Hirosaki, Aomori



Hirosaki (弘前市) is a Japanese city in Aomori Prefecture on the island of Honshu.

History
Hirosaki is a castle town of the Tsugaru clan. The town grew up around Hirosaki Castle, which was built in 1601.

City emblem
Hirosaki uses the swastika (manji ) as official symbol. This came from the flag emblem of Tsugaru clan in Edo period.

Geography
Hirosaki is located in southwest Aomori Prefecture. It is south of Mount Iwaki; and it borders Akita Prefecture.

Other websites

 * Hirosaki City website