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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Hirosaki

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Hirosaki, Japan

Updated April 9, 2025

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Unusual Attractions in Hirosaki

Hirosaki, Japan

Hirosaki Castle

The northernmost of the 12 surviving feudal castles of Japan is known as a cherry blossom viewing spot.

Iwakiyama Shrine, Hirosaki.

Hirosaki, Japan

Iwakiyama Shrine

An atmospheric shrine of mountain worship that is home to a number of curious folk tales.

The main gate of Chōshō-ji Temple, built in 1629.

Hirosaki, Japan

Zenringai (Zen Temple Street)

These 33 Zen Buddhist temples were built to protect the nearby castle.

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The Demon Oak Tree.

Hirosaki, Japan

Demon Oak Tree of Onizawa

A mountain demon once helped a local villager construct a canal, after which he sat on this oak tree to rest.

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A rice paddy warrior in Inakadate (Flickr/shinkusano)

Inakadate, Japan

Inakadate Tanbo Art

Giant art made in Japanese rice fields.

4 miles from Hirosaki

Kizukuri Station.

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Kizukuri Station

A train station decorated by a giant replica of the ancient Shakōki-dogū figurine found in the area.

14 miles from Hirosaki

Sannai Maruyama Ruins

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Sannai Maruyama Ruins

These Japanese ruins have been brought back to life with elaborately recreated buildings.

19 miles from Hirosaki

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