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Aomori
This facility brings together 11 types of traditional kokeshi dolls, which have been made mainly in the Tohoku region since the late Edo period. It is said that kokeshi dolls were first created when woodworkers who made bowls and other items began making wooden dolls with painted faces and patterns as souvenirs for children to sell to visitors to hot springs. The charm of kokeshi dolls, infused with new life into inherited designs, continues to captivate visitors.
The last thing I'm worried about when I'm planning to go out is the weather. Indoor facilities can relieve you from such worries. How you enjoy it depends on your plan, such as art galleries and museums related to the area, hot springs with a rich local flavor, and factory tours. Why not plan some indoor leisure time with your family or as a couple?
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熊ノ沢温泉
Located approximately a 5-minute drive from JR Hachinohe Station, this day-use hot spring facility is easily accessible via the Tohoku Shinkansen. The natural Koki-no-Yu spring water, drawn from a depth of around 800 metres, flows freely at 100% capacity. The seasonal scenery viewed from the open-air bath offers a particularly special experience. The spring water, known as a “bijin-no-yu” (beautiful skin bath), is rich in botanical extracts and natural moisturising components, gently warming the body to the core in a short time. A wide variety of bathing options are available, including an artificial carbonated spring bath, a low-frequency electric bath, the Be-Skin Bath (women’s area only) with ultra-fine microbubbles, and a sauna. After bathing, unwind at "Momidokoro Hogushiya", a massage corner within the facility. Locally grown, carefully selected vegetables are also available for purchase.
津軽伝承工芸館
This complex in Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, showcases the traditional crafts and lifestyle culture of Tsugaru. Visitors can see demonstrations and try their hand at Tsugaru lacquerware, Tsugaru Kogin embroidery, and sakiori weaving. The facility also features a restaurant serving local cuisine, a foot bath, and a craft shop, making it a popular hub for tourism and community exchange. With a multi-purpose hall for events, it offers opportunities to experience Tsugaru culture throughout the day.
青森県立三沢航空科学館
Located approximately a 7-minute drive from Misawa Air Base in Aomori Prefecture, this museum is a dream come true for aviation fans. Everyone from children to grown-ups can enjoy the "Aviation Zone," which displays planes that have ties to Aomori Prefecture and are famous in the history of aviation, the "Science Zone," where you can experience the mechanics of flight, and the "Space Zone," where you can get a close-up look at a life-size model of the asteroid probe "Hayabusa 2."
津軽こけし館
This facility brings together 11 types of traditional kokeshi dolls, which have been made mainly in the Tohoku region since the late Edo period. It is said that kokeshi dolls were first created when woodworkers who made bowls and other items began making wooden dolls with painted faces and patterns as souvenirs for children to sell to visitors to hot springs. The charm of kokeshi dolls, infused with new life into inherited designs, continues to captivate visitors.
