This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.
Tour Itinerary
- Dear Benjamin Davidson
- Welcome to Aomori !
- 【Aomori Tour】 14th April 2025*4-person
- 【Aomori tour- 14th April : 6 hours】Diamond Princess
- 9:00 At the Aomori cruise terminal to the Asamushi Aquarium by taxi.
- The Asamushi Aquarium is far from down town Aomori,
- 15 kiro meters.
- 9:30 The Asamushi Aquarium arrive. (Admission fee: 1,200 yen/one-adult person)
- 10:00-10:15 Dolphin jumping show.
- 10:45 Seiryu-ji Temple arrive. (Admission fee: 400 yen/one-person)
- Five-storied Pagoda and Great Budda-Most highest sitting bronze Buddha in Japan.
- *Goshuin Stamp*
- 11:30 Seiryuji Temple dept. By taxi
- 12:00 Lunch @Kogintei-Japanese Soba Restaurant-
- 13:30 Warrase Museum arrive. (Admission fee: 620 yen/one-person)
- In front of Aomori station.
- Workshop: Nebuta Festival drum hitting and dancing experience.
- 15:00 Aomori cruise terminal arrive.
What Is a Private Tour of Asamushi Aquarium in Aomori Like? A Licensed Guide's Report
[Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private tour to Asamushi Aquarium in Aomori for a group visiting from North America. The guests were baseball fans. I mentioned that Shohei Ohtani played at Hanamaki High School, located to the south of Aomori Prefecture. "Really? Next time we visit Japan, we would love to visit Hanamaki." At the dolphin show and the penguin corner, the guests were filled with joy, delighting in the experience. They were deeply moved by the Great Buddha at Seiryuji Temple. One of the guests spoke with a group of about ten people in a foreign language other than English, having relocated to another region more than twenty years ago. At a teahouse, we enjoyed soba and matcha. "What is this sweet?" It is rakugan. After visiting the Nebuta Warasse museum, they said, "We will definitely come back to Aomori for the Nebuta Festival this year or next!"
Click here for more details: Aomori Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
My name is Tomohiko Kudo.
I live in Aomori city.
I already visited more than 30 nations so far.
After official retirement from the public officer, I could have the Japanese Government Licensed Guide Certificate and am nowadays very pleased to guide overseas tourists all over the world.
Did you know that the Fuji apple is not from Mt.Fuji…but is actually from Aomori Prefecture’ Fujisaki town. Aomori is proud of the biggest apple product in
Japan. We provide 40 apple-pie restaurants to guests.
Let’s enjoy real Japanese culture and history with me. I would enjoy with you real Samuri history, Kimono culture, local traditional festivals, castle,
Japanese garden, temple, shrine, Japanese tea ceremony, food and Sake.
I often go to the local sea food and vegetable markets and eat fresh foods and would love to show you some secret, hidden restaurants that only Aomori locals know about – let’s go on an adventure together.
If you like sushi and fresh seafood, let me introduce to Nokkedon ?
What is it? Come to Aomori and find out! I am waiting for you.
Jun 2, 2025
413maryannb
Tomohiko organized our day beautifully! The car was immaculate, the driver skilled. We thoroughly enjoyed our day!
Tripadvisor review: Aomori Full-Day…
Jun 2, 2025
413maryannb
Tomohiko organized our day beautifully! The car was immaculate, the driver skilled. We thoroughly enjoyed our day!
Tripadvisor review: Aomori Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Thank you for a great day in Aomori it was our last stop and most memorable! The Cherry
blossoms were beautiful! The Apple tarts divine.
Apr 30, 2025
Jacqueline_F
Great Guide, great tour
Viator review: Aomori Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
We experienced the wonderful sites of Aomori which…
Apr 30, 2025
Jacqueline_F
Great Guide, great tour
Viator review: Aomori Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
We experienced the wonderful sites of Aomori which was a surprise in many ways. Despite
the rainy day we were enchanted by the cherry blossoms in full bloom by the old castle.
Once area was prettier than another. The floats and their history were amazing.
Dec 30, 2024
Scenic33296385055
Warm and professional guide
Tripadvisor review: Aomori Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Mr. Kudo-san is very professional, meticulate and kind…
Dec 30, 2024
Scenic33296385055
Warm and professional guide
Tripadvisor review: Aomori Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
Mr. Kudo-san is very professional, meticulate and kind hearted guide. The whole tour I felt like I was travelling with a fried. Me made me comfortable instantly. Very knowledgeable and patient in explaining stuff to me. I am vegetarian and he made sure my needs were met. He went above and beyond. There was a record snowfall in Aomori, taxi’s and buses were busy , we walked all the way and saw everything. I would highly recommend him to anyone wanting an expert and warm guide for Aomori. I whish him all the best.
Aug 3, 2024
Monika R
Fun and informative tour – great tour guide!
Tripadvisor review: Aomori Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
We were 3…
Aug 3, 2024
Monika R
Fun and informative tour – great tour guide!
Tripadvisor review: Aomori Full-Day Private Trip with Government-Licensed Guide
We were 3 generations and all had so much fun with our tour guide Tomohiko. He was very informative and picked interesting places for us to visit including some shrines & museums. He took us to sample some of Aomori’s delicious apples and we had a wonderful lunch in a quint family restaurant. We met some lovely people. It was a fabulous experience we will not forget. Thank you!!