also, Neputa Matsuri is one of the very famous summer festival in Japan. In winter, it has a heavy snow.

Access to Hirosaki

By Car

Use Tohoku Express Way. Exit at Owani-Hirosaki. 7 to Hirosaki.

By Train

Use Tohoku Shinkansen to Shin-Aomori Station. Change JR Ouu Line to Hirosaki Station.

Sakura at Hirosaki Castle

Area Distribution : Aomori