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.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private vehicle
Admission fee
Pick up (Port or Hotel or Station or Air Port)
National Licensed English Speaking Guide
Personal Expenses
Souvenirs
Please let us know if you would like us to arrange lunch.
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
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Child seats are required for children under 6 years old in Japan. We will prepare the seats, so please let us know if you have small children when you book the tour.
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The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private vehicle
Admission fee
Pick up (Port or Hotel or Station or Air Port)
National Licensed English Speaking Guide
Personal Expenses
Souvenirs
Please let us know if you would like us to arrange lunch.
Itinerary
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Sannai-Maruyama Site
The site is a large settlement site dating from the early to middle Jomon Period (ca. 3,900-2,200 BC, ca. 5,900-4,200 years ago from the present), with many pit and dugout pillar building sites, fillings, and graves of adults and children, as well as a large amount of earthenware, stone tools, valuable wood products, bone and horn products, etc., having been excavated.
In May 2003, 1958 of the excavated artifacts were designated as National Important Cultural Properties of Japan, and in July 2021, the "Jomon Monuments of Hokkaido and the Northeast" including the Sannai-Maruyama Site were registered as a World Cultural Heritage site.
Known as a place where visitors can experience the "mura (village)" of the Jomon period
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Hirosaki Park
Hirosaki Castle is located in Hirosaki Park.
The castle tower, turrets, gates, and other remains from the feudal era still remain as historical sites. There are few examples in Japan of a castle that has been opened to the public as a park while retaining its original appearance.
It is also known as a cherry blossom viewing spot in spring.
1 hour
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Hirosaki Castle
Hirosaki Castle is the northernmost existing castle tower in Japan and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. Aside from the castle tower, the park's gates, bridges, and moat are full of historical atmosphere.
1 hour
4
Nebuta Museum WA RASSE
This facility introduces the history and charm of the Nebuta Festival, one of the three major festivals in the Tohoku region and designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan, in its entirety, allowing visitors to experience all aspects of the Nebuta throughout the year.
The facility has a permanent exhibition of large Nebuta floats that have actually been on display, and visitors can enjoy the full atmosphere of the Nebuta Festival while listening to the sounds of shamisen and flute, which are indispensable for Japanese festivals.
