Hirosaki Apple Town: Harvest Experiences in Japan's Top Apple Region
Hirosaki Apple Town
Hirosaki accounts for about 30% of Japan's apple production. In autumn, orchards throughout the city offer apple picking experiences.
Experiences
- Apple Picking: Pick directly from trees at orchards SeptemberโNovember
- Apple Park: Hirosaki City Apple Park for variety tasting and learning
- Cider Factory Tours: Local cider tasting at Hirosaki Cidre Kojo Kimori
Food
- Apple Pie: About 40 shops in Hirosaki each offer their own recipe
- Fresh Apple Juice: Multi-variety freshly pressed juice
- Spring Cherry Blossoms: Apple blossoms and castle cherry trees bloom simultaneously
Getting There
- From JR Hirosaki Station to Apple Park by bus: about 20 minutes
- From Aomori Airport by car: about 45 minutes
Tips
October combines peak foliage with harvest season โ the ultimate time to visit. Photo of apple orchards with Hirosaki Castle and Mt. Iwaki is stunning.
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This article is compiled by the Tabitabi JAPAN editorial team from official and primary sources, including facility and shrine/temple websites, tourism information published by municipalities and tourism associations, and cultural-property records released by national and local governments. Prices, opening hours and event dates may change, so please also check the official information of each facility or local government before you visit.