Cultural Tours in Aomori

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Aomori: Private Custom Tour with Local GuideFrom JPY 25,000
5 h

Aomori: Private Custom Tour with Local Guide

Uncover the rich traditions and natural beauty of Aomori with a professional local guide who knows the region inside and out. Visit the vibrant Nebuta Museum WA RASSE and learn about Aomori's iconic summer festival. Admire the art at the Aomori Museum of Art, set in a striking architectural space. Soak in scenic views at Hakkoda Mountains or along the coast, and sample fresh seafood at Furukawa Fish Market. This customizable tour offers a balance of culture, nature, and local flavor, with transportation options available based on your preferences. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking to enjoy Japan's northern spirit, this Aomori tour delivers a unique and unforgettable experience.

Half-Day Hirosaki Castle and Samurai house Tour with GuideFrom JPY 39,000
5.0 5 h 30 min

Half-Day Hirosaki Castle and Samurai house Tour with Guide

You can enjoy local festival feeling at the Tsugaru-han Neputa Village. Staff members play festival music and you can try to drum a japanese drum. You can enjoy local craft making(extra charge needed.) Gold Fish Neputa Making 1,500JPY Tsugaru Kite Painting 1,300JPY etc. At Hirosaki Castle, you can walk through the castle park which is famous for its cherry blossom in early to mid-April. At the main wing, you can see exterior of the castle tower which is one of twelve castle towers remaining from 19th century. *The castle tower is under repair so we cannot go inside until 2032. If we have time, you can visit a couple of samurai houses near by. *** Attention **** If you are 4 guests, 3 of you should be packed in the back seat in my car.

Private Car Tour of Aomori Golden RouteFrom JPY 117,442
5.0 7 h

Private Car Tour of Aomori Golden Route

This tour takes you on a tour of three of Aomori's most fascinating important cultural spots. Hirosaki Castle, which has the northernmost castle tower in Japan, and the Sannai-Maruyama Ruins, a scene from an era more than 4,000 years ago. We will also take you to a facility where you can experience the Nebuta Matsuri Festival, a festival that inspires the hearts of the Japanese people. Enjoy the delicacies of the sea and feel the charm of Aomori with all your senses. This tour is great for the various types of groups, such as friends, families with children, couples. A National Licensed Guide will guide you in a private car that does not require any permission under the Road Transport Act. *A traditional sightseeing boat called the Hirosaki Park Moat Boat operates on the castle moat within Hirosaki Castle Park. Guests who wish to enjoy this unique boat ride are kindly requested to inform us by message at least two weeks prior to the tour date.

Takayama Inari Shrine & Tsurunomai-hashi bridge TourFrom JPY 44,000
5.0 5 h

Takayama Inari Shrine & Tsurunomai-hashi bridge Tour

Takayama Inari Shrine is famous for its thousands of Shinto Torii Gates. Real insta-worthy shrine. The view of those beautiful gates should be one of the best memories of Aomori trip. *** You need to walk up and down 90 steps of stairs. You can go slope.*** This tour includes transportation service (guide's car.) If you are four people, three of you should be packed in the back seat of my car. It is very difficult to go this shrine only by public transportations. So this tour is the best to visit Takayama Inari shrine. You can also visit JR Kizukuri station which is famous for its insta-worthy Jomon figurine shape. Lastly, we will visit Tsurunomai-Hashi bridge. Please walk across the bridge and take nice photo with Mt. Iwaki which is beautiful with its volcanic shape single peeked mountain. [Additional option] 1. Big Buddha in Aomori City--- 5,000 JPY Additional fare should be paid with cash on the tour day.

Private Tour of Aomori with Licensed GuideFrom JPY 129,462
5.0 6 h

Private Tour of Aomori with Licensed Guide

This private tour showcases three of Aomori’s most iconic cultural landmarks. Step back over 4,000 years at the Sannai-Maruyama Archaeological Site, a UNESCO World Heritage site where you can explore ancient Jomon village life. Discover Hirosaki Castle, home to Japan’s northernmost surviving castle tower, surrounded by gates, bridges, and seasonal beauty. At Showa Daibutsu in Seiryuji Temple, marvel at Japan’s largest seated bronze Buddha, an awe-inspiring figure set among peaceful gardens and a five-story pagoda. Along the way, enjoy fresh local seafood and regional specialties that highlight the flavors of northern Japan. Perfect for friends, couples, and families, this Aomori cultural heritage tour offers a memorable experience for both private travelers and groups. *We also welcome group bookings. Reservations for 16 to 38 participants are available, so please feel free to contact us.

Aomori: Private Omakase Sushi from Four Seas, Translator IncludedFrom JPY 30,000
5.0 2 h 30 min

Aomori: Private Omakase Sushi from Four Seas, Translator Included

Imagine sitting at an intimate sushi counter, open exclusively for your private party during hours usually closed to the public. Located in the Tohoku region of Northern Japan, Aomori City sits where four seas—the Pacific, Sea of Japan, Tsugaru Strait, and Mutsu Bay—converge. This rare setting fostered a local palate so discerning it forged masters of extraordinary craft. Specially opened for you at lunchtime, this private experience features an Omakase course of the highest quality. While celebrating Aomori’s local bounty, the chef meticulously selects the finest ingredients from across Japan and the world on any given day to ensure a world-class experience. This is the pinnacle of Japanese hospitality. More than a meal, this is a cultural journey. Your dedicated Cultural Interpreter will be by your side, not merely translating, but unlocking the philosophy, craft, and living story behind every piece. This is Aomori. This is the soul of Tohoku—Japan at its most authentic.

Aomori Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed GuideFrom JPY 43,000
6 h

Aomori Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide

You can pick up 4 to 5 spots after you apply this tour with a guide. This tour includes the world cultural heritage site, Jomon, Sannai Maruyama site, please don't miss it. You can enjoy full day tour with government licensed tour guide. This tour includes most of popular sight-seeing spots in Aomori city. Aomori city has lots of attractive spot such as art, history, religious buildings, festival museum, and local foods. You may learn all of Aomori city's lovely spots by this tour. Immerse yourself into the northern prefecture of Honshu Island Aomori. If you have some where to visit in your mind, it is possible to customize the tour. Ask your guide in advance to make original tour. Recommended Transportation) * Pax 1 to 3 : Guide's private car can be used * Pax more than 4 : Public transportation or hired van

Aomori CIty light walking TourFrom JPY 13,500
5.0 4 h

Aomori CIty light walking Tour

Half-day walking tour mainly along the shinmachi street. First, we visit Nebuta Museum Warasse where you can learn local summer festival Aomori Nebuta festival. Then we walk to Aomori Fish and Vegetable market to enjoy "Nokke Don". (On Tuesdays close) You can make your own sefood bowl and enjoy while walking in the market with tickets you buy at the entrance counter of the market(2,000JPY). After that, you can enjoy souvenir shopping at a big triangle building ASPAM. At ASPAM, you can try Japanese Sake Tasting. You can find just baked apple pie. There is a fantastic 3-D theater you can learn Aomori sightseeing highlights.