The capital is the city of Aomori.
Location: It borders the Pacific Ocean (east) and the Sea of Japan (west), and lies opposite Hokkaido via the Tsugaru Strait.
The area is mountainous, with forests (almost 70% of the surface) and coastlines.
Economy and specialties: Aomori is best known as the apple kingdom of Japan: it produces approximately 60% of all Japanese apples.
Other assets include seafood, garlic (largest producer of black garlic), and agriculture.
Tourism is growing thanks to nature and festivals.
Nature and Heritage: World Heritage Site Shirakami-Sanchi (primeval forests), Jōmon Prehistoric Sites (such as Sannai Maruyama), Lake Towada (caldera lake with autumn colors), Hakkoda Mountains, and Hirosaki Castle (known for cherry blossoms).
Culture: The famous Nebuta Matsuri (summer festival with large illuminated floats).
Harsh winters with heavy snow, but also hot springs (onsen).
History: Inhabited for at least 15,000 years; Japan's oldest pottery found here.
In short: a quiet, nature-rich region with a strong seasonal experience (spring blossoms, summer festival, autumn colors, winter snow), with apples and fresh fish as local pride.
Ideal for those who want to get off the beaten tourist track.
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