Down the ages, Aomori has woven a rich tapestry of culture with roots that date back to the Jomon Period, as exemplified by the Sannai-Maruyama remains, the largest scale relics of their type in Japan, as well as more recent buildings that bring Aomori's history to life, traditional performing arts, festivals, and craftwork.

In Aomori, you can feel the presence of a succession of cultures, such as when viewing the world-famous festival of flames known as the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, listening to the fascinating sound of the Tsugaru-jamisen, or taking a close look at Tsugaru lacquer ware, which requires approximately 50 distinct processes in its production.

The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri
The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri
Tsugaru lacquer ware
Tsugaru lacquer ware