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Discover Aomori City on the Light Walking Tour

Join a half-day walking tour mainly along Shinmachi street in Aomori, where you first visit the striking Nebuta Museum Warasse to learn about the local summer tradition, the Aomori Nebuta festival; next you’ll stroll to the lively Aomori Fish and Vegetable market to enjoy the hands-on food experience of creating your own Nokke Don (market is closed on Tuesdays; you buy tickets at the market entrance counter for 2,000 JPY and can eat while you wander); after that, browse souvenirs and sample regional drinks at the distinctive triangular ASPAM, where you can try Japanese Sake Tasting, pick up a just-baked apple pie, and watch a fantastic 3-D theater presentation that highlights Aomori sightseeing-this focused itinerary is ideal if you want a compact, culturally rich experience that connects you directly with the flavors, festivals, and attractions of Aomori.

About this activity in Aomori

Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Highlights

  • Explore Nebuta Museum Warasse to learn the history and spectacle of the Aomori Nebuta Festival through exhibits and displays.
  • Stroll down Shinmachi Street to the lively Aomori Fish and Vegetable Market and build your own Nokke Don seafood bowl from fresh stalls.
  • Discover regional flavors and souvenirs at the iconic ASPAM building - sample local sake and try freshly baked apple pie.
  • Experience a short 3-D theater presentation that showcases the top sightseeing highlights of the area for quick orientation.

Important Information

  • This half-day walking tour focuses on Shinmachi Street and nearby Aomori attractions; expect mostly easy walking suitable for all fitness levels.
  • Market activity: Nokke Don is a pay-as-you-go experience at the market counter and the market is closed on Tuesdays, so plan accordingly.
  • Additional on-site experiences such as sake tasting, Warasse admission, and the ASPAM movie have separate fees or ticketing handled at each venue.
  • Infants and small children can use a pram or stroller; public transportation is available nearby. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries.

Meeting Point

Meet at the main entrance of Nebuta Museum Warasse (along Shinmachi Street). Look for the museum entrance near the waterfront triangle district; your English-speaking guide will greet you there to begin the walk.

Includes

  • English guiding available for your Aomori booking - you’ll receive guidance and commentary in English to help you enjoy the experience.
  • English-language support makes it easier for you to navigate the activity and ask questions while you explore the area.

Excludes

  • Coffee and/or tea are not included in the activity price - plan accordingly if you need refreshments during your visit.
  • Sake tasting is excluded from this booking, so you won’t have alcohol sampling as part of the included itinerary.
  • Admission fees such as the AsPM movie theater (600 JPY) and Warasse (620 JPY) are not covered - you’ll need to purchase these tickets separately if you choose to visit.
  • Nokke-don (original seafood bowl) priced at 2,000 JPY is not included in the package, so budget for meals if you want local seafood.
  • Gratuity is optional and not included in the listed price - tipping is at your discretion.

Other

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making the experience family-friendly if you’re traveling with young kids in Aomori.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can reach the meeting point or attractions in the area without a car.
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - consider this health notice before you book to ensure your comfort and safety here.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you can join the activity whether you prefer a relaxed pace or light movement.

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 1 Reviews
annefletcher2018
Jul 16, 2023 05:58:23 AM
Summary: Amazing tour guide ,Aomori prefecture had some spectacular sites and scenery all of which was made easy to find due to my guide . Felt safe and supported .. would recommend to anybody who wants to see the real Japan culture and life

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Know more about Aomori

You’ll walk mainly along Shinmachi Street, visit Nebuta Museum Warasse to learn about the Aomori Nebuta Festival, explore the Aomori Fish and Vegetable Market to make and eat a Nokke Don, and shop and taste local products at the big triangle ASPAM building, which also houses a 3-D theater and freshly baked apple pie.
The tour visits Nebuta Museum Warasse where you can learn about the local summer festival, the Aomori Nebuta Festival; museum admission is listed separately (620 JPY).
Yes - ASPAM features a 3-D theater where you can learn Aomori sightseeing highlights; theater access is available but has a separate fee (600 JPY).
Yes - at the market you can create your own seafood bowl, Nokke Don, by purchasing market tickets at the entrance counter (2,000 JPY). Note the market is closed on Tuesdays.
At the triangle ASPAM building you can try Japanese sake tasting and find local snacks like just-baked apple pie; tasting and food items are available at ASPAM but may be priced separately.
Yes - the route is family-friendly and infants or small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and public transportation options are available nearby for convenience.