Date of enjoyment: 17/4/25 An amazing collection and display of history and treasure of how ancient Japanese lived over 5000 years ago. The preservation of the architecture and buried pottery needs to be seen in life to be appreciated. This is an open air museum but does have an indoor section, best to come here along with the Art museum next door. Allow at least 90mins here to explore.

We had an hour to spare before we returned our rental car at AOJ, so we decided to check out this historical site, since it's only 20 minute drive from the airport. This is an amazing place to visit in Aomori, and I wish I spent 3-4 hours here. There is so much to see so we are so bummed we didn't have time for the museum. The staff is so helpful, providing suggestions and even helped track down our cell phone left at the restroom. We went to the theater to get the historical background of the site. With the help of Google Translate live transcribe feature I was able to follow along. I hope in the future they would incorporate English caption. We then checked out the expansive excavations outside, very intriguing to say the least.

An incredible museum showing the ancient Jomon civilization of Japanese pre-history. There are reconstructed huts and halls from the era, as well as active dig sites that illustrate the archaeological process. Well worth coming to see this. The outdoor village is the best part, however the museum and it's exhibits inside are also well made and very informative.

A peek into the past that was well worth the visit. It’s wonderful that the research is continuing at the archeological site and that there is much more to discover and learn. It was easy to get to; we caught the P51 bus there and A1 back at the end of the day. One of the tour guides was with a group of beautiful University students, she noticed us (Australians) and encouraged us to join them. They were so very gracious and generous with their time explaining points of interest to us. We also used google translate which made a few funny errors but that actually added joy to our communication and so enhanced the experience. Sincerely appreciate the hospitality of the staff in particular the beautiful guide rostered on in the afternoon of the 8th October at the excavation and historical site.

Perfect, they have coin lockers that are all 100¥ even big ones (you can easily fit a suitcase) and it's only lending, which means they give you your coin back afterwards. When I came there was still snow so I couldn't see everything but it was very interesting, especially handcrafts which you can learn to do by yourself with someone's help, and they even have kits to teach you how to do your own thing at home which is simply incredible, definitely recommend, I spend 2 to 3 hours and don't regret it at all, the staff is also extremely nice

Interesting site of a former Joumon settlement. Lots of information is available about the finds and the site, as well as reconstructions of some houses and structures to give an impression of what the area might have looked like.

It's a gorgeous place that has many activities throughout the day but if you are coming and goi g with public transport you should plan carefully as there are very few busses a day and very far between. Better to come with your own car so not to rush. You get 100 yen off the entry if you go to the Art museum first on the same day and show them the ticket

Absolutely amazing to view. I may have to visit again to see the parade in person. Seeing the master artists being honored for their amazing work is wonderful. The photos don't really show the scale and brilliance - a MUST see if you are in the area!

Nebuta Festival is the largest summer festival in Aomori, which large lantern floats made of paper, parading the lively streets at night. It's perhaps as popular in Japan as the Rose parade in Pasadena. The adult entrance fee is 620¥, and available for purchase on the 2nd floor. The friendly staff will help guide you navigate the ticket machine. They also offer free Taiko drum shows a few times a day. The exit will take you to the souvenir shop. It is a wonderful experience to learn and have a glimpse of the local culture. All in all, we spent about an hour in there. And if you're visiting during apple season in October, there're several apple trees outside full with mini apples.

A must visit if you’re in Aomori. They showcase the history with film showings. You can also participate in playing the drums and other musical instruments when there’s a singer. The paper lanterns are stunning to look at. There’s a gift store selling food products and souvenirs.

The Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse is the definitive cultural hub for Aomori Prefecture. The stunning exterior architecture is a must-see, and inside, the museum offers a fascinating deep dive into Nebuta history and the intricate float construction process. The exhibition of authentic, full-sized floats is fabulous and truly stunning. For a phenomenal experience, be sure to check the schedule for their live performances! Attending a show offers the unique opportunity to join the dancers and play the festival instruments, making it a highly interactive and memorable visit.

Aomori is worldwide known for its Nebuta festival happening in August. If you want to get a taste of it you have to visit this museum and learn more about it. The entrance is not expensive at all. Less than 5 dollars. The museum has 2 floors. On the first you will learn all about its origins and on the lower one is the nebuta hall, where you will see these incredible works of art. These fully-sized Nebuta have participated in the festivals. The museum also have a shop where you can find several kinds of souvenirs.

Beautiful museum, both inside and outside. The architecture is great, but the festival floats of the Nebuta are greater. They hold some incredibly beautiful and impressive pieces, a must in case you visit the city outside if the dates of the festival itself. The museum shop also offers a pretty wide range of souvenirs such as t-shirts, magnets, cards, and other trinkets.

Informative, friendly and a great place to come all seasons. Craft and celebration of the past. Learn and be amazed. Do check on live performance times. For us the 11.10, (13.10, 12.30, 14.00 & 15.30) performance on the stage just about to start. Yay!

Came down here on the 19th of April 2025, there happens to be an opening exhibition by Yasuhiko Yoshikazu and the lines were already forming an hour before the doors open. The museum opens at 930am despite all other google search. There is a contemporary edge to this Use in as the outside roof height is very low, however on the inside the roof heights are huge as some art works are massive. After some zigzagging we got to the AkitaInu famous for their loyalty and dedication.

Great art museum with its own unique art pieces exclusive to the museum. Also seems as though they do well at having interesting rotating exhibits. While I was there they had an activity where you could make a painting in the style of Nui Sano who has a large a beautiful exhibit on show. Staff instruct and assist you to complete the painting and you take it home for free! Dog is big and impressive as advertised to.

Another interesting art museum to visit during a trip in Aomori. You will explore many different perspectives of arts from several artists around Japan. Quite a few family friendly activities.

I love this art museum. The atmosphere is peaceful and almost meditative. They have many art works of Nara Yoshitomo. Plenty of seating available. I always wondered why Aomori-Ken looks so sad. Maybe he doesn’t like his food?🤭

Love this museum, A must see in Aomori. The 安彥良和exhibition is amazing to see all his hand sketches and to watch the comic characters that he creates. Many original painting are classic. I am very lucky to see it this time during my travel in Aomori

Visiting Aomori Museum of Art in a bright sunny day! All art collections are wonderful! Don’t forget to take a picture with Ken. You won’t regret !

Normally I'm not a big fan of art museums but this museum really exceeded my expectations. The art is amazing and it has some great unique statues. The statues are free and you only need to pay for the expositions. Also, the cafe has some really good food. Definitely recommend when visiting Aomori.

They don't kid around when they wanna do a parade...😆 Nebuta Festival 青森ねぶた祭 Pro-tip. Get the parade route, choose the first large junction, camp the turning spot, choose a vantage point, be a tall person 😆 And oh yes, learn some Japanese. Nothing here is in English. Don't be the chap being told to leave after camping the spot for an hour 😆

No words can describe the experience. The floats, drums, dancing and atmosphere. Something I'll possibly never experience again in my lifetime.

It’s the super fantastic Japanese culture of summer festival with big lantern and big drum

(Translated by Google) I visited on August 2, 2025. There was a lot of excitement and a lot of people. It was amazing. There were supposedly 15 nebuta floats, but it felt like there were many more. I watched from a paid seat. At first, the impressive nebuta caught my eye, but there were plenty of other highlights, like the dancers chanting "Wassera, Wasserah!" and the musical performers. There was a wide variety, including nebuta from local neighborhoods, companies, and nursery schools. The highlight was probably the large nebuta rotating. If you're coming by car, you'll need to be careful about parking. Parking is only available at the west exit of the station. However, it's about a 40-minute walk to Aomori Green Hotel. It was also a bit confusing that there were no guides for the paid seats. You'll want to book your accommodation well in advance. (Original) 25.8.2訪問しました。かなりの熱気、かなりの人。最高でした。ねぶた15基となっているがもっと数あった感じしますね。有料席で見ました。始めは迫力あるねぶたに目がいくがワッセラーワッセラーと掛け声あげる踊り手であったり楽器の演者であったり見所豊富です。町内のねぶた、会社のねぶた、保育園のねぶたなど多種多様です。最大の見所は大きなねぶたが回転する所だろうか。車で来る際は駐車場に気をつけなければいけません。駅西口にしか停められず。ただ歩いても青森グリーンホテルまでは40分ほどです。あとは有料席の案内人がいないのもややわかりにくかったです。宿泊施設もかなり早目に確保する必要ありますね。

(Translated by Google) 👹Of the three major summer festivals in Tohoku, the Nebuta Matsuri is truly worth a visit! 👺It usually takes place in early August, so it's worth planning ahead. The streets of Aomori are bustling with Nebuta lanterns, featuring dancing figures, taiko drums, and flute music. Accompanied by drum beats and shouts, the Nebuta parades forward, spinning around corners. These angles offer a great way to capture the Nebuta in various poses. 🔥We visited Aomori in the summer and visited the Nebuta House to learn about the history of Nebuta lantern production. The entire experience was fascinating and left a lasting impression. 🏮If you're planning a trip to Tohoku, consider the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri, but remember that it's only held in the summer. (Original) 👹在夏天的東北三大祭典中，睡魔祭真的值得來一看！ 👺時間通常都是8月初，因此可以先預做準備，夜晚青森的街道會有睡魔燈遊行，因此會很熱鬧，並且有跳人、太鼓以及笛子吹奏，伴隨著鼓聲吆喝聲，睡魔會往前遊行，並在轉彎處做旋轉動作，這些角度都可以捕捉睡魔的不同姿態。 🔥我們是在夏天造訪青森，並且去一趟睡魔之家觀看睡魔燈製作過程歷史，整趟旅行非常有趣且好玩，留下了很深刻的印象。 🏮如果要要規劃日本東北之旅，可以考慮來青森睡魔祭，但記得只有夏天限定。

(Translated by Google) My first visit was during the regular season, and I learned about the festival at the Nebuta Museum. My second visit was during the Nebuta season. On August 6th, I saw the Nebuta parade. If you go a little early and ask the staff at the shops and companies behind the chairs if there are any omotenashi seats, you can sit for free. You can get a brochure for the parade at the information center. The fireworks (hanabi) display can be seen from the factory to the street next to ASPAM, but if you want a good spot, you have to buy a seat. So, while I don't usually ride the Nebuta boats, I can see the fireworks from all the streets mentioned above. I never knew a Japanese summer festival, the Nebuta Festival, would be this fun. I want to buy some clothes and participate next time. (Original) 처음은 그냥 일반시즌에 방문했고 네부타 박물관에서 축제를 알게되어 2번째는 네부타 시즌에 방문 8월6일에 네부타 행렬을 봤는데 조금 일찍가서 의자들이 있는데 그 의자뒤에 가게,회사 직원분들한테 오모테나시 좌석있냐고 물어보고 있으면 무료로 앉을 수 있어요. 축제 행렬은 안내소에 책자를 받을 수 있어요. 불꽃(하나비)축제는 팩토리부터 아스팜 옆 거리까지 볼 수 있습니다만 만약 좋은자리에서 관람하려면 유료좌석을 사야해요. 그래서 저는 네부타 배는 잘 못받지만 하나비는 위에 쓴 거리에 다 보여요. 일본 여름축제, 네부타 축제가 이렇게 재미있다니 다음에는 옷사고 참가하고 싶네요.

(Translated by Google) The size of the Nebuta is a sight to behold, but it is a festival that is not a religious ceremony, and if it rains you will have a hard time even with paid seats. The dancers do not seem to have a sense of unity, but each one seems to be having fun, while the spectators are left behind, so it is best to participate with this in mind. (Original) ねぶたの大きさは見どころだが、雨が降ると有料席でもかなり苦労する、神事ではないお祭り。 跳人は一体感はないものの各々が楽しそうな一方、観覧は置いてきぼりなので、承知の上で参加した方がいい。

I had a very pleasant experience shopping here. Lots of local goods that make for great souvenirs, including cute bottled jams, snacks, and sake. Foreigners can get tax-free here, and they also help you arrange for shipping back to Tokyo, which was what I did. I would like to commend an employee, 猪股さん, who was super patient and helpful despite the language barrier. Always maintained a smile throughout as she tried to guide me through the process for arranging shipping. Thank you and I will definitely recommend this place to anyone who visits Aomori!

This is a great place for any tourist visiting Aomori. Outside the building, there're great views of the Aomori Bay Bridge, Hakkoda Maru memorial ship, Aomori sign and skyline of the city. Inside the building, you'll find anything Aomori, souvenirs, yummy apple desserts and Gelato, apple cider tasting (800¥ for 4 sips), coffee, and varieties of apples. There's even a chart of the sweetness levels of each. Ocean's Diner offers "Not Fast Food" burgers, from Apple burger to Hakkoda Wagyu cheese burger. Note that they take a break from 3-4pm. For the cider tasting, go to 2F and purchase the card at Galleteria da Sasino then use it to choose the ciders from the venerated dispenser machines. We came here twice, and the day that Holland America cruise ship docked at the port, this place is a lot busier. If you purchase more than 6000¥, you could take advantage of duty free shopping and the friendly staff will put all your purchased items in a sealed bag. Aomori is such a charming city.

A must-visit destination for anyone seeking authentic Aomori souvenirs, particularly those featuring apples! This store boasts an incredibly wide variety of unique apple products. Beyond the great selection, the apple juice and apple ice cream are absolutely outstanding—a perfect treat to cap off your visit.

There was so many interesting Apple products in A-Factory. I especially love their juices of all kinds. We had burgers for lunch. Incredible quality and flavors. And went 2nd level for crepe and ice cream. Is a must if you are in Aomori.

The best feeling. Delicious snack. Simple meal. Great view. Cool air conditioner. Aomori apple cider. It's heaven.

One of the famous produce of Aomori is apple. A Factory sells all kinds of apple products. You can find cakes, snacks and sweets, jams and ciders made of apples. There are also many sourvenirs you can find. They also offer a tasting bar for the apple ciders. It's also a good rest stop with food, coffee and gelato. Nicely located next to the Nebuta museum and the waterline, provide for a nice respite.

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Lots of tourists arriving in buses, and the queue to use the Ropeway is long. I arrived in the morning and had to wait 1 hour to use the Ropeway after buying the ticket. The views on the way up are amazing as the gondola slowly goes up. The views from the top are amazing, especially the autumn colours when I visited. There are multiple hiking trails at the top that range from 30 mins to hours. Each trail will offer stunning views.

Came expecting vibrant autumn leaves and left with beautiful snow-capped memories The Ropeway in Aomori is an absolute must-do. It boasts an awesome and unforgettable view and runs with a highly efficient management system, handling the large volume of tourists with ease. The staff were very active and helpful, ensuring a great atmosphere. The most surprising part of my visit (on October 24, 2025) was expecting autumn leaves but being treated to a beautiful, unexpected blanket of early season snow! It made for a very unique and memorable experience.

6/Apr/2025: Though the team down the city is around 10c; snows up on the mountains still there and several people still comes to snowboarding. A nice view up there after get off from the ropeway station.

Took the free JR bus service to the Ropeway station with the JR pass. Very lucky to be able to experience both autumn and winter in one spot 😃✌🏼

Just beautiful. The chairlift is nice with great views.. Bur the walk up to see the mountain are better. Nice and easy walkway.. there is no way of getting lost.. Just chexk the weather that its not raining befor you go... If its muddy - there are grealy good boots to borrow- for free.

Visited 25th October during autumn colours, and it was really pretty! The gondola ran every 15 mins when I visited, and the ride was pretty packed on both ways. Once you're up there's 2 routes you can hike, 30 min route and an hour route. When I went the route was already covered by thin cover of ice making it slippery at points so it took us longer. Best to have proper clothing and shoes if hiking, but also saw other groups just taking pictures close to the ropeway then taking the next one down. The round trip cost 2000 yen pp, and there's free parking on site.

Visit in spring time this year. Still have a bit of snow on the mountain top. JR Bus only a few per day and better to track the time table. Beautiful and not too busy.

We only went around at the lower part of the Hakkoda mountain and yet it was already really beautiful. Luckily this part has already had some autumn colours while the rest of Aomori is still very green. Would love to spend more time here without the kids.

I had a enjoyable time spotting flowers.

I would choose winter to come here Not just the view One can ski too

This is my ultimate zen spot! Whenever I'm in Aomori, you can bet I'll be heading straight there. The powder for snowboarding is simply unbeatable, and the mountains themselves are breathtaking. Just a heads up though, keep an eye out for the occasional wild black bears and the unpredictable blizzards. Other than that, it's pure bliss up there!

Really beautiful in autumn, worth paying for the gondola up, get great views of Aomori city

Breath-taking View with loads of fresh air.

The perfect winter!

The fact that it’s a ferry that used to carry train cars is pretty neat. However, beyond the vehicle deck, most of the exhibits are less interesting and can be skipped.

Interesting museum of the history of the ferry and the train. I wish they would have more details about the process of loading the train onto the ferry. How long that took and a model or something doing a demonstration. Definitely worth your time.

This ship demonstrates the real history for developing Hokkaido area in the past century. The big ferry loads the train and all sorts of supplies from Japan mainland across the straight to Hakodate. This is probably the most educational museum on our trip. The captain's deck is very fun to play for young kids. Almost the whole ship is open for tour. You may allocate more time to spend here than doing meaningless shopping.

A former voyage ship at Aomori Port converted into a maritime museum. Exhibits were well maintained and the ship deck offers access to a nice view of Mutsu Bay.

This museum is truly wonderful and shows the history before the tunnel. You can explore the ship deck, control room, train car and engine rooms among other places. The entrance fee is 510 yen! (2023 Oct)

GREAT museum, enough English translations to feel like you still got a strong understanding of the museum. Hands on play on the bridge and great exhibits all throughout!

I love stepping into history. This boat was very interesting. Not a lot of English, but using google translate is simple. Makes me thankful for the underwater railway and the shinkansen!

Date of enjoyment: 18/4/25 Came here on a rainy Friday, there weren’t much people during opening but by the time the dolphin show started at 10am it was 70% full seating. There were heaps of aquatic life that’s native to Japan and Aomori, some of the jelly fish and deep sea fish are something you can only find here and their lighting and background setup is really good for photo taking, I spent heaps of time taking photos of the exotic fish’s behaviours. There’s something for both adults and the kids especially the dolphin is a must see, though in Japanese only you can make out what they are doing and the animals are amazing at performing tricks. There’s even an area to interact with crabs and creatures alike. There’s also a canteen here and a decent souvenir shop which takes card and cash. You can spend up to 2 hrs here.

Had a great time at Asamushi Aquarium. We went to the Aquarium on the Weekend and it was not busy. The animals look very happy and well taken care off. They do a show every 1.5 hours and it's amazing. Really recommend going when you are visiting Aomori.

Very cute aquarium, spend around 3h here. Loved the dolphin show! Also bought a pearl necklace, were I extracted the pearl from an oyster, weird but fun experience!

This is the best close up aquarium that I have ever been to. So many displays put you right up face to gill with marine life. Very few foreigners to be seen. One note, your IC card from the city does not work on this train line. You must purchase separate tickets one way or round trip from Aomori station. The aquarium is a short 12 minute walk from Ashamushi Onsen Station. Just follow the signs along the road.

Worth the trip even though is a small aquarium. We enjoyed the dolphin show, very interactive with the dolphins.

The staff here were excellent and extremely friendly and helpful. Highly recommend going here even though it is really far away. The dolphins show was excellent. You can also go down stairs and pat them.

Had a really great time here. The aquarium has a great range of aquatic animals of all kinds, from all places ranging from the seas around Japan to streams the mountainous regions. The dolphin show was very entertaining with them performing many tricks, including "playing volleyball" with the audience. However, some exhibits look too small for the animals in them, particularly the seals and the sea turtles. One of the seals also seemed to be sick when we visited, and we saw it vomit. Hope it's just indigestion though. Overall, great place to bring kids to and a good day trip out of Aomori!

Came in the late afternoon. Lots of stalls are about to pack up.

This place is an architectural failure. Hard to know where you are. Interior is tacky. Shops feel like you're in a cheap market although it's overpriced. No brand name stores. It closes too early. And not a lot of places to eat. It's a pretty depressing place

Nice experience but nothing special

look like a pachinko building but at B1, ｙｏｕ can find super authentic and local fish market～

A lot of shops at B1 floor to shop around plus the sushi shop is quite good

The market at B1 has cheap dry or fresh food.

Definitely come here for some delicious grilled seafood

It serves the best food in Aomori. I keep thinking about the food I had on that day even thought I am already back to Taiwan. Highly recommend everyone try it. The waiting line might be long, but it is definitely worthy your time. I will visit it when I go there. Enjoy it.

Really cool little mom and pop joint serving good food with a kind smile. I decided to try it after seeing the long lines the day before and although I can’t say I’d go back, I will say the employees’ kindness made me glad I went. The gyoza was very good and the scallops just okay. Reasonably priced and friendly so worth giving it a shot.

Saw the long queues while passing by a number of times and finally decided to give it a try. While there was quite a long queue when we visited around 5.45 on a Friday night, the queue did move quite fast. I ordered the grilled scallop and raw scallop set, while my gf had the other grilled scallop set. The scallops were well cooked and had just the right texture, while the sashimi was sweet if somewhat small. The only downside would be that the portion wasn’t very filling - probably better to add a third side dish for a filling meal. Overall, still a good experience and worth the queue.

The miso scallop is special and delicious, is is cooked with egg, green onion and mushrooms. I have added the codfish ovary, it taste like boiled bovine bone marrow with some fishy taste, new to me but not my pick. Cash only, started to line up after 4pm

fantastic little eatery. food was great. service was fantastic. the staffs were all so friendly

never eaten so many scallops in one sitting before! delicious food and quick service. would recommend the scallop curry - such a unique dish, and the curry had a tinge of sweetness.

No-nonsense seafood joint opposite Aomori Station. Narrow, old-fashioned space with nonetheless a decent number of tables, with two-seater tables for solo diners. Had the sea urchin and scallop rice bowl, which made for a light, refreshing lunch. Service is warm and efficient. Already pretty busy before noon on a weekday. Line starts to form outside at noon.

Just finished dinner at Ichihachi Sushi in Aomori. 💴 A bit pricier than most meals we’ve had, but 100% worth it. During the last 6 weeks had sushi in 6 other cities and more than 15-20 times. Fresh, rich flavors and some of the best nigiri we’ve had in Japan. 🍣🍶

- We took about 15-20 minutes to get seats. - Chefs took more than 20 minutes per dish to prepare 😒, so better order everything you want since the beginning. - Famous sushi restaurant (since lots of people waiting in lines)

If you like sushi and sashimi, you have to stop by their restaurant to try it; it's delicious. We also ordered the grilled scallops, and they were incredible. The staff is very attentive and professional.

A delightful sushi restaurant in downtown Aomori. The food was fresh and plentiful, the menu featured lots of local specialities and the service was commendable. My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed our time there and we will definitely call in again the next time we are in Aomori.

I went to this sushi restaurant twice during my trip in Aomori. (And will definitely go again next time). The seafood quality was very good. Price was far better than those sushi restaurants in big cities like Tokyo or Osaka. Better still, staffs were very warm and friendly. They have English menu too and I saw a big group of western guests having their good time there.

The absolute best sushi I’ve ever had in my life. The rice, seaweed, and fish were all extremely fresh, and our waitress was very kind and patient with us, especially with the language barrier. We had fatty tuna and green onion rolls, dried gourd shaving rolls, maguro nigiri, cucumber rolls, and the soy bean roll. I will probably be thinking about this place for the rest of my life. The place was mostly locals, a testament to how delicious this place really is. We had about a 15 minute wait, but I would wait triple this to eat here!

Loved it! Sushi and sashimi was definitely towards the premium side, price was reasonable. Just need to make booking in advance otherwise try visiting a bit later. Also ask them for the full menu instead of the English translated one, I think there’re more options there

Didn’t get to try this as it was already late in the afternoon, this is the original Nokkedon, where you purchase tickets and exchange them for fresh seafood to make your own seafood rice bowls. There’s an eating areas all over the market and you will get to choose your favourite seafood from various stalls. There’s scallops, salmon that’s fresh and wild, not farmed, hon maguro and various white fishes.

We stumbled into this fish market while exploring Aomori city, and it's such a gem. Beside being a regular fish market, you could grab a bowl of Nokkedon: fresh Sashimi on top of steamed rice. The way it works is, you go to the ticket counter and pay 2200 yen for tickets you could then use to purchase the food you like. First step is to pick up a bowl of rice for 1 ticket, then you go from stall to stall and pick the fish you like, the number of tickets range from 1 to 3. There's a vending machine that dispenses free cold hojicha in a paper cup. The table provides free condiments such as your soy sauce and wasabi. If you prefer soft drink instead of tea, you could buy from the ticket counter. Such a fun experience, love it.

Highly recommended! Everything is fresh and reasonably priced, with lots of options you can customize yourself. For 2,000 yen, you get 12 coupons—small rice bowls cost 1 coupon, and large ones cost 2. Items like hotate, tuna, salmon, and ikura range from 1 to 3 coupons depending on the type. If you don’t eat raw food, they also offer stir-fried and fried dishes.

This seafood market operates on coupons. Each coupon is worth 190 yen. Some items like rice, miso soup and sashimi are one coupon. Other premium items like scallops and oysters are 2-3 coupons. My husband and I got 12 coupons for the two of us. For 6 coupons, I was able to get rice, prawn, salmon, tuna, fish roe and some shellfish. See attached photo. The food was pretty fresh and it was a decent portion size. It was a nice experience. I would go again.

A tourist spot offering Nokke-don, where you can customize your rice bowl with seafood toppings. Many shops inside sell similar items, and the overall vibe is more ordinary than I expected. Still, it’s a good experience, though a bit on the pricey side.

I mean seriously. The food and experience of picking your custom ingredients is so awesome and it's such good value. Ate here every day for five days and didn't get sick of it.

We arrived early and bought tickets to eat the freshest seafood from all the vendors stalls. The fish were super fresh and tasty, and the vendors were friendly and welcoming. We came back two days in a row!

I didn't wear a coat when I came out of the hotel. I saw that this restaurant had a good rating. After walking for a while, I was outside the station. The ground was covered with snow. My wife and I walked to the door of the store, and there were two seats in it. At first, the shopkeeper said he could sit down. My husband ordered outside the door (the menu price was different from the official website and there was no picture). After a good order, there was a seat. It was sat down by other people. The shopkeeper actually asked me to wait outside the door, even if there was another seat in the store. I can't accept such unreasonable behavior. If the noodles you make are delicious, but your attitude determines that you are a very rude person! There shouldn't be such a store in Aomori!

This shop was near Aomori station so its easy to spot! Great kinda retro vibe! Reminiscent of Ichiran Ramen (or did Ichiran get their gig from this?) where you sit down a countertop seat, and your order will come through the window in front of you. Great Ramen broth! I had the 津軽ラーメン "こく煮干し". The soup was not too salty and had a sweet taste to it. It was light and refreshing! They also have options for what kind of noodles you'd like for your bowl so that's nice!

The shop is right beside Aomori station so it's really convenient and easy to spot. The niboshi ramen, made using sardine broth, was extremely flavorful and the noodles had a good texture. The store layout can be a little cramped with little walking space so it's not recommended to bring your luggage and bags inside.

The service, price, quantity was good but I personally wasn’t a big fan of the Niboshi ramen. Rice was unlimited, and you could buy extra toppings for the rice. It’s worth trying it out once since it’s one of the specialities of Aomori.

Overall good. The speed the served the food was fast and I like their fish stock noodle, which is very rich in taste.

Ramen restaurant famous for Niboshi ramen! Just 3 minutes on foot from Aomori station. ★ Rice free Type: Ramen Restaurant Cleanliness:☆☆☆ taste:☆☆☆☆ price: $$$ Cost performance:☆☆☆☆ Dress code: casual

I found this phrase: "asa ra." It's healthy ramen made with fish. It was so delicious that I cried while eating it.

One of the most amazing restaurants in terms of food quality and price. The staff looks experienced and service very quick. Clean and really oisii. Reservation recommended.

All I tried were great - Love the corn tempura - sweet corn with thin batter fried just right. The sweetness goes well with the salt provided. The freshness of 5 kinds assorted Sashimi is worth it. The homemade egg custard has a tinge of sweetness from the ginkgo nut. It’s smooth and light. The deep-fried chicken was piping hot and again the batter was thin and not over-powering. Enjoyed the food and would want to come back.

Imagine going to a restaurant called “sushi restaurant” and not getting sushi… well that’s what I did and I still really enjoyed eating at Asuka! It was easy to order through a tablet with multiple languages supported (jp, en, cn, kr). I had the chawanmushi (homemade egg custard) which was full of flavor from other ingredients like mushrooms and something that was slightly sweet, the corn tempura which was perfectly crispy on the outside yet the corn was still plump and flavorful on the inside, and the karaage which was not quite as crispy outside but the chicken was incredibly juicy and tender and the seasoning was amazing. Both water and hot tea are offered for free as well. Prices are also very reasonable, as those 3 items costed me less than 1500 yen! It was full of Japanese patrons and I was actually recommended to eat here by a local resident earlier, so it definitely lived up to its reputation.

Very good sushi. Fresh. Good taste. Probably one of the best sushi in town. Chefs have good preparation skills. Closes at 9.30pm. Popular. We arrived at 7.50pm and put our name on the wait list as they were full. We waiting around 10 mins before being shown to a table at the bar. Order sushi at table using electronic screen on table. They have bar seating around the chefs working which is very popular place to sit, and they also some rooms in the back of the restuarant. We ordered a variety of different sushi. Unfortuately many of the popular and special sushi were sold out already, probably as we were one of the later diners. They also ran out of steamed egg. Alcoholic drinks available. We stayed until 9pm. We spent around JPY10k for the 2 of us. Very good

It was end of April 2025. The restaurants at Auga market were closed, it was rainy and we were starving, so we went in. So glad that this happened because they had the best chefs and food, and the prices are not bad at all! A must visit. IMO, Auga market resto is a bit of a tourist trap imo.

Served with a perfectly chilled bottle of Asahi premium Jukusen, really enjoyed all of the offerings. Sushi was made fresh, at a very rapid and dedicated pace. The freshness was considerably great ! Thank you very much

The queue was long when I went but I was seated within 20 min. When I ordered the food I was served quickly. The service was the best and the staff, while unable to speak English, were very attentive!! I had a very good experience!

We made a reservation and went there for the shamisen session but our seat was unlucky - we couldn't see much from our table. I don't know if it's even possible but it might be good to tell them where you want to be seated when making a reservation. Food wise, sashimi was amazing!

Great ambience, and is highly recommended if you want authentic local Aomori food. The entrance was a little tricky as it was a small door which took a few seconds to work it out and the moment we were in we were amazed with the layout. The table charge (otoshi) is a bit more expensive than average (charged 1000yen) but that is because they provide quality snack/sides so I would say definitely worth it for the experience. The food was amazing, highly recommend.

Was lucky to get 2 seats walk-in at 6pm-ish. The staff once arranged seats started lighting a mini pot of pork in front of each of us and gave us 2 small cold appetizers plus an egg to dip the pork in. So interesting that they got such variety of appetizers right at the start. We ordered rice, since the pork went v well with a staple plus whipped egg. We ordered grilled chicken thigh on an iron plate, quite peppery and good to pair with sake and liquors. Their signature grilled scallop miso was nice but not a must-try to me, esp when the scallops were cut into tiny pieces and the flavor a bit masked by eggs and miso. The fish soup was mentioned on the menu to be made by cod bones and head/collar, but the one we got actually made by salmon? But portion-wise and flavor-wise, got nothing to complain about. Just would be nice to specify, i bet. They got 三味線 live performance at 7pm, and it was played by a well-seasoned musician lady. Couldn't understand what she said in japanese, but could feel the emotion she put into each song, particularly like one that's kindly a sad medley, or so i guessed... When some pause between notes added an extra touch. Recording or photos are not permitted during the performance, but i think it's cool, cos then patrons can focus on the music. And the staff gives you homemade crispy senbai before you leave, and also sends you off with a traditional act of rubbing flints together around you. With the translation from a nice lady who was waiting for seats, it means for good luck and you return home safely, how sweet!

Izakaya (horse sashimi, miso paste, crab korroke, Kani miso, Senbei-jiru, Clam Soup, Tori Karaage, Grilled Ika). Got lucky when this hole in a wall izakaya accepted our group to squeeze in a table meant for 4. We had so much food and also tried the horse sashimi. The senbei-jiru (rice cracker hotpot) is another specialty of Aomori which doesn’t really excite me. The scorched miso paste is interesting but not for those who are cautious about their salt intake. There was even a live music instrument performance to entertain us midway into our meals. Definitely recommend this really cool izakaya.

Great ambience with great food. The interior of the restaurant is very interesting, the owner incorporated the Nebuta theme and food quality was good. They also serve a variety of sake from the region with a pinch of rock salt grinded right in front of you. We ended up paying more than 10,000 yen for our dinner, slightly pricier than other local restaurants but it was worth it.

It is a izakaya (bar) in Aomori. Everyone stayed in for meal have to order a wine. It means this bar need a minimum order. They will put the glass in a woody cup (I think it is a traditional Japanese cup) and pour wine to "totally" full. The surplus wine will flow in the woody cup (see picture). Total process of pouring wine thinks polity to the customers. The inner decoration is special and panache for taking picture. However, I think the quality of the sashimi is not good (I felt some fishy smell to the scallop), which is not compatible with the cost. I think the quality of seafood in Hokkaido is better than Aomori

Super cool place, totally out of expectation from entrance to dishes. Make sure to try out their Buta which is pork, in the first pic. It is the best broiled pork I’ve ever had. But I do have to say they don’t offer the best/ most friendly service, especially in Japan where every restaurant can make you feel so welcome. No one greeted us at door, the staff make me feel you can take it or leave. I would say it was rather “local” experience. Plus my friend and I had to go to the toilet that night, maybe the food was not fresh.

Great experience! A really great place to bring people visiting Aomori. This is a very cozy izakaya with great food and live traditional music. I recommend the tuna bowl. Huge pieces of fish and very fresh. They also have great beer and you can request a half and half and mix the beers on tap.

Great food, and even more amazing service! Hirao greeted myself and my husband as it is our first time to Aomori with a sake tasting of one of the best sakes we’ve been able to try. We were so incredibly impressed we asked if we could buy some in a local liquor shop. Hirao printed us a map and even walked us to the street to point us in the right direction. On top of that he gave us his business card in case we had any trouble. Best customer service I’ve experienced in Japan by far!

Great restaurant, great atmosphere, and great food. There are 2 live shamisen performances a day. This was my first time to Aomori, and I'll definitely visit Ringobako on my next trip.

I came there to listen to shamisen because they have live shamisen performances. When I said that is why I came and asked if it was over already, the waiter just nodded. I speak Japanese so he could have replied more. I then asked if the performance would take place tomorrow too at the same time? (7pm). He just nodded again. With this poor service, I didn't feel welcome at all. Especially since there are other places in town that have shamisen performances.

Good local cuisine. Sashimi is fresh and tasty.

cozy place, love it on aomori prefecture

Nice local izakaya restaurant

This is great place for Ramen. Open daily mainly for lunch 7:30am to 2pm and closed on Thursdays

A simple place for people seeking for pure gourmet. I had breakfast there and I could tell most people were regular customers. Friendly customers helped me out with the ordering as they identified I was not local. The chef was also kind enough to serve me. The ramen is simple, but very hearty. It just gives you a soft start for a day. I can see this type of shop is no longer popular among the younger generation. I sincerely hope more people come to support the little local business.

Old fashioned- traditional local Ramen noodles. I added some pork chops (Cyahh-syuu) and Chinese bamboo (Menma). You can also choose the amount of noodles for your favor. Soups; fish, sea weed are main ingredients, in my opinion.

Simple ramen and satisfy 👍

You can have a pleasant morning by eating gentle ramen.

Okay Ramen

(Translated by Google) This is a long-established restaurant that continues to serve traditional ramen. With a super-large (two-piece) bowl for 700 yen, it's truly the ultimate value for the common man. They continue to preserve the traditional, retro Showa-era flavor that isn't swayed by trends. When you think of ramen, this is the flavor; it's a bowl that brings back memories of the first time you had it at a ramen shop. This restaurant has many fans who return in search of this nostalgic flavor. After savoring the nostalgic flavor and finishing the soup, it was a satisfying bowl that left me full. The multi-level parking lot is a blessing. (Original) 昔ながらのラーメンを伝えてくれる老舗です。特大（二玉）で700円のコスパは正に最強の庶民の味方です。流行りにとらわれない昭和でレトロな伝統の味を守り続けています。ラーメンと言えばこの味、初めてラーメン屋さんで食べた味を思い出す一杯です。この懐かしいの味を求めて通うファンが多いお店です。懐かしの味を堪能しスープまで完食でお腹いっぱい大満足の一杯でした。数段停められる駐車場が有難いです。

So. This simple but fabulous breakfast shop has a drink. Toast and eggs set menu that was ABSOLUTELY OISHII! Do spend the extra 100 yen for the "thick" milk toast. Your choice of toppings for the toast and includes a medium hard boiled egg. If you are in Aomori you must have breakfast here. Background music is soft jazz. Interior decor is cool and quirky with antique clocks, glassware, signs and lamps.

I was struggling to find a decent coffee shop and using Google Maps I located Coffee Marron. It's on level 1 and the entry is unassuming with a steep climb up the narrow staircase to the cafe - well worth the effort! It was very compact but it exceeded our expectations. The coffee was good, the service was excellent and the decor was amazing. Congratulations to the owners on creating such an interesting "cafe".

Love the atmosphere for breakfast. Some actually come here to read a book. The place is Decorated with lots of antique, with air conditioning. Food is up to expectation, sausage is very good. Coffee is strong and good, toast in the breakfast set is decent.

This cafe serves one of the best coffee and breakfast in Aomori. I liked it so much that I went there twice for breakfast during my stay. On the last day of my trip, I stopped by for a takeout coffee, and the staff surprised me with two pieces of chocolate to go with it. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff are friendly and polite. I’ll definitely come back next time I visit Aomori.

Beautiful coffee spot. As an American it was really lovely! Staff was helpful even with the language barrier. It’s not in the most public space so walking to it is preferred. If you are looking for a warm welcome and simply delicious food, I highly recommend!

Dark roast but rounded and bold coffee. Really enjoyed the setting and the Showa era music too!! The interior was climatized perfectly ensuring a smooth experience for all coffee drinkers Thank you for this unique experience

What an amazing place. Equally popular amongst the locals and tourists. We had Egg Sandwich, Keema Curry and Vegetable Sandwich. The Vegetable sandiwch specially stands out due to freshness of ingredients. Their staff is super friendly and warm. We visited 4 times during our stay. English menus is available.

It is a very simple ramen restaurant. The thicker then usual noodles gave it a good chew. The soup is seafood based with shoyu as main flavor. The charsiu is tender and porky creating a contrast to the seafood flavor. All in all the flavors are well balanced and the big bowl is actually big.

I was expecting more taste in the ramen, literally didn't taste anything at all. The bowl was big though, good service and funny guy at the cash register and reasonable price. That's why I give it a one more star but unfortunately I am afraid that I will not eat in this place again due to no taste.

Craving some ramen after spending 6 days of work here in Japan. Clean looking exterior with a cool looking sign on the outside. Very, very simple place. Only 3 items to order. Small ramen, LG ramen and onigiri. Seafood shoyu style ramen with medium thick noodles that are very slurpable. 3 thin slices of pork are really easy to eat, fresh green onions and menma was perfectly seasoned with a slight snap to it when eaten. At less than $5 U.S., it is a steal! I think they use a different kind of shoyu as the dispenser with the condiments shoyu was very tasty but not too salty. Hard to explain.

very value for money!

Typical Tsugaru noodles with special soup cooked dried fish and soy sauce

(Translated by Google) It was my first visit in about 20 years. The restaurant has been renovated, and is spacious with plenty of seating. It was full within 15 minutes of opening, but the turnover was fast and I was able to get a seat right away. There was a receptionist, so I ordered there and they took a ticket that looked like a bathing ticket. I decided to go for a large soy sauce ramen. It was quite a punchy portion. The slightly strong, tangy dried sardine soup was a perfect match with the chewy straight noodles. It's an addictive soup! At first I thought it might be a bit much, but it went down smoothly and I finished it all. It was very delicious 😋🍴💕 (Original) 20年振りくらいに訪麺しました。 お店はリニューアルされてて、広さがあり席数多いです。 オープンして15分程度で満席、ですが回転早く、すぐに着席できました。 受付の方がいるのでそこで注文し、入浴券のような札を預かります。 思いきって醤油ラーメン大を注文。なかなかパンチのある量でした。 えぐ味のある少し濃口の煮干しスープにもちもちとしたストレート麺がマッチしてます。中毒性のあるスープですね！ 初めは多いかなと思いましたが、スルスルと入っていき完食出来ました。 とても美味しかったです😋🍴💕

(Translated by Google) I went there because it had good reviews, but it was my first time trying ramen. 🍜 It was cheap and fast, but they served about 7 or 8 customers who sat down after me, so I was put on hold. 💦 The noodles tasted like dried udon noodles, and the broth didn't really have a strong dried sardine flavor. It didn't suit my taste at all, and I was confused as to why it had such high ratings and so many customers! My companion had the same impression! Ramen tastes vary, I guess... The restaurant was nice and clean, but... I thought the 100 yen rice balls were a good deal! (Original) 評価が良かったので行ってみましたが初めて食べるラーメンでした🍜 安くて早くて良いのだが後から座ったお客さん7.8人くらいに配膳されこちらは後回しにされました💦 麺は乾麺のうどんを食べてる感じでスープは煮干し感がよく分からず、私の口には全く合わず、なぜ評価高いのかお客さんいっぱいいるのか不思議だと思いました！一緒に行った方も同じ様な印象でした！ ラーメン好み分かれると思いますが… お店は綺麗で良かったのですが… おにぎり100円は良いなと思いました！

Japanese typical rural airport. Around 35 mins to Aomori city center. In 2019, it was renewed hence its clean and better than before but nothing unique. Very pity.

Smaller airport than the international airports in Japan, very limited in what shops and food they offer however for its size, it’s very well catered for. There’s only one departure area and you can see all the planes taking off and land whilst having a very scenic mountain view in the background. If you’re driving into the airport to return a car you will have to pay a 220 yen toll for normal cars and it’s cash only so have that spare change ready.

I used international terminal. It is a small area for everything. Security is very thorough but efficient. Smooth process. There is one aircraft arrives and departs one at the time. So it is not busy. There is a small duty free at holding area. If you wish to have a meal, it is better to have it before entering holding area.

It’s a good local airport in Aomori. It’s good and not bad. There are some souvenirs shops and restaurants. You can kill time before your departure maybe. Looks modern and clean! Enjoy!

OMG, these regional airports are so bureaucratic and rigid and inflexible to a T!!! We are 4 people and our ticket allowed 2 x 23kg, 46 kg each person. But we had only 4 check in bags: 16, 18, 15 and 25kg each respectively. Average 18.5kg each and well below the max limit of 46kg per person. Our check in person insisted we must move 2kg from the bigger 25kg bag; to the other smaller bags which are full. We explained that our average was well below even 23 kg limit per person and most international airlines will be flexible enough to consider the average and allow the 25kg bag to go through as an exception. We either had to buy a new bag, carry the extra 2-3 kg weight with us or we were offered a brown paper (!!) bag and said we can put 2 kg in there and she will check in the paper bag for us!!! If we were max in weight, and 2kg over, I would have moved things around. But we were average 18.5kg of 46kg limit, and they are making us move 2 kg around 😱😱😱 JAL, you offer foreign tourists to explore regional Japan for free on domestic legs but pls up your game with your staff training and bring in some critical thinking and problem solving and flexible customer care!

In the evening of December 21, 2019, we, from Hong Kong, drove our rental car here to pick up our elder daughter who flew in from Fukuoka. Driving inside the Airport is subject to a cash toll of Yen 220. Arriving passengers can wait for pickup at the non-near lane ie not the taxi lane.

The Nebuta ceiling display is awesome! Only the disappointed point is that all passengers must through the toll road to access there.

Misawa Airport may be small, but it delivers a solid experience with its efficiency, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Free Wi-Fi, short baggage wait times, and a touch of Japanese hospitality elevate it above its modest size. No frills, no flash—just a simple, well-run airport that gets the job done pleasantly. Full Version: Not every airport needs to be a sprawling metropolis of high-tech features and luxury lounges to leave a positive impression. Misawa Airport, a small but well-kept travel hub in Aomori Prefecture, is a prime example of how efficiency, cleanliness, and a touch of Japanese hospitality can make for a pleasant airport experience, even without all the bells and whistles. Let’s address the obvious: Misawa Airport is not trying to compete with Haneda, Incheon, or Singapore’s Changi. It’s a small airport, and it knows it. But in the spirit of Japan’s consistent commitment to quality, it makes the most of its scale. The check-in and security process are straightforward, baggage claim is refreshingly quick, and the staff are as courteous and helpful as one would expect in Japan. The airport offers free Wi-Fi, which is always a welcome feature, especially in smaller airports where connectivity can sometimes be overlooked. While the selection of shops and amenities is limited, there are still a few interesting photo opportunities within the terminal, giving the space a bit of personality. The cleanliness of the facilities is another highlight—something that Japan excels at across the board. Misawa Airport isn’t flashy, nor does it need to be. Instead, it delivers a simple, effective, and pleasant experience, free from unnecessary stress or inconvenience. There are, of course, areas where it could improve—perhaps a bit more variety in dining or shopping options—but considering its purpose and location, it does exactly what it needs to do. For those expecting grandeur, Misawa might feel underwhelming. But for travelers who appreciate efficiency and quiet competence over excessive opulence, this airport is a fine example of how even smaller transport hubs can deliver quality. If you go in with the right expectations, you’ll likely leave with a good impression, just as I did.

TAKADA coffee shop. Amazing Taste! I was excited to meet this wonderful Coffee and Sandwiches. Can you believe we are in Misawa airforce base?(not in Yoyogi) Takada san uses a good ingredients,and it’s obvious that the food is delicious,but other people can’t do that.

The worst airport in Japan for services and facilities. No credit card lounge (only paid lounge), no airline lounge, no coffee shop. Only one restaurant (opens at very limited hours) and one shop. Observation deck needs a fee to get in for adults.

This airport is small but functional good airport. There are small a souvenirs shop and a coffee shop. The staffs were friendly and helpful. Just located by the military airport. But you would be bored if you arrive here early before your flight. Enjoy your safe trips

Idk why people are giving this place poor reviews. It’s a landing strip attached to a massive military installation in a very small city in rural Japan. No frills or thrills. A taxi to and from Sky Plaza (many hotels and restaurants in this area) cost me $8.45 each way. Unless you’re renting a car, this is your best option for getting around.

This is a very small airport with only one gate and one restaurant. A decent airport. The only thing that I found odd is that the observation deck is not free (where they usually are free to use in Japanese domestic airports).

Even though it's a small domestic airport, you'll find a souvenir shop and a restaurant on the second floor.

Interesting small airport. Close to north Akita.

My review is mainly for the michi-no-eki here. The airport is very small and the parking is easy and free. It can be confusing to determine where to go for the michi-no-eki stamp, but it’s just in the main entrance walkway before you get to the check in counters, meaning you don’t need to go inside the airport for it.

I miss this airport so much! Sangat convinient! Hopping to come back again!

(Translated by Google) This is a local airport with one boarding gate. It also serves as a roadside station, but the shop is smaller than a typical roadside station. They have the bare essentials, so you'll be able to get your souvenirs here in time. The Akita dog stuffed animals that are all over the airport are so cute. If you take the elevator to the third floor, you can go to the observation deck. There are no planes at all except when planes arrive. The building is made of wood and feels comfortable. (Original) 搭乗口が一つのローカル空港です。 道の駅も兼ねていますが一般的な道の駅よりも売店が小さいです。 最低限のものは揃っているので、お土産などはここで間に合わせることが出来るでしょう。 空港のあちこちに居る秋田犬のぬいぐるみが可愛すぎます。 エレベーターで３階に上がると展望デッキに出ることが出来ます。 飛行機の到着時以外は一機たりとも飛行機は有りません。 建物は木質化されていて居心地いいですね。

(Translated by Google) Revisited on May 26, 2025 I visited this airport for the first time in about 20 years since the ANA 50th anniversary project. Located in Kitaakita City, this is the least used airport in the Tohoku region. However, since it is far from Akita Airport and Aomori Airport, and also from the Akita Shinkansen, the only scheduled passenger service is Haneda Airport, which is a very valuable means of transportation to and from the Tokyo metropolitan area. Currently, ANA operates three round trips per day between Haneda Airport. It was probably different 20 years ago, but now it is also a roadside station. On the first floor of the terminal building, there is an ANA check-in counter and a checked baggage counter. The arrival floor is also on the first floor, and you will be greeted by a blue Namahage, which is different from the red Namahage at Akita Airport. Immediately after exiting the arrival exit, there is a general information desk and counters for rental car companies. The second floor is the departure floor, and in addition to the security checkpoint, there is an ANA FESTA and a restaurant. There is a rooftop observation deck on the third floor. You can go from the first to the second floor by stairs and escalators, but you need to use the elevator to reach the third floor. To access the airport, there is an airport shuttle bus that goes to Odate Station via Takanosu Station. This bus runs according to the schedule of flights, so if a flight is delayed, the bus will be delayed, and if a flight is canceled, the bus will be canceled. The runway extension direction is 11/29, and it has one runway of 2,000m x 45m. There are no parallel taxiways, so turning pads are installed on both ends of the runway. Since air traffic control is performed remotely from New Chitose Airport (New Chitose Airborne Control Center), there is no air traffic controller on site and no tower. (Original) 2025年5月26日再訪 ANA創立50周年企画以来、約20年ぶりに訪れてみました。 北秋田市にある、東北地方で一番利用客が少ない空港です。 ただ、秋田空港や青森空港とは離れている事、秋田新幹線からも離れている事から、唯一定期旅客運航されている羽田空港便は首都圏との行き来でとても貴重な足となっています。 現在はANAが羽田空港との間に1日3往復を運航しています。 20年前は多分違ったんじゃないかと思いますが、今は道の駅にもなっています。 ターミナルビル1階にはANAのチェックインカウンターと受託手荷物カウンターがあります。 また、到着階も1階になっており、秋田空港の赤いなまはげとは異なる青いなまはげが出迎えてくれます。 到着出口を出たらすぐ目の前に総合案内所とレンタカー各社のカウンターが設置されています。 2階は出発階になっており、保安検査場の他、ANA FESTAとレストランがあります。 3階には屋上展望デッキが設置されています。 1階から2階には階段とエスカレーターでも上がれますが、3階にはエレベーターを利用する必要があります。 アクセスは鷹巣駅を経由して大館駅へ行く空港連絡バスが出ています。 このバスは飛行機に合わせて運航されている為、飛行機が遅延するとバスも遅延し、飛行機が欠航するとバスも欠航になります。 滑走路の設置延伸方位は11/29、2,000m×45mを1本持っています。 平行誘導路は無い為、滑走路両端にターニングパッドが設置されています。 新千歳空港（新千歳対空センター）から遠隔でリモート管制を行っている為、管制官が常駐しておらず、タワーも設置されていません。

(Translated by Google) This is a rare airport attached to a roadside station. There is one restaurant. It has the feel of a local airport. It is very clean, and the third floor in particular has a glass-walled view of the runway. (Original) 道の駅と併設のレア空港です。 レストランは1カ所。ローカル空港感があります。 とても綺麗で3階は特にガラス張りの滑走路を眺めることができます。

(Translated by Google) November 3, 2025 (Memo) This was probably my second or third time using this airport. It's a typical regional airport, with few facilities, so I struggled to kill time before my flight. The interior was very clean, but it's obviously a loss-making airport. There's also a roadside station, but I didn't find it particularly appealing. I probably won't use this airport again, so this is just a memo. (Original) 2025年11月3日 備忘録 今回で2回目か3回目の利用だと思います。 典型的な地方空港、館内施設は少なくフライトまでの時間潰しに苦労しました。 館内はとても綺麗ですが、当然赤字空港、道の駅もありますが、あまり魅力は感じず。 多分もう利用する事はないと思うので備忘録です。