Model Course 4

Hot Spring Consecutive Night Course for Individuals

Day 1

8:20

Tokyo Station

Take the Shinkansen to Shin-Aomori Station (arrival at 11:18)

At 11:30, board the Ou Main Line to Hirosaki Station (arrival at 12:01).
At 12:50, transfer to the Konan Railway Konan Line at Hirosaki Station, heading to Kuroishi Station (arrival at 13:26).
Take a taxi to Tsugaru Traditional Craft Museum

Visit to the Tsugaru Traditional Craft Museum

Tour the museum and participate in a Tsugaru lacquerware experience (making chopsticks) .

Tsugaru lacquerware is a local craft from the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture, known for its intricate and beautiful lacquer patterns created through a delicate, time-consuming process.

For more details on experiences, please visit the website.

Tsugaru Traditional Craft Museum

65-1 Fukutomiyama, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

tsugarudensho.com

0172-59-5300

Check-in at Ryokan Saikawa, Itadome onsen

Hotel shuttle service available.

Ryokan Saikawa offers homemade cuisine by the "Blueberry Father" and the "Grand Lady," with popular vegan and vegetarian options.

Ryokan Saikawa

8-1 Itadome Miyashita, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

ryokansaikawa.com

0172-54-8308

Day 2

Supermarket Tour and Cooking Class Experience (Lunch)

Take a taxi to Kitayama House.

Start with shopping at a local supermarket, followed by a cooking class where you'll prepare regional dishes like "Eggplant and Miso Shiso Rolls" and two other recipes.

For more details on experiences, please visit the website.

Kitayama House

Chitose 2-chome 76, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

IRODORI Neputa Painting Lantern Making Experience

At IRODORI, create beautiful lanterns using hand-painted illustrations from Kuroishi's Neputa Festival, featuring elaborate depictions of warriors and beauties on large floats. Choose from various Neputa paintings to craft your unique lantern.

IRODORI

38 Nakamachi, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

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0172 -55-6188

Komise Street Food Tour

A guided walking food tour along the scenic Komise Street. Learn about the city's history and culture while sampling beloved local delicacies and famous sweets at long-established shops. This tour is recommended for selecting local souvenirs and offers a chance to enjoy the area's traditional architecture, local flavors, and friendly community interactions.

For more details on experiences, please visit the website.

Local Guide Bar Hopping

Enjoy bar hopping with a local guide, visiting popular local spots and getting insider tips on what to order and where to go.

For more details on experiences, please visit the website.
Please use a taxi to return to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Ryokan Saikawa.

Day 3

Nostalgic Walking Tour of Nuruyu Onsen - Bathing at Tsuru no Yu - Healthy Lunch at Yobisya

Tsuru no Yu Communal Bathhouse, Nuruyu Onsen

79 Tsuruizumi, Nuruyu, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

kuroishi.or.jp (Kuroishi City Tourism Association)

0172-54-8591

Visit a cafe converted from a traditional house in the Nuruyu Onsen town. Enjoy the view of birds playing by the water through large windows and the soothing sound of the Aseishigawa River. Yobisha offers delicious and gentle cuisine using favorite ingredients like vegetables, whole grains, and beans, and traditional seasoning methods (vegan friendly).

Yobisha

7-1 nuruyukamikawara, Kuroishi City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan

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0172-55-8361
Closed in winter (January to March).

Disband at Kuroishi Station

Take a taxi to Kuroishi Station.