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Straddling the border between Akita and Aomori prefectures is Towadako, one of Honshu’s most scenic lakes, and hugely popular with local visitors during the turning leaf ‘koyo’ season from mid-October, when the beech and maple-clad hillsides of the Oirase Valley turn to spectacular shades of gold and crimson.
The area is replete with atmospheric inns offering traditional fare and natural hot spring bathing. A little to the north the town of Hirosaki boasts a cosmopolitan ambience belying its location, with a splendid summer festival, a fine castle and samurai district.
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Suggested itinerary featuring Towadako & Hirosaki
This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Towadako & Hirosaki, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Places near Towadako & Hirosaki
- Nyuto Onsen 50 miles away
- Tazawako 55 miles away
- Kakunodate 64 miles away
- Hakodate 92 miles away
- Tohoku 105 miles away
- Dewa-sanzan 142 miles away
- Matsushima 149 miles away
- Sapporo 181 miles away
- Hokkaido 231 miles away
- Asahidake 243 miles away
- Sounkyo 249 miles away
- Kushiro 251 miles away
- Akan-ko National Park 265 miles away
- Nikko 268 miles away
- Noto Peninsula 281 miles away
- Yudanaka 291 miles away
Photos of Towadako & Hirosaki
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Choushi Ootaki Waterfall at Oirase Gorge -
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Exploring Lake Towada and the Oirase River, Towadako -
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Dusk, Lake Towada -
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Oirase Gorge, Lake Towada -
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Lake Towada -
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Towada Art Museum in winter -
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Towadako, Japan
Our expert guides to exploring Towadako & Hirosaki
Written by our specialists from their own experiences of visiting Towadako & Hirosaki, these guides will help you make the most of your time there. We share both our practical recommendations and the best ways to appreciate Towadako & Hirosaki at its best.
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Japan’s seasons: cherry blossom and beyond ![Cherry Blossom in Kyoto]()
Japan’s seasons: cherry blossom and beyond
Japan’s seasons: cherry blossom and beyond
Each Japanese season brings a raft of distinct experiences, from spring’s cherry blossom to winter’s snow crab delicacies. Japan specialist Laura shares the highlights of each time of year to help you decide when to visit Japan.
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