Hachinohe City

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Hachinohe City, located in southeastern Aomori Prefecture, is a charming port town known for its fresh seafood and rich natural scenery. You can enjoy local gourmet delights at the Tatehana Wharf Morning Market, one of the largest morning markets in Japan, as well as in the nostalgic atmosphere of the Hachinohe Yokocho alleyways. At Tanesashi Coast, part of Sanriku Fukko National Park, visitors can stroll along beautiful grassy shorelines and scenic walking trails. Kabushima, famous as a breeding site for black-tailed gulls, is also a popular spot. Hachinohe is a destination where history, nature, and food come together.

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2-2 Tateta, Shiriuchi-machi, Hachinohe City, Aomori
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Hachinohe Yatai Village – Miroku Yokocho
Aomori

Hachinohe Yatai Village – Miroku Yokocho

Hachinohe City is home to eight retro-style alleyways that retain the nostalgic charm of the Showa era. Among them, this yatai (food stall) village is known as Miroku Yokocho, a name derived from its location connecting Mikka-machi (3rd Street) and Muika-machi (6th Street) — hence “3–6 (Mi–Roku).” Popular with both locals and visitors, the alley is lined with 26 small food stalls, creating a lively atmosphere where people gather to enjoy drinks, local dishes, and warm conversations.

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Hachinohe Enburi
Aomori

Hachinohe Enburi

Hachinohe Enburi is a traditional festival designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan. It is held to welcome the arrival of spring in the Hachinohe region and to pray for a bountiful harvest. The dancers, called Tayu, wear ornate headpieces shaped like a horse’s head and perform a distinctive dance characterized by powerful head movements. These movements represent agricultural actions such as sowing seeds and planting rice. During breaks between the Enburi dances, charming performances by children add an extra layer of enjoyment for spectators.

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Tatehana Wharf Morning Market
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Tatehana Wharf Morning Market

The Tatehana Wharf Morning Market is one of the largest morning markets in Japan and a signature attraction of Hachinohe. On ordinary days, the wharf looks completely normal—but at dawn on Sunday mornings, the massive market suddenly appears as if out of nowhere. Here, you’ll find an impressive variety of goods: fresh seafood, mountain vegetables, and even surprising items that make you think, “Why is this being sold at a morning market?” The lively and eclectic selection is part of its unique charm.

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Hashikami Town
Aomori

Hashikami Town

Hashikami Town in southeastern Aomori Prefecture is appealing for its rich natural environment of mountains and sea. Mt. Hashikami, the town's signature peak, is famous for its approximately 20,000 natural azalea bushes that bloom brilliantly from May to June. From the summit, you can enjoy a grand panorama overlooking the Pacific Ocean, making it ideal for climbing and outdoor activities. The coastline is part of the Sanriku Fukko (Reconstruction) National Park and is known as the place in Aomori Prefecture where the sunrise can be seen the earliest. Furthermore, the town's specialties, such as the flavorful Hashikami Wase Soba (early-ripening...

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