aptinet Aomori Sightseeing Guide

Here are some of the recommended model course to thoroughly enjoy Aomori

In Aomori, where rich nature and culture fuse as one, there are many appealing sightseeing spots. Come and see the unique and enchanting sites in Aomori.

Enjoying Winter	Ataste of Winter	Food in Autumn	Message from the Blue Forest


	Memories of fun, hands-on experiences tours will remain with you forever. In Aomori, trekking can be enjoyed throughout the year. Trekking at World Heritage Site Shirakami Sanchi and Juniko lakes are great. Enjoy the beech tress and wild birds up close while breathing in the clean, fresh air. Don't miss Aoike when trekking through the 12 lakes of Juniko. The mysterious beauty of the deep blue lake surface will draw your heart. Then there are Iwaki and Hakkoda mountains. They are the two mountains symbolic of Aomori and home to its residents. There are 3 trekking courses through the Hakkoda mountains, one 4-hour course that goes to the main peak, Odake, the Kenashi Paradise Line is an easy trail for beginners, and the Hakkoda Gourd Line is recommended for those wishing to see alpine plants. Select the course that suits your experience and equipment.	Oirase Stream
		Hakkoda Mountain

	Jyuniko Trekking Learn about the natural ecosystems and think about preserving and nurturing the virgin forest while strolling around Juniko, the gateway to Shirakami Sanchi.

	Shirakami Trekking The "Anmon-no-taki waterfall (approx. 2 hrs.) course" is a stroll through a mystical forest with old beech trees and along the river and the "Beech Forest Stroll Course (approx. 1 hr.)" is a walk through a Beech forest, and the "Nature Watch Path Course (approx. 4 hrs.)" takes you to a spot with a panoramic view of the grand Shirakami Sanchi.

	Hakkoda Walk The Hakkoda Walk is an 8.1 km snow corridor that awakens Hakkoda from its winter sleep. This is a special 3-day event before the opening of National Route 103, the "Hakkoda-Towada Gold Line" that is closed each winter season. See the corridor with its snow walls that stand as high as 9 meters tall.