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Aomori on foot - Shrines, Ferries and Sake!
Let's explore the area around Aomori station to learn some of the history of this interesting city. See the ferry that used to carry trains and passengers to Hokkaido. Visit the oldest shrine in Aomori city. Shop for local delicacies. Try some of the local sake.
Meeting Point
Your hotel.
Your hotel
We'll meet in the lobby.
Hakkoda maru, A Factory and Warasse
Learn about the Aomori - Hakodate ferry and Nebuta, the largest summer festival in Aomori city. Wander through A Factory to see local goods. This is a great place to do some souvenir shopping. Afterwards, we'll stroll along the seaside boardwalk to our next stop.
Uto shrine
This shrine has a 1200 year old history and is the oldest in Aomori city. There is a lovely garden and huge pond stocked with koi, turtles and visiting ducks. Feel free to buy some food for the koi and turtles. You may also see some of the local cats lurking around. Tucked away in a corner is the resident dragon.
Sake tasting (or coffee)
Here you can enjoy a plate of local delicacies and four tasting glasses of sake or wine. A vegetarian (but NOT vegan) plate can be provided on request. Please note, this shop is closed on Sundays. Instead, we will have a light lunch at a 'kisaten'; an old Japanese coffee shop. These are not so common anymore.
Tour ends
I can take you back to your hotel or give advice on where to go next!
Ending Point
Your hotel or another place, on request.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Hotel pick up
Local information
Entrance fees
Lunch
Sake tasting (¥1600 per person)
Tour Important Information
This is a walking tour so please wear comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for the season. It can get quite hot and humid in summer so a hat might be useful. Don't forget your water bottle!
Most Japanese shops are cash only, so please make sure you have Japanese yen on hand.
Important message from the guide
I can't work every Monday or Saturday; twice a month I have other commitments. Also, I'm not available during winter - December to March.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Aomori Tour Reviews
“Two Amazing Days in Aomori”
We had two days to explore Aomori. We wanted to go to Hirosaki and I contacted Vikki and made arrangements for the tour of Hirosaki for the second day. I mentioned that we were getting into Aomori early in the afternoon on the day before our tour and would she be available for a tour around Aomori. She was willing to meet us the day we arrived and take us to Sannai Maruyama - the Jomon Prehistoric World Heritage Site. What a wonderful site and Vikki was very knowledgeable with the site since she volunteers at the site. she gave us tidbits that most tour guides would not know. When we got back to Aomori, she took us to a shop to get the best Apple Pie in town and gave us a recommendation for a restaurant for dinner that night. The Nepalese/Indian Restaurant was excellent. The next day she picked us up at our hotel and we spent the day in Hirosaki touring the Castle, the Samurai Houses, and going into a textile store. It was absolutely lovely, easy pace/not rushed. We even twisted her arm into joining us for a beer at the local microbrewery when we got back to Aomori. We will tour with Vikki again when we go back to Japan!
Vikki W.
(1 reviews)Hi Chris, I also enjoyed meeting you all and hanging out together. You were fun and your questions kept me on my toes! I’d love to show you around if you’re ever back in northern Japan. I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip. Vikki
