Culture & History

Giant illuminated Nebuta floats parade majestically through the city

Experience life in times before the birth of Christ, at Japan’s largest Jomon settlement ruins

The northernmost sanctuary that is reputed to gather the soul of the dead

This temple in the woods is where Japan’s largest bronze sitting Buddha statue that keeps watch

This castle town prays for health through the fiery “Neputa” float festival.

The family temple of the Tsugaru clan located in the center of Zenringai. Its early Edo Era construction makes it a precious temple

Famous for the splendid view of the cherry blossoms in the spring. A landmark with a history of 400 years, symbolizing the city of Hirosaki.

A museum where you can experience the great Nebuta Festival of summer, all year long!

A temple community, unusual even in Japan, where 33 Zen temples are grouped along one path

Get to know Tsugaru with all your senses! An interactive facility amassing Tsugaru culture into one

The tall pagoda at the ancient temple which was constructed in the 16th century has been called the most beautiful of the Tohoku area

The world’s artists come together in Towada in houses for art where dreams flow!