Japan · Culture

Full-Day Aomori Heritage Tour with Nebuta Festival and Art

1 Day Round trip from Aomori Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the ancient Sannai-Maruyama Site
02 Admire contemporary art at the Aomori Museum of Art
03 Visit Uto Shrine to learn about Shinto culture
04 Discover the magnificent Nebuta Festival floats at Wa Rasse
05 Browse apple-themed treats and cider at A-Factory

Embark on an exclusive day tour exploring Aomori's rich heritage, from the prehistoric Sannai-Maruyama Site to contemporary works at the Aomori Museum of Art. Learn about Shinto culture at Uto Shrine, then discover the magnificent floats and traditions of the Nebuta Festival at Wa Rasse. Along the way, savour a fresh seafood lunch and finish at A-Factory, where you can browse apple-themed treats and observe the cider production process.

Learn about Shinto culture at Uto Shrine, then discover the magnificent floats and traditions of the Nebuta Festival at Wa Rasse.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

City Aomori

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Aomori Heritage, Art and Festival Traditions

After check-in at your hotel in Aomori, head to the Sannai-Maruyama Site, a large settlement dating from around 5900 BCE to 4200 BCE.
Wander through the Aomori Museum of Art.
Visit Uto Shrine to learn about Shinto culture.
Continue to Wa Rasse, where you can see exhibits and demonstrations of the magnificent floats used at the Nebuta Festival.
Visit the A-Factory, observe the cider production process, and sample various types of cider using tasting cards.
Conclude your tour with a return to your hotel.