Province
Aomori
青森
Aomori is famous for its Nebuta Festival with giant illuminated floats, fresh seafood (especially scallops), and the stunning Oirase Gorge. Visit Hirosaki Castle during cherry blossom season for breathtaking views.
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Attraction
Shirakami-Sanchi
Shirakami-Sanchi · Shirakami-Sanchi · Shirakami-Sanchi
UNESCO-listed virgin beech forests with hiking trails to Anmon Falls and rare black woodpeckers in Japan's last wilderness.
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Jomon Prehistoric Sites in Northern Japan
Jomon Prehistoric Sites in Northern Japan · Jomon Prehistoric Sites in Northern Japan · Jomon Prehistoric Sites in Northern Japan
A UNESCO site featuring ancient Jomon period settlements and artifacts, offering a unique glimpse into Japan's prehistoric hunter-gatherer culture.