Full-day Hirosaki Temples and Shrines Historical Tour

Hirosaki was a capital of Aomori or Tsugaru from Samurai period. In this tour you can visit several temples and shrines to feel an old history of Hirosaki. Most of those buildings were built in 17th century. Walking in the precincts must be refreshing experience for you. You can feel the past samurai period where Japanese castle Hirosaki castle was built. In addition, I can recommend you some cafe which serves apple pies to take a break. *** Additional information **** This tour is up to 3 guests, because the car I can provide is a small car. But if you are 4 guests including one or more child who is younger than 10 years old, it will be ok with four guests. Three people should be packed in the back seat. In this case please let me know. *** We can start this tour from Aomori city too. (extra 2 hours and additional fee is needed)

1. 1

   Saishoin Temple

   2 hours

   This is a Buddhist temple with beautiful five story pagoda. One of Hirosaki's popular destination. The time Includes transportation time.

2. 2

   Iwakiyama Shrine

   1.5 hours

   North guard shrine of Tsugaru clan. Shinto shrine Iwaki shrine is a popular destination for visitors of Hirosaki.

3. 3

   Zenringai

   30 min

   Zen temple street. The feudal lord of Hirosaki gathered Zen temples of his territory to make a south guard of Hirosaki castle.

4. 4

   Choshoji Temple

   2 hours

   Family shrine of Tsugaru clan. This temple was built in 17th century and also has mausoleums of some feudal loads and their wives. The time Includes transportation time.

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.