Spots in Shirakami Mountains Area

  • Kyororo
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    3.5
    42 Reviews
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    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Matsukami Matsunami mountain 1-56
    A souvenir shop located a 10 minute walk from Ao-ike Pond which sells local specialty products. The establishment also has a light meal corner, paid parking, and a scheduled bus stop. Serving as a base for tourism in the Juniko area, the establishment also has coin lockers, offers free wheelchair rentals, and accepts packages for express delivery.

    十二湖の青池の最寄りの有料駐車場に隣接して設けられているショップです。土産物の購入や軽食、休憩などに利用でき、散策時の拠点に適しています。

  • Aoike Pond
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Matsukami Mountain National Forest
    One of the 12 lakes in the Shirakami-Sanchi area; ao means blue in Japanese, and as its name implies, the waters of this beautiful pond are a clear cobalt blue. Struck by rays of sunlight filtering through the surrounding trees, the sparkling blue surface of the pond is magical to behold. There is also a walking path, making it easy to visit the pond.
  • Fukaura Town Cultural History Museum / Art Museum
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    3.5
    4 Reviews
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi
    This museum is made in the style of an ancient log storehouse reminiscent of the Shosoin (treasure house). It was established in 1980 so as to properly convey the prospering local culture and history to future generations as part of a port town that inherited its culture from the Jomon period. From all over the area centered on the Ipponmatsu Ruins, they have on display artifacts from everyday life that have been classified as tools used in daily life, farming tools, mountain woodcutting tools, and fishing gear.

    国道101号沿い、深浦町役場のすぐそばにある小さなミュージアムです。これといって特筆すべき展示物はありませんでしたが、落ち着いた良いアトモスフィアが感じられました。個人的には、屋外敷地のはずれのほうにある猿神鼻洞門が非常に興味深かったですね。

  • Engaku-ji Temple
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Fukaura Hamamachi 275
    A temple of the Shingon sect’s Daigo school of Buddhism, this was built in 807 as a temple dedicated to Kannon by Sakanoue no Tamuramaro, the first Seii Taishogun (literally “great general” who subdues the barbarians). The temple enshrines a statue of the Eleven-faced Kannon Bosatsu which is said to be the work of Shotoku Taishi. People believed Maguchi Kannon watched over the entrance to port, and one time when sailors were caught in a storm they chopped off their topknot and offered prayers, and reportedly spotted a light coming from an old cryptomeria on the grounds which saved them. Sights not to be missed include those topknots tablets that were offered and boat-shaped ema (votive pictures), the Engakuji Yakushido-naizushi, a miniature shrine with double doors which is an important cultural property, and temple treasures including the image of Shaka Nyorai in Nirvana embroidered with the hair of 84,000 people and Sanjusan Kannon-zo.
  • Juniko Lakes
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Matsukami National forest
    "This is the name given for the 33 lakes and swamps on the undulating plateau of Fukaura Town. A landslide caused by an earthquake in 1704 is said to have created the lakes from part of a stream becoming filled. The small lakes are hidden by the forest when seen from Okuzure located in the middle of Mt. Kuzure, and the name ""Juniko"" (12 lakes) comes from the fact that only 12 large ones can be seen. Lake Aoike, with its distinctive pure blue water that looks as if ink was spilled, is often given as a lake representing them all. The colors that change according to the season and time is the main attraction. In addition, you can also enjoy strolls while observing animals and plants that inhabit the surrounding forest."
  • Nihon Canyon
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi Matsukami Matsukamiyama Kokuyurin
    This is a scenic spot in the Matsukamiyama National Forest located in Fukaura Town, Nishitsugaru County. Named after the grand canyon, here, one can see the white volcanic tuff rock cliffs exposed from erosion. From here one can see the hiking courses surrounding the Juniko twelve lake area.
  • Okazaki Coast
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    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi Fukauraokazaki
    It has been known since ancient times as a sacred place to pray for safe voyages when at sea and for good catches of seafood, and this coast has Benten shrines for Benzaiten. It is also well known for its beautiful scenery that has been selected as one of the Japan's 100 Best Beaches. There is also a swimming area and campground next to it, and there is also a natural seawater pool, so it is particularly crowded in the summer.
  • Dazai no Yado Fukaura Museum of Literature
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    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi Fukaura Hamacho 134
    At the location of the remodeled old Akitaya ryokan where Osamu Dazai stayed, there are three main displays for the authors Osamu Dazai, Keigetsu Omachi, and Senku Narita, and there are also presentations of literary writers that share a deep connection at this literary museum. The room where Osamu Dazai stayed is also on display, so you can enjoy the world of literature at ease while thinking about what it was like back then.
  • Kita-kanegasawa Ginkgo
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    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi
    "The largest ginkgo tree in Japan, it is located in Kitaganegasawa of Fukaura Town. From eye level, the trunk is 22 meters around, and it is a gigantic tree 31 meters tall. Overall, it is the fourth largest tree. Since ancient times, it has been revered as a sacred tree called the ""Mother's Ginkgo"" due to it being an object of worship by women who could not produce enough breast milk. The leaves beautifully change colors from November to December every year."
  • Senjojiki Coast
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Kitakanegasawa Sakakibara
    Senjojiki is a coast just outside of Senjojiki Station on the JR Gono line. The bulging rocks appeared in the 1792 earthquake, The name of “senjojiki” is originated from a banquet held by a lord of the Tsugaru Domain who carpeted thousand tatami mats on the rocks. The area is filled with unusual rock formations with evocative names such as Buddha Rock or Helmet Rock. The scenery has led to the area being named one of Japan’s top 55 beaches and top 100 sunsets, and the beaches and campground get crowded with tourists in season.
  • Juniko (Twelve Lakes) Walking Trails
    Leisure / Hobbies
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Matsukami National forest
    Juniko Walking Trails offer a full experience of the seasonal colors of Shirakami-Sanchi and with its few slopes and well-maintained woodchip trails it’s easy to walk as well. The scenery cleanses the soul with, beautiful ponds, ancient Japanese Judas trees and beeches dotting the woods, and one of Japan’s 100 Best Springs, Wakitsubo no Ike pond. The trails are open from early April to late November. It’s an hour drive from JR Juniko Station.
  • Awone Shirakami Juniko
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Matsukami Shimohamamatsu 14
    A hotel and nature activity resort located at the foot of the mountainous Shirakami-Sanchi and lake-filled Juniko areas. The facility is a convenient base for trekking Shirakami-Sanchi and touring Juniko. The facility has authentic Finland-style log cottages made with Scandinavian red pine as well as simple and modern Japanese-style rooms; both varieties are comfortable and relaxing. There's also a hot spring bath facility available for use from the end of April to the start of November and this can also be used by non-guests during this period from 15:00.
  • Juniko Visitor Center
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Matsukami Mountain National Forest
    A visitor center located on the shore of Koshikuchi-no-ike Pond, one of the many lakes in the Juniko area. The center provides tourism information on the surrounding area and also contains exhibits on the animals living in Juniko as well as a diorama of the region and other displays. Behind the center is a nursery for Japanese huchen, a rare variety of fish that is seldom seen, and visitors can view living huchen up close.
  • Juniko Sta. Farm Fresh Corner
    Gourmet / Alcohol
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi
  • Roadside Station Fukaura Kasoseika Yakimura
    Transportation
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi
  • Michinoku Onsen
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    3.5
    12 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi Henashi Nabeishi 76-2

    日本海の夕日と目の前を走る電車を見ながら露天風呂に入れる、というもの。部屋から露天風呂が丸見えでした。。おそらく電車からも。 内湯から露天風呂までの距離も遠く、軽い立てかけのような物がある程度。若い女性には無理でしょうね。 全体的に建物も古く、良く言えばノスタルジックな感じです。

  • Fukaura Sta. Tourist Information Office
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    3.0
    6 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi

    午後1時前に深浦駅に着きましたが、観光案内所は閉まっていました。そして、コインロッカー、コンビニ、レストランも(周辺も含めて)一切ありません。五能線を利用して観光する人にとってはとても不便でした。食べるとしたら、駅から徒歩15分くらいの、「海の駅ふかうら深浦まるごと市場」に行くとよいでしょう。

  • Uminoeki Fukaura Fukaura Marugoto Ichiba
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    4.0
    3 Reviews
    Travel / Tourism
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi Fukaura Hamacho 352-1

    深浦駅での待ち時間に行ってみました。 駅にはコインロッカーなどは無し。キャリーバッグを転がしながら、駅から徒歩15分。海岸沿いにありました。 目玉は海鮮食堂ですが、水曜日は定休日なのでご注意を。 売店は開いていたので弁当類を買い、食堂で食べさせてもらいました。

  • Minshukushiogashima
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    4.0
    10 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Aomori Pref. Nishitsugarugunfukauramachi Moriyama Matsura 71-2

    夕食のボリュームが凄い これは、この値段で人生初めて 魚尽くし マグロのカマの煮込みだけで4人前はあるような 温泉もなくて、部屋に冷蔵庫や、共同トイレもウォッシュレットではないけれど、たまにはこういう所に泊まるのも悪くないです。 近辺にはコンビニもないし、静かで旅先に来たと実感 チェックアウトの日も丁寧に観光場所教えてくれて、更にお握りや、トマトまで頂く。 またご夫婦に逢いに行きたくなる宿で...

  • Pension Fukaura
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    4.0
    5 Reviews
    Accommodations / Hot Spring
    Aomori Nishitsugaru-gun Fukauramachi Fukaura Okazaki 110-3

    料理は食べ切れないぐらいでます 安い方のプランでもお腹いっぱいになります 両親は全部食べ切れなかったです かなりお得だとおもいました 近くに不老不死温泉があったので、そちらを利用してからペンションを利用しましたが、ペンションを利用すると不老不死温泉の割引があると書いてあるパンフレットを見つけ、悔しい思いをした(笑)

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Centuries-old stories of samurai at Kakunodate and the remains of millennia-old archaeological sites including the likes of Isedotai invite history buffs to delve into Aomori’s fascinating history. As the most northern prefecture on the Japanese mainland, Aomori enjoys a cooler climate, which makes it a welcome escape from the southern cities for combining castles, art galleries, and summer festivals with the great outdoors.

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