December 2018

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  • JAPAN TRAVEL: Saishoin Temple in Aomori, Japan Lets You See the Most Beautiful Pagoda of Tohoku Region

    • If underrated cities, culture-focused travels, and hearty regional cuisines are right up your alley, this particular destination in Japan is worth the detour. Aomori Prefecture, a region in the northernmost part of Japan, will entrance you with its beauty from when the sun rises until it sets. In this prefecture, we journeyed and discovered a flourishing hotbed of cultural diversity teeming with a rich serving of must-see spots.

     

    Philippine Primer is joined by Filipino TV personality Robi Domingo in exploring the historic Aomori Prefecture of Northern Japan, a mighty sight to behold with its historic sites, scenic sakura views, and cities brimming with meaningful discoveries.

    Travel Tips

    How to go to Aomori

    • Fly from Manila to Haneda Airport
    • Take the monorail or JR train from Haneda Airport to JR Tokyo Station
    • Take the Hayabusa shinkansen (bullet train) from JR Tokyo Station to Shin-Aomori Station

    Best time to go to Aomori

    • Cherry Blossoms Season: Late April to Early May
    • Apple-Picking Season: August to Mid November
    • Aomori Nebuta Festival: Early August

    Where to Go in Hirosaki City

    JAPAN TRAVEL: Saishoin Temple in Aomori, Japan Lets You See the Most Beautiful Pagoda of Tohoku Region
    The Saishoin Temple grounds is a tranquil and sacred pilgrimage site in Hirosaki, where tourists can learn and appreciate the sacred history of Japanese in Aomori Prefecture. It is home to the eye-catching five-storied pagoda of Hirosaki, a reflection of the city’s historic charm as it is built with a significant purpose.
    JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki City Apple Park Lets You Discover the Largest Apple Producers in Japan
    Last April, we had the opportunity to visit Hirosaki in Aomori Prefecture, the city recognized as the largest apple producer in Japan. We toured Hirosaki City Apple Park, an apple-themed park that’s worth a detour for tourists of all ages.
    JAPAN TRAVEL: Tsugaru-han Neputa Village in Hirosaki City Will Immerse You with Cultural Experiences
    The city of Hirosaki in Aomori is best explored through Tsugaru-han Neputa Village a spot that serves as a microcosm of the town that’s rich in culture and tradition. A trip to this village will immerse you in cultural experiences you can only find in Hirosaki, a leisurely introduction to the region’s outlying neighborhood.
    JAPAN TRAVEL: Parade Float Exhibition Hall in Aomori Prefecture
    The Otemon Square is a good place to visit in Aomori to learn useful information about Aomori Prefecture, particularly Hirosaki City's tourist spots. It houses various establishments like the Parade Float Exhibition Hall and the Former City Library.
    JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Catholic Church in Aomori Prefecture
    The Hirosaki Catholic Church is a Roman-style building built by Yokoyama Tsuneki, the brother of Horie Sakichi, a well-known builder who designed most of the Western-style buildings in Hirosaki.
    JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Castle and Park in Aomori: Springtime’s Most Beautiful Cherry Blossom Destination
    When almost all of Japan’s cherry blossoms have already withered, Aomori Prefecture’s spring is just about to start. In the lesser-known city of Hirosaki, we’ll take you to a town that lures more and more tourists every springtime. All roads lead to Aomori Prefecture’s Hirosaki Castle and Park, a flourishing attraction in the midst of spring. Hirosaki Castle and Park in spring What to See at the Hirosaki Castle and Park Recognized as one of the top cherry blossom viewing sites in Japan, the sakura experience in Hirosaki Castle and Park traces its history back in 1715 when the famed Tsugaru clan ordered to plant cherry trees from Kyoto to […]
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