A 4-Day Journey of Culture, Nature & Gastronomy

Modern Art & The Gateway to the Stream

Towada Art Center: One of Japan's premier contemporary art museums. The entire street serves as a canvas, featuring breathtaking, larger-than-life installations by world-renowned artists like Yayoi Kusama and Ron Mueck. It offers an incredible, interactive visual experience perfect for global travelers.

Enjoying the local flavors for lunch in Towada City is another great option.

Dive into Towada-Hachimantai National Park

Summer turns the gorge into a deep green sanctuary. Rejuvenate your mind and body by the pristine streams via rental bike or walking. At Oirase Keiryu Hotel, day-trippers can also hop on the guided "Oirase Gorge Open-Top Bus Tour" to easily feel the refreshing breeze.

Premium Dinner Experience
For a luxurious night, dine at the French restaurant "Sonore." Enjoy an apéro by the murmuring stream, followed by exquisite French courses that creatively rephrase local regional flavors, perfectly paired with fine wines.

Festival Spirit & Aomori's Heritage in Pure Ryokan Luxury

Located right by Aomori Station, this museum perfectly captures the magic of the world-famous Aomori Nebuta Festival. Walk through a glowing tunnel to marvel at actual, giant prize-winning festival floats up close. Visitors can even listen to the traditional festival music and try the energetic dance, making it an immersive cultural highlight.

Create your own seafood bowl at Aomori Gyosai Center with the famous "Nokke-don."

Stay & Culture at "KAI Tsugaru"
Relax your travel fatigue at this hot spring ryokan in Hirosaki. The highlight is the live Tsugaru Jamisen performance—its powerful, vibrant notes resonating through the water garden will take your breath away.

The next day, after checking out, explore Hirosaki City. The city is famous for its abundance of bakeries offering delicious apple pies, making it highly recommended to try and compare different styles.

"Aomoriya by Hoshino Resorts" — A Theme Park of Aomori Culture

Experience vibrant seasonal events like the "Goldfish Festival" (Summer) or "Apple Festival" (Autumn).

At the buffet restaurant "Noresore Shokudo," you will be warmly welcomed by the local "Kaccha" (mothers) and treated to a rich variety of comforting regional dishes.

And a stay here is incomplete without witnessing the spectacular show at "Michinoku Matsuriya."
Right before your eyes, the powerful live music of Aomori's iconic festivals—including the Aomori Nebuta and Hirosaki Neputa—fills the room. Feel the electrifying pulse of Aomori's culture with your entire body. This high-energy performance is guaranteed to bring your travel excitement to its absolute peak!

Relax after your journey in the "Ukiyu" outdoor hot spring, offering beautiful seasonal views.

Enjoy a seasonal horse-carriage ride, pick up some local souvenirs, and head to Misawa Airport after a delicious lunch in downtown Misawa.