Aomori, Aomori

Aomori is the capital city of Aomori Prefecture. It is southwest of the town of Hiranai.

It is a coastal city, and is nearby Tsugaru Bay.

It has been recognized as a core city since 2006.

Geography

 * Aomori
 * Hirosaki
 * Hachinohe

Nebuta
The Nebuta festival is one of the most famous festivals in Japan. It takes place at the beginning of August. More than 300,000 people come and see this festival every year. This festival is called both “Nebuta” and ”Neputa”. In Aomori city, they use the word “Nebuta”, and in Hirosaki city, they use the word “Neputa”.