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Aomori Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
Product code 92136P662
From
From JPY 51,450
Dates
Available from Jun 24, 2026
Start times
10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 9:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 10:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-11, Adult ages 12-99
Options
Van (Up to 7 Pax), Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
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Duration
6 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From JPY 51,450
Aomori Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
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Duration
6 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Japanese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
This private 6-hour tour is the ideal way to discover the best of Aomori at your own pace, with a friendly government-licensed guide and a private vehicle at your disposal. Travelling comfortably from place to place, you skip the stress of public transport and see far more than you could on your own. Step inside the spectacular Nebuta Museum WA RASSE to meet the giant illuminated floats of Aomori's world-famous summer festival, then explore 5,000 years of history at the Sannai-Maruyama Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Jomon village. Browse local apple cider at the waterfront A-Factory, admire striking works at the Aomori Museum of Art, and take in coastal scenery and the serene Showa Daibutsu. Because the tour is fully private, your guide tailors the day to your interests and pace - ideal for families, couples, and first-time visitors. Your English- and Japanese-speaking guide shares the stories and flavours that make Aomori unforgettable, while your driver handles the rest.
Overview
This private 6-hour tour is the ideal way to discover the best of Aomori at your own pace, with a friendly government-licensed guide and a private vehicle at your disposal. Travelling comfortably from place to place, you skip the stress of public transport and see far more than you could on your own. Step inside the spectacular Nebuta Museum WA RASSE to meet the giant illuminated floats of Aomori's world-famous summer festival, then explore 5,000 years of history at the Sannai-Maruyama Site, a UNESCO World Heritage Jomon village. Browse local apple cider at the waterfront A-Factory, admire striking works at the Aomori Museum of Art, and take in coastal scenery and the serene Showa Daibutsu. Because the tour is fully private, your guide tailors the day to your interests and pace - ideal for families, couples, and first-time visitors. Your English- and Japanese-speaking guide shares the stories and flavours that make Aomori unforgettable, while your driver handles the rest.
What's Included
Included
Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Not included
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Travel and Tour of Hirosaki (Hirosaki is out of the available area)
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
45 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 1
Experience the spectacular Nebuta Festival year-round at this riverside museum beside Aomori Station. Giant illuminated warrior floats, vivid artwork, and live taiko and haneto-dancer demonstrations bring Aomori's most famous summer festival to life.
Stop 2
30 minutes
Stop 2
Browse local Aomori specialties, fresh produce, and gourmet souvenirs at this stylish waterfront marketplace next to Aomori Station. Sample Aomori apple cider straight from the glass-walled cidery and enjoy harbour views.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 3
Step back over 5,000 years at this UNESCO World Heritage Jomon-period settlement, one of Japan's largest and best-preserved ancient villages. Explore reconstructed pit dwellings, towering wooden pillars, and a fascinating on-site museum of excavated artefacts.
Stop 4
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 4
Discover striking contemporary and modern art at this bold white museum beside the Sannai-Maruyama ruins. Highlights include works by Aomori-born artist Yoshitomo Nara and the beloved giant outdoor sculpture Aomori-ken, set within dramatic gallery spaces carved into the earth.
Stop 5
40 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 5
Marvel at Japan's tallest seated bronze Great Buddha, the Showa Daibutsu, standing over 21 metres high in the peaceful grounds of Seiryu-ji Temple. A vivid red five-storied pagoda, landscaped gardens, and quiet woodland make this a serene escape on the edge of Aomori City.
Stop 6
20 minutes
Stop 6
Enjoy sweeping views of Aomori's harbour from this elegant cable-stayed bridge, an iconic part of the city skyline. The nearby waterfront promenade and Aoiumi Park are perfect for photos of the bay, the port, and passing ships against a backdrop of distant mountains.
Stop 7
30 minutes
Stop 7
Relax in the seaside hot-spring town of Asamushi Onsen, a short coastal drive from central Aomori. At the Yu-sa Asamushi roadside station you can soak in an ocean-view bath, dip your feet in a free foot spa, and enjoy fresh local seafood and sweeping views over Mutsu Bay.
Stop 8
20 minutes
Stop 8
Spot the striking triangular silhouette of ASPAM, Aomori's waterfront tourist center on the bay. Browse local crafts and souvenirs, sample regional foods, and take in panoramic views of the harbour and Mutsu Bay from the building's distinctive observation deck.
Additional Info
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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