Aomori
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Japan
Aomori, located in the Tohoku region, is one of Japan’s hidden treasures known for its seasonal beauty. In winter months, the Hakkoda Mountains in Aomori are blanketed in snow, offering visitors an opportunity to ski and snowboard among the ‘snow monsters’. The autumn foliage here is an unforgettable sight. While during warmer months, you can trek through the lush greenery of Hakkoda Mountains.
Getting Here
Aomori is a popular holiday destination easily accessible from neighbouring countries and within Japan. There are several daily direct flights from Haneda Airport in Tokyo and New Chitose Airport in Sapporo to Aomori Airport. Upon your arrival at Aomori Airport, it will take approximately 50 minutes’ drive to Berjaya Hakkoda Ski Resort.
Layout Plan
- 50 minutes from New Chitose Airport, Sapporo
- 1 hour 15 minutes from Haneda Airport, Tokyo
- 1 hour 40 minutes from Osaka International Airport
- 50 minutes from Aomori Airport
- 1 hour from JR Aomori Station / JR Shin-Aomori Station Bus Stop to Ropeway Station Stop. From there, around 3 minutes’ walk to the resort.
Attractions
A popular destination for backcountry powder skiing and snowboarding in Japan. Known as the ultimate playground among enthusiasts seeking an exhilarating snow adventure.
The Hakkoda Ropeway provides stunning views of the Hakkoda Mountain Range during its ascent of 650 meters up Mount Tamoyachi.
'Snow monsters' or towering pine trees covered in soft rime ice are a must-see during the peak of winter.
A 360-meter-long deck arch bridge in the southern Hakkoda Mountains.
Within the national park, you'll discover an abundance of lush forests, mountainous terrains, scenic hiking trails, and rustic hot springs.
This small, lovely pond is nestled within a marshland, at the southern base of Mount Hakkoda.
Often known as Mount Hakkoda or simply Hakkoda, these mountains are collectively recognised among the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains.
Located in the northernmost part of Japan's main island, this sightseeing destination is famous for its apples, seasonal landscapes and Aomori Nebuta Festival.