What to Discover in Hirosaki, Hirosaki, Japan

Hirosaki鈥檚 laid-back charm is enticing. The serenity is only disturbed during famous festivals held in this intriguing city.

Honshu Island鈥檚 city of Hirosaki is centred around the fabulous 17th-century Hirosaki Castle and surrounding Hirosaki Park鈥檚 thousands of cherry trees, renowned in Japan.聽

Summer is a time for many festivals. In addition to the breathtaking Cherry Blossom Festival, Hirosaki holds the Neputa Festival in August, which is reputed to ward off sleep demons and celebrate victory.

Fan-style hanging lanterns decorate the night, as vividly coloured Neputa warrior floats wind a path through Hirosaki during the procession.

For more on this amazing festival and the massive incredible paper floats, check聽my travelogue about Aomori.

Sadly, the festival wasn鈥檛 held during my visit in April, but only a few foreigners visited Hirosaki, which was great.

Only a short 15-minute ride on the tourist Loop Bus from the JR Hirosaki Station or a 30-minute walk, you must explore Hirosaki Park. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: What to Discover in Hirosaki
Guide Location: Japan » Hirosaki
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Nilla Palmer
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